Obviously, your heating system is going to have to do some heavy lifting this coming winter season if you and your family are going to remain warm and toasty. Still, even if it does the job, a poorly functioning heating system poses a threat, not only to the house itself, but also to your family. Here are just two things to watch for:
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Radon Build-Up
Owners go to a lot of trouble to properly insulate their homes and keep cold drafts at a minimum. Still, this barrier to the external cold also keeps in potentially deadly radon gas. Ensure that your radon detectors are fully functioning and have a new battery at the beginning of the season.
Unvented Exhaust Gases
In a similar vein, carbon monoxide – given off by the the heating unit itself – can infiltrate the living space if not properly vented. This gas is deadly. It is essential that you have your HVAC system including the ducts inspected at the beginning of every heating season.
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