Keeping safe from carbon monoxide

It’s odorless, colorless and deadly.

And it could be building up in your home right now.

But there are ways to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.

In this cold weather, be sure your outside vent pipes for appliances are not blocked.

If the output valves are blocked by something like snow, they shut themselves down to prevent carbon monoxide buildup.

And older appliances like furnaces are especially vulnerable.

Danny Rial of Rial Heating and Air Conditioning said, “if there’s a failure (in your older furnace), you could be letting carbon monoxide in your home. That’s why you should check your furnace at least once a year with a qualified contractor.”

The best way to detect carbon monoxide is by installing a detector.

They usually cost less than $50.

City and county ordinances actually require them in every home.