{"id":2768,"date":"2023-04-03T15:11:55","date_gmt":"2023-04-03T19:11:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/orzechheating.ca\/?p=2768"},"modified":"2023-04-03T15:12:53","modified_gmt":"2023-04-03T19:12:53","slug":"can-hvac-systems-produce-carbon-monoxide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/orzechheating.ca\/blog\/can-hvac-systems-produce-carbon-monoxide\/","title":{"rendered":"Can HVAC Systems Produce Carbon Monoxide?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Carbon monoxide (CO) can cause serious health issues or even death if inhaled excessively. It is hard to detect because it is colourless and odourless, which makes it even more dangerous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

HVAC systems can lead to CO exposure in both residential and commercial properties if left unchecked. You need to know the risks associated with your HVAC system, especially if it includes a boiler or furnace that is gas-powered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We will discuss how neglected HVAC systems can lead to CO poisoning<\/a>. We will also cover the symptoms and signs of CO poisoning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How can your HVAC system cause CO poisoning?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The burning of fuels like gas, propane, and oil produces CO. These fuels are used to heat your house or business. If your HVAC system is not working properly, combustion gases could leak into your indoor environment and cause CO poisoning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are several ways your HVAC system could leak CO:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Cracked heat exchangers in furnaces or boilers:<\/strong> Heat exchangers are metal chambers that separate combustion gases from the air blown through the conduits. The heat exchanger can crack and allow the gases to mix with the air, contaminating it with CO.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Clogged furnace filter:<\/strong> The furnace filter traps dust and debris in the furnace’s air. Filter obstruction can cause the furnace to work harder and reduce airflow. This can lead to the heat exchanger cracking and overheating.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. A damaged or blocked vent pipe:<\/strong> The exhaust gases are carried from the furnace to the outside by the vent pipe. The gases can back up into your home if the vent pipe becomes blocked by snow, ice, and other debris.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. A poorly installed or malfunctioning flue:<\/strong> A flue regulates the flow of exhaust gases from the furnace, boiler, or vent pipe. The flue can be malfunctioning or poorly placed and allow gases to escape into your home rather than being vented outdoors.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    What are the Signs and Symptoms Of CO Poisoning?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The symptoms of CO poisoning vary depending on how severe the exposure was. These are some of the most common symptoms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n