Have you scheduled routine maintenance for your HVAC system this year? If not, it’s imperative that you do, even if you’ve recently upgraded or replace your system. As the weather turns cold, we’re spending more time inside and relying more on our furnaces to keep us warm. If it’s been a while since your furnace has had a routine inspection, you could be in danger, as carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is a potential risk that comes with a faulty furnace. It is particularly dangerous because as an odorless, colorless gas, carbon monoxide is difficult to detect before it’s too late. Just last month, Adams County Fire Rescue responded to a call to find two people unconscious in their home due to near-lethal levels of carbon monoxide. So, while routine HVAC maintenance may seem trivial, the reality is that a simple system check could mean the difference between life or death.
Here are a few warning signs of possible carbon monoxide poisoning to look out for:
- Headaches and/or dizziness
- Nausea and other flu-like symptoms
- Shortness of breath
- Confusion & memory problems
However, the best approach is to take the necessary precautions to prevent your home from ever reaching unhealthy CO levels including:
- Having all CO-emitting appliances and heating systems inspected by a professional each winter season.
- Purchasing CO detectors for your home. There are several types – contact Sensible Heating for details on which ones are the most effective.
- Having all CO-emitting appliances installed by a professional to make sure they are properly vented to the outside.
If you have any questions or concerns about CO poisoning, immediately call Xcel Energy, or the fire department. They will help you determine the safety of your home, and they will also point you toward the correct professional to help you.
Sensible is available if you have any questions, and we can schedule a home heating system checkout. Contact Sensible Heating & Cooling today at 720.876.7166 or email [email protected].
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