Starting July 1st, 2011, A new California state law, SB 183, will require most single family homes to have a carbon monoxide (CO) detector installed. While enforcement will be mainly focused on education and awareness, the law does allow for fines of up to $200 per offence. In addition, before a home can be sold, a carbon monoxide detector must be present. Every year, there are 30-40 deaths from carbon monoxide poisoning in California. Most CO detectors can be purchased for $50 or less at your local hardware store.
For more information, click on the following links:
Sign On San Diego
The S.D. Real Estate Inspection Company
