Actually, carbon monoxide has no colour, odour, taste and is a highly poisonous gas that is created by the incomplete combustion of carbon-based fuels, such as gas, oil, wood and coal. Carbon fuels are really safe in their use. Bounds Green Plumbers can detect carbon monoxide. It is not until the fuel doesnt burn fully that excess carbon monoxide is released, and is poisonous.? Once carbon monoxide enters our body, it stops the blood from providing oxygen for the health of cells, tissues, and organs. it cant be seen, tasted or smelled but it is able to kill in a really short time with no prior warning in the right circumstances. The Health and Safety Executive statistics have revealed that about 12 people die from carbon monoxide poisoning rom gas appliances and flues that have not been professionally installed, serviced or that are just poorly ventilated. Although it may not kill, any levels can be a serious hazard to health if inhaled in over an extended period. There have been cases of paralysis and brain damage as a result of prolonged exposure to carbon monoxide. A Bounds Green Plumber can inspect and clean flues. There are signs that indicate poor combustion is happening and that can contribute to the production of carbon monoxide:If a flame is yellow or orange and not blue (fuel effect fires or flueless appliances display this colour flame).Production of soot or yellow/brown stained appliances.Pilot lights constantly extiguishingmassive condensation on windowsCarbon monoxide can be produced by many different fuel burning appliances, including ones that burn fossil fuels like oil, wood and coal.? If you own and use one of these appliances you should always have it serviced and maintained by a professional tradesman or company.