Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible threat that can be deadly if left undetected. It’s a colorless, odorless gas that results from the incomplete combustion of fuels like gas, oil, wood, and charcoal. Whether you use a fireplace, gas furnace, or other fuel-burning appliance for heating in Colorado Springs, it’s critical to understand the risks and take proactive steps to keep your household safe.
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Protect Your Family From Carbon Monoxide Dangers
Monday, August 4th, 2025Important Tips for Carbon Monoxide Safety
Monday, November 14th, 2016Carbon monoxide safety is extremely important for your family. Carbon monoxide (CO) is a deadly gas that doesn’t give off a smell. You may never know that there is a carbon monoxide leak, and can quickly poison and kill the people in your home.
We want to make sure that everyone is safe this year. Double- and triple-check that you have carbon monoxide detectors around the home that are working properly. Here’s our advice for homeowners everywhere.
Carbon Monoxide and Heating: Take Preventive Measures
Monday, March 14th, 2016Carbon monoxide is an extremely dangerous substance that you want to keep out of your home at all costs. And while it is produced by your heating system, there are measures in place to keep it away from your living space. Unfortunately, carbon monoxide leaks do happen, but there are simple steps you can take to protect your family.
Heating Season Checklist: Install Carbon Monoxide Detectors Today!
Monday, November 9th, 2015Today’s heating systems are safer than they’ve ever been before, but there is still some amount of risk involved with operating a whole-home gas heating unit. These systems use combustion to heat up the air, which creates several byproducts, including carbon monoxide. While the byproducts should exhaust away from your living space, there is a chance that carbon monoxide could fill your home. Install carbon monoxide detectors on each floor of the house in order to prevent illness or even accidental death that could result from its presence.