Homeowners have more control over furnaces and air conditioners, which regulate air quality, temperature and humidity. Keep them clean and in top working order in order to minimize pollutants in your building. If they require filters, use the best quality. Do not make the mistake of keeping your windows too tightly closed. In this age of caulking every crack for energy efficiency, homes may not get enough outside air to be healthy.
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas produced by burning any fuel.
The initial symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are similar to the flu, and include headache, fatigue, shortness of breath, nausea and dizziness. Exposure to high levels of carbon monoxide can cause death. Good carbon monoxide monitors are not expensive. Gas operated appliances need to be checked for carbon monoxide emissions. Good carbon monoxide monitors are not expensive.