FAQs • Bellaire • CivicEngage

What is carbon monoxide? Could I have this in my house and do I need a carbon monoxide detector?: There are many things that give off carbon monoxide. They include gas appliances such as furnaces, water heaters and stoves. Fuel burning space heaters and wood burning fireplaces can give off carbon monoxide. Even warming up your car or barbecuing in your garage can fill your house with carbon monoxide. The problem is that it is an odorless, colorless gas so until you begin to see symptoms, you don know it’s there. People experiencing carbon monoxide poisoning feel like they have a flue that came on suddenly. This also affects small pets and even plants. Carbon monoxide detectors will sense excessive levels of the gas early and warn you to leave.

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2. How can I get Bellaire Fire Department at my block party?: Contact Bellaire Public Works and the information will be forwarded to Bellaire Fire Department. The Fire Department will contact you to see if you are interested.

3. Does Bellaire Fire Department still sell smoke detectors?: No, there are multiple organizations that sell detectors for the same amount or less than Bellaire Fire Department can. We will help install the detectors for Senior Citizens and provide on-site information on the proper place to install for all others.

4. Does the City Of Bellaire allow open burning?: No, city ordinance does not allow any type of open burning. Flames used to smoke or Bar-b-que are acceptable.

5. Does the Bellaire Fire Department fill swimming pools?: No, this is the responsibility of the homeowner or pool company

6. Where should a Fire Extinguisher be placed in the home?: Having a fire extinguisher in the home is a good idea, but not mandated by the Bellaire Fire Department. If you have an extinguisher, it should be placed where it is easily accessible. The kitchen and garage are good sites for an extinguisher. However, do not place an extinguisher over the stove or buried in storage in the garage, but rather hang it on the wall no less than 4 inches or greater than five feet from the ground.

7. What is carbon monoxide? Could I have this in my house and do I need a carbon monoxide detector?: There are many things that give off carbon monoxide. They include gas appliances such as furnaces, water heaters and stoves. Fuel burning space heaters and wood burning fireplaces can give off carbon monoxide. Even warming up your car or barbecuing in your garage can fill your house with carbon monoxide. The problem is that it is an odorless, colorless gas so until you begin to see symptoms, you don know it’s there. People experiencing carbon monoxide poisoning feel like they have a flue that came on suddenly. This also affects small pets and even plants. Carbon monoxide detectors will sense excessive levels of the gas early and warn you to leave.

8. What can I do about my child who is setting fires?: For more information contact Fire Prevention at 713-662-8203.

9. Are Fireworks legal to discharge in the City of Bellaire?: No, this is a violation of City Ordinance.

10. Is there away to make Fire Department access into my home possible in case I can’t come to the door?: Yes, Bellaire Fire Department utilizes a rapid entry system called the Knox Box. This can be installed on your home and allows the fire department to enter without damage. More...

11. My home has a sprinkler system. Are there things I should do to maintain the system?: Yes, please contact your sprinkler installer. An annual test of the back flow device will ensure your system is working properly.

12. Does the Bellaire Fire Department fill fire extinguishers?: No, this must be done by a certified fire extinguisher company which can be found in the phone book.