We’d like to share with you some information on reducing exposure to carbon monoxide. It includes some preventative maintenance tips that will help you avoid problems before they happen.
Reducing Exposure to Carbon Monoxide
• Keep gas appliances properly adjusted.
• Purchase a vented space heater when replacing an unvented one.
• Use proper fuel in kerosene space heaters.
• Install and use an exhaust fan vented to outdoors over gas stoves.
• Open flues when fireplaces are in use.
• Choose wood stoves that are certified to meet EPA emission standards.
• Make certain that doors on all wood stoves fit tightly.
• Have a professional inspect, clean and tune-up central heating system annually.
• Repair leaks promptly.
• Do not idle the car inside garage.
If you have any questions about how to reduce exposure to carbon monoxide, or if you have any other questions, please call or email us.