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Possible Sources of Carbon Monoxide in Homes

Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a colorless and odorless gas which escapes whenever carbon-based fuel is burned. CO is as deadly as it is stealthy. According to figures released by the Center for Disease Control, there are 15,000 people treated for CO poisoning each year. Deaths resulting from unintentional and actual CO exposures annually are estimated to be at 500 and 2000 respectively.

Homeowners should increase their awareness of carbon monoxide by understanding what places or items in the home produce this gas:

  • Charcoal Grills – Burning charcoal releases CO. This is why grilling is done outside in order to let the gas escape into the atmosphere.
  • Fireplaces and Furnaces – Fireplaces and furnaces require chimneys and flues in order to let the deadly gas to vent upwards.
  • Lawn Mowers – Lawnmowers are strictly for outdoor uses only.
  • Generators – Generators must be set up outside the home in order to avoid the accumulation of CO indoors.
  • Motor Vehicles – Garage doors must be kept open while the car’s engine is still on. Never idle a vehicle inside a garage.
  • Power Tools – Always use power tools with internal combustion engines near windows or areas where CO can be vented out.
  • Stoves – Maintain the flue of your stoves and clean it every so often to avoid the build of carbon which can potentially release more CO in the home.
  • Space Heaters – Buy vented space heaters instead of unvented ones. Use proper fuel specific to your heater.
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Possible Sources of Carbon Monoxide in Homes

The best solution to avoid a dangerous situation involving carbon monoxide is to install detection systems, specifically a carbon monoxide detector. Carbon monoxide detectors need to be installed at every level of your house in order to tighten your security against the gas.

In case you need advice regarding detection systems in the Houston area and the Fort Bend and Harris Counties, you can count on Fire Alarm Houston’s expertise on all things fire-related. Fire Alarm Houston, a Alif Security company, has been operating in Texas since 2000. Our company is a tried and tested partner of schools, property owners, commercial establishments, and property owners in Texas. We also offer the following services:

For more information, you can in touch with us at our 832-626-7837 number. You can also correspond with us using the box that says “Free Estimates.” Fire Alarm Houston will help guard you and your family against carbon monoxide. Get in touch with us today!

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