How does one know if there is a high level of carbon monoxide in the home or garage?

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RideArabia

Intermittently, there is an odd odour and someone suggested it may be carbon monoxide. I have 2 cars, one of which is quite old and has no catalytic converter.

Answer
You plug in a carbon monoxide detector

Is there a way to detect carbon monoxide without a detector?

Astronaut

My mother thinks Im crazy and wont plug ours in and even the pets are acting strange. Is there another way? I have no money to spare. Is there a simple way to tell?

Answer
yes, your skin turns bright red and you die.

There are probably city or county public service groups you can contact, tell them you suspect carbon monoxide poisoning. But you should work it out with your mother first. Is there any other relative you can talk to?

edit: what happens if you turn on the detector when your mother is not home? Does it go off? If it does, and your mother insists on ignoring it, contact the police immediately. Getting her angry is minor compared to dying.

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