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 curling up with a blanket and drinking coffee will do the trick, Stevenson Service Experts is here with some tips on how to stay warm (and safe!) this winter. 

Install Carbon Monoxide Detectors 

Make sure you have carbon monoxide (CO) detectors installed on every floor of your home, specifically near bedrooms, and test them to make sure they are working. Since CO cannot be detected because it is odorless and invisible, it’s important that you have operating CO detectors to make sure your family is safe. 

Get Your Chimney Inspection 

This is the perfect time of year to get the fireplace up and running, but before you do, ensure you have your chimney cleaned and inspected by an expert. The fireplace could be a source of CO if you don’t have it regularly cleaned and maintained. 

Be Careful with Space Heaters 
 
Space heaters are normally safe, energy efficient, and an effective way to heat small areas of your home, but verify it has been authorized by a recognized testing laboratory and contains an automatic shut-off feature. Follow all manufacturer’s instructions and ensure it is placed on a hard, level surface at least 3 feet away from any flammable products. 

Furnace Tune-Up 

With a furnace 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 CO issues. Along with a Precision tune-up, confirm your heating vents are not blocked and that you’re replacing your air filter every month. This will avoid the air flow from becoming restricted and help avoid allergens from aggravating respiratory issues. 

 
If You Need Help Staying Warm, Ask 

There are correct ways and wrong ways to keep your home warm – 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 assistance paying your heating bills, visit NeedHelpPayingBills.com to find a service near you. 

To make sure your home is ready to keep you safe and warm through the winter, call Stevenson Service Experts at 614-334-3192 today, or schedule service online