[January 26, 2015]

Tips to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning As Blizzard Conditions Threaten the Northeast

With the NY metro area and New England experiencing a major winter storm with cold temperatures, blizzard conditions and significant snow, HomeServe USA (HomeServe), a leading provider of home emergency repair service plans, is sharing important tips on how homeowners can protect themselves from carbon monoxide poisoning.

An odorless, colorless, toxic gas, carbon monoxide is a leading cause of accidental poisoning deaths in America according to the Journal of the American Medical Association. In the winter months - particularly during times of heavy snowfall - homeowners are prone to the deadly threat of carbon monoxide exposure from the appliances and systems they use to keep themselves warm.

Here are HomeServe's four essential tips for preventing carbon monoxide problems in the home:

1. Ensure proper airflow around any heating source

2. Check your chimney or heating system vents for animal nests, snow blockages or anything else blocking airflow

3. Never use a portable generator inside your home or garage

4. Install CO monitors in the home that alert you when CO is present

During these types of weather conditions, it is also essential to clear any accumulation of sow or ice around natural gas or propane gas pressure regulators and vent piping. For more detail on how to implement these tips and stay safe this winter, watch HomeServe's video here: http://www.homeserveusa.com/news/details/prevent-carbon-monoxide-problems

Homeowners interested in learning more about HomeServe's heating system repair plan options can visit www.homeserveusa.com.

About HomeServe

HomeServe USA Corp (HomeServe) is an independent provider of home emergency repair service plans. For over a decade, the company has protected homeowners against the expense and inconvenience of water, sewer, electrical, HVAC and other home emergencies by providing affordable coverage and quality service. HomeServe, a Better Business Bureau Accredited Business, serves over 1.8 million homeowners in the US and Canada and dedicates itself to being a customer-focused company providing best-in-class emergency repair plans through leading utility partners and directly to consumers. For more information about HomeServe, a Connecticut Top Workplace winner for 2014, please go to www.homeserveusa.com, follow us on www.twitter.com/homeserveusa and like us on Facebook (News - Alert) at www.facebook.com/homeserveusa.

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