There was recently a carbon monoxide poisoning reported in the Greater Milwaukee area. Every year, thousands get dangerously ill, and hundreds die, because of what’s known as the “Silent Killer.” It’s carbon monoxide and the reason it’s called the Silent Killer is because you can’t see it, taste it, or smell it. Carbon monoxide is created in almost every gas and oil furnace in North America. . . .including yours! That is why you have a flue connected to your furnace. It carries the gas outside where it turns into harmless carbon dioxide. A recently reported case of carbon monoxide poisoning in Mequon hits close to home and is a good reminder to have your furnace and carbon monoxide detector checked.
Over the years the inside of your furnace expands and contracts every time it goes on and off. This causes “Micro-cracks” to develop, and lets carbon monoxide (the deadly gas) seep into your house before it gets to the flue. As it builds up inside your home it’s like closing the garage door with your car engine running. The end results are potentially deadly.
If you have any concerns about your furnace, carbon monoxide detector and air quality in your home give us a call at 414-847-1555 or visit us at www.hollandhomeservices.com to schedule an appointment with us today. Holland Home Services / Holland’s One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning wants to make sure all homeowners in the Milwaukee, Ozaukee County, Washington County and Waukesha County are safe from Carbon Monoxide levels.
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