Carbon monoxide gas has been called a silent killer of sorts. It is colorless, odorless and virtually undetectable to the naked eye and nose.

This can play a huge role with an older furnace in your home. If there are minimal concerns with carbon monoxide leakage in a home, it’s best to invest in a carbon monoxide detector, also known as a CO detector. These devices are designed to discern the gas in an effort to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.

CO detectors are made to measure levels of carbon monoxide gas over a period of time. If the CO levels become dangerous in a specific environment, an alarm will go off, giving all in your home ample time to either evacuate the building or ventilate the area. In a sentence, CO detectors save lives.

CO detectors have similar objectives to smoke detectors, and they also run about the same when it comes to pricing. It is suggested by experts that a CO detector should be plugged into one electrical outlet on each level of your home.

Before purchasing a CO detector, it is wise to have your furnace inspected. Our well-trained Lewisville HVAC experts can give a full inspection of your furnace and make sure leaking does not exist in your home. Give our Lewisville TX heating company a call today for more information on CO detectors, or feel free to visit us online.