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Carbon Monoxide Risks
Carbon Monoxide Risks
To reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, have your heating equipment "tuned up" each year, preferably before the ...
Carbon Monoxide Symptoms
Carbon Monoxide Symptoms
The symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are often confused with those of influenza, and the highest incidence of poisoning ...
Duct Leaks
Duct Leaks
Check your ducts for air leaks. First look for sections that should be joined but have separated and then look for obvious ...
Forced Air Insulation
Forced Air Insulation
In homes with forced air heat there may be large cracks or gaps where the ducts pass through the ceilings, floors and walls. ...
Heat Clearance
Heat Clearance
Keep warm-air registers, baseboard heaters and radiators clean and clear of furniture and drapery for maximum efficiency.
Heat Zones
Heat Zones
If you’re not using a room, don’t heat it. Close off vents to rooms that are infrequently used, and shut the door. When ...
Heating Your House
Heating Your House
It is as important to understand the space you're heating as it is to know the unit you are heating with. Examine your home ...
HVAC Tune-up
HVAC Tune-up
Have your heating system cleaned and tuned by a qualified contractor. A pre-season tune-up and filter change is a good ...
Replacing HVAC Systems
Replacing HVAC Systems
If your home heating and cooling system is more than 10 years old, consider replacing it. Energy Star labeled central HVAC ...
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