How To Prevent Carbon Monoxide Leaks From Your Furnace

As winter moves into full swing, we all turn to our furnaces to keep us warm – but these same furnaces can be at risk of leaking carbon monoxide, a dangerous gas that carries serious health risks – including death – if inhaled. Here’s how to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning and keep your family safe, from our plumbing supply company in New Jersey.

• Maintain your furnace: Carbon monoxide is only emitted from your furnace when it is not burning its fuel (gas, oil or wood) properly, or when vents are clogged or damaged. It’s important to have your furnace checked twice a year by professionals who will carry out a range of tests to see if there are any issues.
• Install detectors – and test them: Place a carbon monoxide detector in each room of your home, as this will alert you with an alarm if high levels of the gas are present. These alarms should have a “Test” button that will tell you if it has enough power to operate or if the batteries need replacing. As with your furnace, these should be tested twice a year.
• Replace your old furnace: If your furnace is over 15 years old, the risks of carbon monoxide leaks is higher simply due to age and wear, so it’s a good idea to start shopping for a replacement rather than waiting on a problem to occur. While this is a large initial expense, it will pay off in the long-term – not only will your new furnace be safer, it will also be more energy-efficient, reducing your energy bills for many years to come.
• Know the symptoms: If you do have a leak, knowing the symptoms of poisoning is crucial. These include a dull headache, feeling weak, dizziness and nausea. Advanced symptoms include shortness of breath, confusion, blurred vision and loss of consciousness. If any of these symptoms are present, it’s important to turn off your heating and get the affected person out into fresh air and to a doctor.

Repair or replace your furnace the affordable way with plumbing wholesalers in NJ 

At Crosstown Plumbing Supply, we can either assist you with choosing a high-efficiency, low maintenance replacement for your furnace or provide you with an extensive range of plumbing supplies to replace necessary parts in your current systems. As we are a wholesaler in a 3.5% sales tax zone, we can make your furnace repair and maintenance the most affordable in town.

For more information about our range of furnace parts or to find out more about the furnaces we can offer you, please visit our plumbing supply company website at http://crosstownplumbing.com/ today.

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Tips For Lowering Your Heating Bill This Winter

Each winter, home heating bills take a big bite out of household budgets, but there are ways that homeowners can reduce this amount through affordable long and short-term fixes. Here are the best tips from NJ’s home heating specialists:

1. Replace worn weather stripping: Worn caulking and sealing around windows and doors cost homes between 7-12% of their heating, and the chilly air that they let in are often the reason behind cranking up the furnace even higher. Furnaces on a thermostat will do this automatically, so you may not even be aware of how hard it’s working to maintain a cozy temperature. Replacing these seals is quick and affordable, and can easily be done by a handyman or even DIY.
2. Snuggle up: These days, it’s almost second nature to keep your home so warm that all you require is a light top or thin sweater when you’re inside – but this is an easy way for your bill to get out of control. One of the biggest differences you can make is to lower your thermostat to the recommended 68° in the daytime and 55° at night, and cuddle up in a thick sweater, socks and a blanket. Just by lowering the temperature at night, you can save around 10% on your annual bill!
3. Maintain your furnace: A clear, unblocked furnace isn’t just safer for your home – it’s more reliable and ensures that it works at its highest efficiency. Check your filter each month and replace it when dirty. If you notice other issues with your furnace, call in the professionals to take a look.
4. Insulation: Homes are not very energy-efficient structures, and when there’s no insulation, heat will leak right out of your roof, windows and even electrical outlets. Insulation is inexpensive, and you’ll quickly get a return on your investment once it’s installed, as your furnace won’t have to work as hard to keep you warm. The best place to start with insulation is foam weather stripping around your windows and doors.

Wholesale furnaces and replacement parts in NJ 

If you would like to replace your home’s HVAC system, furnace or water heater with state-of-the-art heating systems, the specialists at Crosstown Plumbing Supply can assist you. With over 25 years of experience as plumbing wholesalers in New Jersey, we’re the right partner to help you choose the right replacement option for your needs. Customers can also benefit from our location in a 3.5% NJ sales tax zone, making your project even more affordable.

To find out more about our boiler products, hot water heater products, heating systems and furnaces, please contact us or visit our website at http://crosstownplumbing.com/ today.

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