Apartment Carbon Monoxide Leak Early Detection

Cost Savings

Checklist Tasks

• Test all carbon monoxide detectors to confirm alarms and battery function.
• Check expiration dates on all detectors and replace expired units immediately.
• Ensure detectors are within 10 feet of bedrooms and on each floor of the apartment.
• Verify detectors are not obstructed by furniture or vents for accurate sensing.
• Document make, model, and installation date for each detector for maintenance.
• Review lease and local codes to clarify detector maintenance responsibilities.
• Check for drafts near gas appliances to prevent backdrafting and CO accumulation.
• Inspect all appliance vents and flues for blockages or corrosion.
• Confirm gas appliances have up-to-date inspection tags from certified technicians.
• Develop an emergency plan with evacuation routes and a meeting point.
• Store emergency and maintenance contacts in your phone for quick reporting.
• Request written proof from landlord after detector or appliance repairs.