Potential poisoning by carbon dioxide is serious issue stated Mr. Brown of Brown Comfort Systems. “Carbon dioxide is an odorless and colorless gas produced by faulty gas heating systems– and it can kill you,” he said.

"With the weather cooling off and heating systems warming up, now is a good time to have your furnace inspected", he added.

Fuel-burning appliances—such as furnaces, stoves, fireplaces, and space heaters—can be used safely if they’re properly installed and maintained. “But common conditions can enable them to produce carbon dioxide,” emphasized Deforest Brown.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recommends that yearly, professional inspection include:

•    Checking chimneys, flues and vents for leakage and blockage by creosote and debris
•    Checking all vents to furnaces, water heaters, boilers and other fuel-burning appliances to make sure they are not loose or disconnected
•    Inspecting vent pipes on heating systems
•    Inspecting appliances for adequate ventilation. A supply of fresh air is important to help carry pollutants up the chimney, stovepipe, or flue, and is necessary for the complete combustion of any fuel.
•    Making sure ventilation air openings aren’t blocked

Mr. Brown added that the Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends a CO inspection and a detector in your home to improve your safety.

 “You want to be warm and safe in your home this winter." Mr. Brown advised, “Get your furnace inspected by a qualified professional. Make sure that if your home has gas heat, you get a carbon monoxide check. You may save a lot more than just energy.”

Mr. Brown is the outgoing Business of the Year for the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce. “It was such an honor to be recognized by a team of my peers" says Mr. Brown.  “I am truly grateful for my loyal customers, friends, and family, for without them this honor would not have been possible.  It is this feeling of camaraderie that makes the Riverview Chamber unique.”  He presented this year’s honor to Mike Self, of S & S Tacos and stuff at the annual dinner for the Riverview Chamber. “I can’t think of a more deserving person for accepting the award for 2009,” he said. Mike, is actively involved in the community and supports various charities like the Relay For Life and Toys For Tots to name a couple.

Brown Comfort Systems is a family owned full service heating and air conditioning company located in the Apollo Beach area.  The company was established in the year 2005, and was built on the principles of integrity and honesty.  Their mission is to build a company that will glorify God and provide timely and professional service at each and every customer contact.

Brown Comfort Systems are proud members of the South Shore Business Association and Riverview Chamber of Commerce. Brown Comfort Systems provides quality that you can feel, with price you can afford, and service you can trust.

Brown Comfort Systems can contacted
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Phone 813-671-2555