Stay Warm and Safe This Winter
With the winter season we all tend to spend most of our time in our homes trying to stay warm. While sometimes hiding under the covers and drinking hot cocoa will do the trick, Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing is here with a few tips on how to stay warm (and safe!) during the cold.
Install Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Confirm you have carbon monoxide (CO) detectors installed on every floor of your home, especially near bedrooms, and test them to confirm they are operating. Since CO is an odorless gas and cannot be detected, it’s vital that you have operating CO detectors to make sure your family is safe.
Get Your Chimney Inspection
This is the perfect time of year to get the fireplace roaring, but before you do, make sure you have your chimney cleaned and inspected by a specialist. The fireplace may be a source of CO if you don’t keep it properly cleaned and maintained.
Be Careful with Space Heaters
Space heaters are generally safe, energy efficient, and a successful way to heat small regions of your home, but make sure it has been approved by a recognized testing laboratory and comes with an automatic shut-off feature. Obey all manufacturer’s instructions and be sure it is placed on a hard, level surface at least 36 inches away from any flammable items.
Furnace Tune-Up
With a furnace tune-up from Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing in the U.S., we will perform a safety check of your furnace to ensure there are no leaks or CO issues. Along with a furnace tune-up, verify your heating vents are free from obstruction and that you’re changing your air filter every month. This will keep the air flow unrestricted and help stop allergens from irritating respiratory issues.
If You Need Help Staying Warm, Ask
There are correct ways and wrong ways to make sure your home is heated – using the oven, a grill, or a camp stove are all wrong ways. Using these appliances to heat your home could create a fire or a dangerous accumulation of carbon monoxide. If you need support paying your utility bills, visit NeedHelpPayingBills.com to find a service in the U.S..
To be sure your home is ready to keep you safe and warm all season long, call Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing at 866-397-3787 today, or schedule service online.