3 steps to a healthier home Courtesy: News Canada
Some of the most serious home hazards often go unseen or unnoticed. Help ensure your property and family are safe from hidden threats with the following tips and tools.
Protect against carbon monoxide
Carbon monoxide (CO) is the number one cause of accidental poisoning in Canada. The colourless, odourless gas is responsible for hundreds of deaths each year, but the only way to detect it is with a CO alarm. The National Fire Protection Association recommends installing one on every level of your home, including the basement, and one near every sleeping area.
Inspect for mould
This fungus can wreak havoc on the body, creating toxins that cause asthma, respiratory infections and chronic sinus problems. In fact, studies have linked mould to the tripling rate of asthma in the past 20 years. It can grow behind walls and under floors, above ceiling tiles or behind shower walls. The first step to fighting it is to detect if there is mould present in the house. You can find out if you have mould, and what type, by using an at-home test kit or hiring a professional to inspect your home.
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Test for radon
Like carbon monoxide, you can’t see, smell or taste radon. But it’s the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers and results in more than 20,000 cancer deaths each year, according to National Radon Defense. It is commonly found in homes, with one in every eight exceeding Health Canada’s acceptable radon level. First Alert offers a simple and affordable do-it-yourself radon gas test kit, so you can ensure the air in your home is safe.
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