When the temperature drops and snow starts to fly, it’s time to think about the effect winter weather can have on your home. Two key things to look out for are significant temperature drops and/or carbon monoxide in the home.
Imagine if your furnace malfunctions when you are away from home for an extended period of time. Before long, the temperature may drop significantly. If this isn’t resolved quickly, you run the risk of pipes freezing and bursting, which can cause thousands of dollars in damages. With freeze sensor technology from WH Security, you’ll be notified right away if the in-home temperature drops below 42 degrees so you can take action.
What about carbon monoxide (CO)? CO is an odorless, invisible gas that can’t be seen or smelled. It’s produced from the combustion of fossil fuels, which is how heat is produced in furnaces and ovens that are fueled by LP or natural gas. If not properly ventilated, CO can cause harm to people and animals.
Having monitored CO detectors installed in your home can provide some comfort in that the device is constantly monitoring the air quality and will alert you if your environment becomes unsafe – whether you are home or not. When your CO detector activates the alarm panel, it sends a signal to the monitoring center. Professionals will make the appropriate calls to individuals and authorities notifying them of the issue. If you have pets, having this device monitored is very important for their safety.
Freeze and CO sensors are inexpensive to purchase and install and add great value to your system by protecting you and your home during the cold winter months. Instead of relying on someone to check on your home while you are away, let WH Security monitor your home for you! Contact a WH Security representative today for more details at 763.477.3664.