Carbon Monoxide Testing

Carbon Monoxide Testing Carbon Monoxide (CO) is the #1 cause of poisonings in the United States, yet less than 5% of all CO poisonings are reported. The safe and efficient operation of your heating equipment and other combustion appliances cannot be determined without proper carbon monoxide testing using a calibrated combustion analyzer. Because the technology, instruments and training to do this testing correctly have only been available for a few years, odds are it's never been done at your home. Your service technician should be certified to properly test and diagnose potential CO exposure. Carbon monoxide, even in small quantities, can cause serious health problems, particularly in children and the elderly. Millions of unsuspecting homeowners are exposed to low levels of CO and don't even know it. Unfortunately U.L. Listed CO alarms don't go off until your family has been exposed to 70 ppm (parts per million) for over 3-1/2 hours! 15 - 35 Most international limits for unsafe levels, including OSHA and the World Health Organization's guidelines are between at 15-35 PPM ppm. Carbon monoxide can come from additional sources in your home besides your heating equipment, and they should be checked regularly. These sources include your gas-fired water heater, gas range, gas logs, space heaters, gas-fired boilers – even an attached garage. ELITE If you are interested in Carbon Monoxide testing contact us today! www.EliteComfortSystems.com Comfort Systems (925) 580-8875