Carbon Monoxide (CO) is called a silent, deadly killer because the gas odorless, colorless and tasteless, yet is highly toxic.  Hundreds of people die from CO poisoning and thousands of others require medical treatment.

What are the Symptoms of CO Poisoning?

1. Headache, nausea, shortness of breath, dizziness and fatigue.   Since the symptoms are fairly commonplace, people are often misdiagnosed with the flu or a “bug”.  Unfortunately, they unknowingly return back home, further exposed to the deadly gas.

What are the Sources of CO in a Home?

1. The killer often resides in a faulty fuel burning appliance or fixture, such as a furnace, fireplace, oven, range, hot water heater or space heater.  Other sources are garaged, idling cars, or charcoal burned indoors or inside a tent or camper.  

What can a Homeowner do to Carbon Monoxide Proof Their Home??

1. Install Carbon Monoxide Detectors Today!   A variety of models are available at most hardware stores and cost no more than smoke detectors.  2 major manufacturers make multi-tasking products that detect both smoke and carbon monoxide.

Conclusion:  The price of carbon monoxide poisoning is extremely high, but the cost to prevent it is very low.   Install a CO detector in your home this weekend to protect your family from this invisible killer.

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