Stay Warm and Safe This Winter
With the winter season we all tend to spend most of our time inside trying to stay warm. While sometimes snuggling in bed and drinking coffee will do the trick, Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning is here with some tips on how to stay warm (and safe!) this winter.
Install Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Verify you have carbon monoxide (CO) detectors installed on every floor of your home, specifically near bedrooms, and test them to verify they are working. Since CO cannot be detected because it is odorless and invisible, it’s crucial that you have operating CO detectors to make sure your home is safe.
Get Your Chimney Inspection
This is the right time of year to get the fireplace up and running, but before you do, ensure you have your chimney cleaned and checked by a professional. The fireplace may be a source of CO if you don’t keep it regularly cleaned and maintained.
Be Careful with Space Heaters
Space heaters are normally safe, energy efficient, and an effective way to heat small rooms of your home, but confirm it has been sanctioned by a recognized testing labouratory and contains an automatic shut-off feature. Obey all manufacturer’s instructions and make sure it is placed on a hard, level surface at least three feet away from any flammable products.
Furnace Tune-Up
With a furnace tune-up from Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning in Edmonton, we will perform a safety check of your furnace to be sure there are no leaks or carbon monoxide issues. Along with a heating tune-up, make sure your heating vents are not blocked and that you’re replacing your air filter each month. This will keep the air flow unrestricted and help prevent allergens from irritating respiratory issues.
If You Need Help Staying Warm, Ask
There are appropriate ways and wrong ways to heat your home – using the oven, a grill, or a camp stove are all wrong ways. Using these appliances to heat your home could result in a fire or a dangerous buildup of carbon monoxide. If you need help paying your energy bills, visit NeedHelpPayingBills.com to find a service in Edmonton.
To ensure your home is ready to keep you safe and warm through the winter, call Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning at 587-404-0790 today, or schedule service online.