Sometimes called the “silent killer,” carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless poisonous gas that can be lethal when inhaled.
When the gas is inhaled, carbon monoxide inhibits the blood’s capacity to carry oxygen. This dangerous gas can be emitted from burning fuels such as propane, natural gas, oil, wood, or gasoline. These gasses can be released from normal household items such as your furnace, dryer, water heater, chimney, or even portable fuel-burning space heaters.
Because of the dangerous nature of carbon monoxide, it’s important to have at least one properly functioning carbon monoxide detector installed in your home. The air quality control experts at Beat The Heat HVAC are here to help you protect your family and yourself from dangerous carbon monoxide poisoning.