Carbon Monoxide

Millions of homeowners are exposed to Carbon Monoxide and do not know it until the family is exposed to a harmful amount at or about 70 ppm (parts per million) for over 3.5 hours. International limits for unsafe levels are between 15 and 35 ppm.

Carbon Monoxide can come from additional sources in your home besides your heating equipment. These sources include: Hot Water Heater, Gas Range Stove, Gas Logs, Space Heaters, Boilers, and even attached garages. B&E Air Conditioning & Heating can test CO levels in any building, identify the source, and correct the problem.

The following are steps to take to reduce Carbon Monoxide exposure at home

• Carbon Monoxide by vehicle is deadly. Move it outside and out of the garage to warm up
• Do not use a gas oven to heat your home. It can produce high CO levels when doors are open
• Double check gas furnace and water heater for damaged or disconnected flue pipe
• Double check that the fire place flue is open when in use
• Keep combustion appliances clear to allow combustion air from entering the room
• Do not burn charcoal or gas BBQs in a garage or enclosed area
• Do not use unvented kerosene or gas space heaters indoors for long periods of time
• Do not start a lawn mower or other gas powered appliances in the garage or shed
• Be aware of CO poison and act immediately if symptoms are realized
• Have a low level CO monitor in your home