Myths and facts about carbon monoxide
Carbon Monoxide is a gas that can potentially be deadly. However, there is a lot of misinformation about carbon monoxide. The best way to protect your family is to know what information is myth, and what is fact. We here at MightyServ are committed to not only customer satisfaction, but helping to keep your family safe. Here is a list of some of the myths and facts about carbon monoxide: Myth: You Can Smell And Taste Carbon Monoxide Fact: Carbon monoxide does not have a color, odor or taste. People can smell the byproducts of the burning fuel, but they will not smell the carbon monoxide itself. Myth: Carbon Monoxide Can Only Exist If Something Like A Heating Appliance or Fireplace Is Burning Fuel Fact: The air we breathe has carbon monoxide. The body needs a certain amount of carbon monoxide. It can also process carbon monoxide we do not need. Myth: Carbon Monoxide Should Be Maintained And Installed Like Smoke Alarms Fact: Smoke rises, but the weight of carbon monoxide is about the same as the air we breathe. That is why carbon monoxide detectors can be installed at floor level, but smoke detectors have to be installed on