You can’t see it, you can’t smell it, but it’s dangerous, sometimes even lethal. It’s carbon monoxide, and most people feel it is a larger threat when the fire is roaring or the furnace is crank up to high. But we’re going to show you ways to keep your home safe from carbon monoxide year round.
Once a year during the colder month, it’s important that you have any fuel burning appliances, like fireplaces and ovens inspected by a professional for leaks and blockages. If it is time to buy a new gas appliance, try to get one with a venting system that directs the fumes outside. During summer cookouts, make sure your gas grill is positioned away from any windows and out in the open air.
An attach garage is considered a bonus in a home but it also to be taken seriously. Car exhaust emits high level of carbon monoxide. So never leave your car running in the garage, not even when the door open. It only takes a few minutes for the fume to move from the garage into the house. Back inside the home, it is probably a good idea to have a few carbon monoxide detectors installed at different locations. They should never be in any way use as a replacement for other preventive measures. Once installed, test yours frequently. And again, remember, they are simply a back up. The last line of defense is actually being able to recognize the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning. They are very similar to what you might expect with flu, or food poisoning, headaches, nausea, dizziness, if you start to experience this, turn off all your appliances and get outside for some fresh air. If the symptoms continue, get yourself in the emergency room. With tips for a healthier home, I’m Jay Baker.
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