carbon monoxide – Emke Schaab ClimateCare

Improving Your Indoor Air Quality – Plants

Often, when we think about improving our indoor air quality, we link it with expensive filters, UV lights, humidity levels, and fresh air, but Mother Nature is a great resource for naturally removing toxins from your home. As Spring approaches, here are some plants to consider adding to your home to improve the air quality. […]

The Silent Killer

Carbon monoxide got a lot of press near the end of 2014 and start of 2015. It is mandatory in our area to have a CO detector in any home/multi-unit residence/apartment that has a fuel burning appliance or attached garage. Why is it so important? Well, carbon monoxide is odourless, colourless and tasteless – meaning […]

Carbon Monoxide and you

Carbon monoxide has been in the news a LOT lately. With the legislation for mandatory carbon monoxide detectors starting in October, and Carbon Monoxide awareness week at the start of November, it seems to be everywhere. What is the big deal with Carbon Monoxide? Well, Carbon monoxide has no taste, smell or colour, and is […]

Protecting Against CO

Carbon monoxide poisoning is a silent killer, as it is odourless, tasteless and colourless. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are headaches, dizziness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, chest pain, confusion, loss of consciousness, and death. It has also been known to impact motor skills. These symptoms are felt quicker […]