Safety Tip: Furnaces
Have a heating contractor perform a yearly maintenance check-up of your furnace and ventilation system to ensure efficient, safe operation.
Be sure all furnace controls and emergency shut-offs are in proper working order.
Leave furnace repairs to qualified specialists. Do not attempt repairs yourself.
Never store chemicals, chlorine, paint thinners, paint strippers, gasoline, or other flammables near the furnace.
Make sure there is a free flow of air to the furnace. Keep an area of at least two feet around the furnace clear by removing any boxes or obstructions.