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04
Jun

A TikTok-famous home inspector says a low-level carbon monoxide detector is a must-buy if you want to keep your space safe

Often called the "silent killer," carbon monoxide can be lethal in high doses and cause health issues at low concentrations. In a recent article published on Insider.com , Bryan Standley, a Tik Tok sensation who runs a home inspection business in Kansas City, believes every homeowner should purchase a low-level carbon monoxide detector. Here’s Bryan’s three reasons: 1.       Standard carbon monoxide detectors don't alert homebuyers to all levels of carbon monoxide What most…

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03
Dec

Is Your Home Carbon Monoxide Safe?

Carbon monoxide (CO) exposure is a deadly but common hazard in your home that can happen any time of year – especially when the cold, winter weather settles in, and we depend on things like our furnace or gas fireplace to heat up our homes. Statistics show that most households have, on average, between 4 - 6 fuel-burning appliances that produce Carbon Monoxide. Common sources of CO in your home:…

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13
Dec

Medical Xpress: Risk for carbon monoxide poisoning increases in winter

Each year, carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is responsible for more than 50,000 emergency department visits, resulting in more than 400 deaths according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Americans ages 65 and older are among the highest fatalities. In Utah, there were 176 emergency department visits and four deaths reported in 2018 for CO poisoning.  As winter approaches, the risk for CO poisoning increases. The agencies noted in this…

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29
Nov

Heating Season Safety Tip:

Cold, flu or Carbon Monoxide? Did you know: Carbon Monoxide (CO) poisoning is the leading cause of accidental poisoning deaths in North America? CO is called the “silent killer” because you can’t see, smell or taste it. Each year it proves fatal for dozens of North Americans, and makes many more thousands sick with what they think is the flu.  Most CO poisonings occur during heating season which coincides with…

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26
Nov

This Christmas – Give the Gift That Can Save a Life

  Each winter, national heath agencies issue warnings to remind people of the dangers of Carbon Monoxide and how to prevent Carbon Monoxide poisoning. Buying a friend or relative a Carbon Monoxide (CO) detector for Christmas may not have occurred to you.  But did you know that the standard (Retail brand) CO alarms are designed to protect healthy adults from high levels of carbon monoxide? The standard doesn’t require an…

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25
Feb

“Quick Facts” – UL Listed CO Monitors … Are you really protected?

It’s confusing trying to understand the differences and effectiveness of Carbon Monoxide (CO) alarms readily available in the retail market, all bearing a “standards” listing symbol meant to impress you that what you’re buying will keep your family safe and healthy. But to the consumer who educates themselves as to what these standards imposed by the manufacturing industry really mean, it becomes clear that the limitations are not strictly arrived…

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11
Feb

Best Placement for CO Detectors

Did you know that each fuel-burning appliance in our homes (including gas furnaces) produces some levels of carbon monoxide? Normally these gasses are carried out of our homes, but if something goes wrong a CO leak can be life-threatening. That's why it's so important to have carbon monoxide detectors to help warn you of excess CO in your air. With the cold winter months upon us and homes shut up tightly and furnaces on…

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22
Dec

5 Common Tips to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in the Cold winter months:

Have all heating equipment installed properly, and have your home's heating system inspected by a professional prior to turning the heat on when cold weather season begins. Low level carbon monoxide monitors should be installed in all homes and in apartments. When a CO detector goes off, assume that a real CO danger is present and get all persons and pets out of the structure immediately. Always follow the manufacturer’s…

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22
Dec

The Winter Hazards of Carbon Monoxide

The cold Winter weather often keeps us indoors, and confined spaces, poor venting or limited air-flow can contribute to an increased risk of CO poisoning. 5 SOURCES OF CARBON MONOXIDE TO WATCH IN THE WINTER MONTHS: Furnace Fuel-burning space heaters Gas water heater Gas fireplace Portable generators Take the right steps to protect you and your loved ones Get an annual inspection for all fuel-fired appliances in your home Install…

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