Why Low-Level CO Testing Matters for Your Home

Carbon monoxide (CO) is one of the most dangerous hazards inside a home. It’s odorless, colorless, and impossible to detect without the right equipment. At Accurate Heating & Air Conditioning, we take CO safety seriously — which is why we’re the only HVAC company in the Lompoc and Santa Maria areas performing advanced low-level CO testing to protect local families.

Why Carbon Monoxide Risks Increase in Winter

As temperatures drop and heating systems run longer, the risk of CO exposure goes up. Furnaces are working harder, homes stay sealed up, and clogged filters or aging equipment can cause harmful gases to build up inside the home. Without proper testing or reliable detectors, many homeowners never realize there's a problem.

Standard CO Detectors Aren’t Enough

Most standard carbon monoxide detectors are designed to alert you only when CO levels reach dangerously high limits. These devices meet basic code requirements, but they don’t detect lower concentrations that can still impact your health — especially for children, older adults, and people with respiratory conditions.

That’s where low-level CO monitors come in. These devices sense small amounts of CO much earlier than standard detectors, giving you an important, additional layer of protection.

What Makes Our Low-Level CO Testing Different

Our team uses specialized diagnostic equipment to measure even the smallest traces of CO inside your home. This is not a basic quick check — it’s a full, professional CO safety inspection designed to ensure your furnace, ductwork, and ventilation systems are all operating safely and efficiently.

As the only HVAC contractor in the region offering this level of testing, we’re committed to helping families stay safe with accurate diagnostics and dependable service. Whether you live in Lompoc, Santa Maria, Buellton, Solvang, Orcutt, or nearby Santa Barbara County communities, we bring industry-leading safety practices right to your door.

What’s Included in a CO Safety Inspection

Our CO safety and performance testing includes:

• Low-level carbon monoxide detection throughout the home
• Furnace combustion analysis and draft testing
• Inspection of heat exchangers for cracks or leaks
• Filter evaluation and airflow checks
• Testing and verification of existing CO detectors
• Recommendations for low-level CO monitor installation

These steps go far beyond a traditional furnace check. We focus on accuracy, safety, and performance — the core values behind Accurate Heating & Air Conditioning.

Protect Your Home Before the Holiday Season

With holiday gatherings, cooking, and increased furnace run time, this is the best time of year to schedule a CO inspection. Our team can test your system, verify your detectors, recommend upgrades, and install advanced low-level CO monitors so your family can breathe easy all winter long.

To schedule a carbon monoxide safety inspection or learn more about our furnace safety services, visit accurateheat-ac.com or call us at (805) 743-3403. When it comes to keeping your home safe, Accurate Heating & Air Conditioning is here to help.