Syncom offers carbon monoxide checks as apart of our Gas Safety Checks for rental properties in Victoria.

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Our coverage includes Melbourne and surrounding suburbs, Geelong and Mornington areas, along with regional areas of Victoria. Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless gas that can be produced by common household appliances such as gas stoves, furnaces, and water heaters. High levels of carbon monoxide can be dangerous and even deadly.

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For renters, the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning can come from a malfunctioning gas stove, water heater, or other gas appliance in their rental unit. In some cases, faulty ventilation systems or blocked vents can cause carbon monoxide to accumulate indoors.

To reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, rental providers should:

  • Have gas appliances and fittings checked by a qualified professional every two years, as per Victoria’s Residential Tenancies Act;
  • Be aware of the signs of carbon monoxide poisoning: symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning can include headaches, dizziness, nausea, and confusion. If you or anyone in your household experiences these symptoms, evacuate immediately and seek medical attention.
  • Keep vents clear: Blocked vents can cause carbon monoxide to accumulate indoors. Renters should make sure that all vents in their rental unit are clear and unobstructed.
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Negative pressure is a term used in gas safety to describe a situation where there isn’t enough ventilation in a home when an exhaust fan is turned on. This can create a dangerous situation where dangerous gases, such as carbon monoxide, can be drawn into living spaces.

Energy Safe Victoria’s website makes several important recommendations to avoid negative pressure in your rental property:

  • Have regular gas safety check at least once every two years, as required by law
  • Do not use outside gas heaters inside (eg patio heater)
  • Do not leave gas heaters on when you go to bed
  • Ensure proper ventilation to ensure carbon monoxide is not drawn into a living space
  • Do not operate exhaust fans at the same time as your heater – as these can lead to negative pressure pulling carbon monoxide into the room

For more information on negative pressure, gas checks and carbon monoxide risks please call Syncom.

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