Carbon Monoxide & Boiler Safety
Protect your home and family with knowledge about boiler-related safety hazards
What is Carbon Monoxide?
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colourless, odourless, and tasteless gas produced by incomplete combustion of fuels like natural gas, propane, oil, and wood. Boilers, water heaters, furnaces, and fireplaces can all produce CO if not properly maintained or vented.
Because CO is impossible to detect without a proper alarm, it is often called the “silent killer.” Exposure to high levels can cause serious illness or death within minutes.
Critical Stats
- Over 200 Canadians die from CO poisoning each year
- CO is the #1 cause of poisoning deaths in North America
- Most incidents are preventable with proper maintenance
Signs of CO Exposure
Mild Exposure
Headache, fatigue, nausea, dizziness, shortness of breath
Moderate Exposure
Severe headache, confusion, blurred vision, vomiting, loss of coordination
Severe Exposure
Unconsciousness, irregular heartbeat, brain damage, death
Warning Signs at Home
CO alarm triggering, yellow/orange flame, soot around boiler, stuffy/stale air
Prevention Through Regular Inspections
Annual Inspections
Schedule yearly boiler inspections to ensure safe operation and proper ventilation.
Install CO Alarms
Place CO alarms on every level of your home and near sleeping areas. Test monthly.
Know the Signs
Familiarize yourself and your family with the symptoms of CO exposure.
Schedule a Safety Inspection Today
Our certified technicians will check your boiler and CO detectors