What it is: Smoke or carbon monoxide alarms are missing, expired, or absent from required locations.
Why it matters
Missing alarms remove the primary early warning for fire and carbon monoxide poisoning.
Why it's common in Bloomington
Minnesota requires CO alarms near sleeping areas, a frequent gap in older Bloomington homes with gas appliances.
Signs to watch for
- no alarms in bedrooms or hallways
- alarms past their replacement date
- no CO alarm near furnace or bedrooms
What we check during the inspection
The inspector notes alarm presence, locations, and visible age or expiration markings.
How it's typically corrected
A homeowner installs current smoke and CO alarms in all required locations.
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