Fire Department Warns of Carbon Monoxide Detector Scam

The County of Los Angeles Fire Department advises citizens of a possible scam involving carbon monoxide detectors.

A private company has been soliciting residents via mail to purchase a $126 carbon monoxide detector from them or face fines and/or penalties per Senate Bill 183 (SB 183).

While SB 183 does mandate the installation of carbon monoxide detectors in all single family residences, no federal, state, or local government agency (including fire, law enforcement, or health) are soliciting the purchase of carbon monoxide detectors.

Consumers are advised to carefully investigate all mail solicitations and respond cautiously. The County of Los Angeles Fire Department fully supports SB 183, and recommends that all residen ts install carbon monoxide detectors as required by law.

Carbon monoxide detectors are readily available at most home improvement stores or larger retail outlets for approximately $20.

Hundreds of people die accidentally every year from carbon monoxide poisoning. A carbon monoxide detector will significantly reduce your family’s risk of accidental death from carbon monoxide poisoning.

For more information on carbon monoxide detectors and the requirements of SB183, visit our official website.