The ratio of number of residents in Gainesville to the number of sex offenders is 765 to 1. The number of registered sex offenders compared to the number of residents in this city is smaller than the state average. Nearest city with pop. 50,000+: Dale City, VA (18.1 miles , pop. 55,971).
Carbon monoxide alarms have a limited life, typically 5 to 7 years (some even less). Most people donât realize they need to replace a $25 - $75 item after several years.
As it turns out, our detector malfunctioned, but was essentially at the end of it's life anyway. Most Carbon Monoxide detectors are good for 5-7 years and should be replaced after that time frame. Typically, the units have a tag or date stamp on the back to indicate it's age or expiration date. Expired smoke and CO detectors should be recycled, as some contain radioactive material, and all have electronic circuits.