How to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Leaks in Your Furnace

Carbon monoxide leaks are a major danger stemming from a furnace unit. One of the worst things about it is that it is a silent threat. It can even result in deadly consequences if ignored for a long time. Carbon monoxide is an odorless and colorless gas. It is a byproduct of incomplete combustion within fuel-burning appliances like a furnace unit. It can make you and your loved ones seriously ill or cause death if you are exposed to it … Continue reading How to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Leaks in Your Furnace

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Avoid Carbon Monoxide Leaks with Furnace Maintenance

Winter is here, and with it comes the need to use your furnace to keep your home warm and cozy. However, before you crank up the heat, it is important to know some facts about carbon monoxide leaks and learn the ways to prevent them. Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless gas that can be fatal if inhaled in large amounts. It is produced by burning fuel, such as natural gas or propane, and is commonly found as a … Continue reading Avoid Carbon Monoxide Leaks with Furnace Maintenance

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3 Common Indoor Air Pollutants that are Easy to Avoid

Many Americans spend most of their time indoors- in the office or at home. According to the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), the concentration of indoor air pollutants is 2 to 5 times more than outdoor concentrations. As such, indoor air pollutants cam be more dangerous than outdoor ones. While indoor air pollutants can cause a range of serious health problems, the good news is that you can easily avoid them by following a few simple steps. 3 Key Indoor Air … Continue reading 3 Common Indoor Air Pollutants that are Easy to Avoid

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HVAC Safety Tips: Protecting Your Business from Carbon Monoxide Leaks

Carbon monoxide leaks are well known to be a deadly occurrence that can silently infiltrate a space. Most folks are aware of the life-threatening outcomes that are associated with carbon monoxide leaks. Business owners are responsible for the safety of their employees and their customers and should take all the necessary steps to prevent carbon monoxide leaks. Installing a carbon monoxide detector is a great, and necessary, first step towards protecting people and your business, but there are other measures … Continue reading HVAC Safety Tips: Protecting Your Business from Carbon Monoxide Leaks

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Tips for Clean, Healthy Air at Home This Spring

In the springtime, when everything is starting to bloom, allergens from pollen and other outdoor sources are just worries for when we are outside, right? If only. Unfortunately, air quality is a concern regardless of whether you are inside or out. While there is not a lot we can do about outdoor air quality in St. Louis, there are quite a few things we can do to ensure healthy air at your home, making sure you and your loved ones … Continue reading Tips for Clean, Healthy Air at Home This Spring

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Common Causes of Carbon Monoxide Leaks from Your Furnace

If you have a furnace in your home, then you know that while providing comfort and warmth, it can also be a safety hazard. As a homeowner, you should be aware of anything that threatens safety in your home. As such, it helps to know the common causes of carbon monoxide leaks from a furnace. Given that the heating season is approaching, you want to ensure that your family and home are safe. Keep reading to find out more about … Continue reading Common Causes of Carbon Monoxide Leaks from Your Furnace

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Choosing the Best Carbon Monoxide Detector

Carbon monoxide leaks can be deadly. In fact, carbon monoxide poisoning is one of the leading causes of accidental poisoning in the United States, with as many as 400 CO deaths reported each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control. This silent, odorless, and colorless gas sends more than 20,000 people to the emergency room each year, but thankfully, it can be monitored easily and effectively with a good carbon monoxide detector. The best carbon monoxide detector will give … Continue reading Choosing the Best Carbon Monoxide Detector

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How a Wood Burning Fireplace Affects Indoor Air Quality

Wood burning fireplaces are a common feature in most homes, and with great reason as well. They are a good source of warmth and comfort, especially during the winter. However, most homeowners do not realize what impact wood burning fireplaces have on indoor air quality. If not careful, wood burning fireplaces can be a cause of poor health to the occupants of the house. How do wood burning fireplaces affect indoor air quality? Read on to find out. To learn … Continue reading How a Wood Burning Fireplace Affects Indoor Air Quality

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Protect Your Family from Carbon Monoxide Leaks

With the winter season at its peak, most families will spend the time indoors trying to keep warm. With this added time indoors, it is as important now as ever to make sure you have taken all precautions to protect your family from the danger of being exposed to carbon monoxide leaks. Because carbon monoxide is colorless and odorless, it is very easy for a leak to go unnoticed. Fortunately, there are a couple of things that you can do … Continue reading Protect Your Family from Carbon Monoxide Leaks

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Improving Indoor Air Quality in Schools

Indoor Air Quality in Schools | St. Louis HVAC Tips

A resting adult takes somewhere between 12 and 20 breaths per minute. Pre-school and school age children take many more breaths, while infants have been shown to take nearly twice as many breaths as an adult. These kinds of figures make the indoor air quality in schools significantly more important to consider. In fact, the Environmental Protection Agency estimates that almost 75 million Americans live, work, or go to school in an environment where the air is unhealthy. The EPA … Continue reading Improving Indoor Air Quality in Schools

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