How To Prevent Carbon Monoxide Leaks in Your Furnace

Carbon monoxide can be dangerous if it leaks into your house. Some of the prevention steps are technical, which is why it’s smart to have an HVAC technician inspect your system at least once a year.

Here are common causes of carbon monoxide leaks in your home.

• Leaking seams
• Incomplete burning
• Fractured heat exchangers
• Cracks within the exhaust pipes
• Excessive air in the heating system
• Damaged air filters

The following are ways to prevent leakages of carbon monoxide.

Keep Airflow Moving

Insufficient airflow is a chief cause of component failure. The best way to keep air moving through the entire system is to prevent clogging within the filters.

Clogged filters prevent air from circulating freely, which can lead to cracks in the heat exchanger. Reach out to your technician if you notice any rattling noise from your furnace. Cleaning the interior surfaces creates room for fresh air to flow in, reducing the chances of carbon monoxide leaks. Follow a regular cleaning routine to enhance safety.

Observe Regular Maintenance

Lack of maintenance can cause your furnace to malfunction and leak carbon monoxide. It can lead to the cracking of the heat exchanger. Getting the system checked by a technician can prevent this from happening. Contact F & R Air Conditioning, Inc. for annual furnace inspection and maintenance. We serve Abbeville and the surrounding areas.

Carbon monoxide is dangerous, and if not well handled, it can cause death. Observing regular maintenance, replacing the furnace filters, and cleaning the system keeps you and your family safe inside your home. Without these measures, the furnace can emit this lethal gas and cause severe health issues.

In nearly 70 years of HVAC work across Acadiana, we’ve inspected thousands of furnaces and caught CO risks before they became dangerous. Down here in South Louisiana, where many homes have ductwork running through crawl spaces and attics, regular inspections are especially important. If your furnace hasn’t been checked this season, call F & R Air Conditioning at (337) 893-5646 to schedule a heating tune-up.