Stay Warm and Safe This Winter
With the winter weather we all tend to spend the majority of our time inside trying to stay warm. While sometimes snuggling in bed and drinking hot tea will do the trick, Stevenson Service Experts is here with a few tips on how to stay warm (and safe!) this season.
Install Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Make sure you have carbon monoxide (CO) detectors installed on all floors of your home, particularly near bedrooms, and test them to make sure they are working. Since CO cannot be detected because it is odorless and invisible, it’s crucial that you have working CO detectors to make sure you are safe.
Get Your Chimney Inspection
This is the right time of year to get the fireplace going, but before you do, make sure you have your chimney cleaned and examined by a professional. The fireplace could be a source of CO if you don’t keep it regularly cleaned and maintained.
Be Careful with Space Heaters
Space heaters are typically safe, energy efficient, and a successful way to heat small sections of your home, but make sure it has been sanctioned by a recognized testing laboratory and has an automatic shut-off feature. Obey all manufacturer’s instructions and make sure it is placed on a hard, level surface at least 3 feet away from any flammable products.
Furnace Tune-Up
With a Precision tune-up from Stevenson Service Experts in Columbus, we will perform a safety check of your heating system to ensure there are no leaks or carbon monoxide issues. Along with a Precision tune-up, confirm your heating vents are not obstructed and that you’re swapping out your air filter every 30 days. This will prevent the air flow from becoming restricted and help avoid allergens from irritating respiratory issues.
If You Need Help Staying Warm, Ask
There are proper ways and wrong ways to heat your home – using the oven, a grill, or a camp stove are all wrong ways. Using these devices to heat your home could cause a fire or a dangerous accumulation of carbon monoxide. If you need support paying your utility bills, visit NeedHelpPayingBills.com to find a service near you.
To ensure your home is ready to keep you safe and warm all winter long, call Stevenson Service Experts at 614-334-3192 today, or schedule service online.