Melbourne Plumber Offers CO2 Testing To Avoid Carbon Monoxide Death

Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services, a business in Burnley, VIC, Australia, is drawing attention to their highly popular CO2 testing services. After a recent news story about a family in Melbourne with two children dying in one night due to a silent gas leak, the company is campaigning for more people to have their gas equipment tested. The campaign seems to be very successful, with the testing service now being one of the plumbing service's most popular offerings.

Scott Berkefeld from Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services says: "It is everybody's worst nightmare when people die due to carbon monoxide poisoning. They call it the silent killer for a reason, because it is a completely odorless and colorless gas. People like that poor family in Melbourne won't have known what was coming. Their death could and should have been avoided, however, and we want to play a major role in reducing the number of carbon monoxide deaths in this country."

Almost every case of carbon monoxide poisoning death in Australia is accidental. Rates generally increase during cold weather, when less ventilation is created in homes. However, people also often aren't aware of the various sources of carbon monoxide. These include gas, charcoal and wood fire barbecues and fireplaces, as well as kerosene or gas fired portable cookers and outdoor heaters, all of which are very common.

Surprisingly, above and underground piping can also be a source of carbon monoxide. This is why Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services also offers hydrojetting as part of their protection services. This will ensure pipes are clean and free from debris. A build up of debris can cause carbon monoxide to not just be created but to be expelled into the atmosphere as well.

The various services offered by the Melbourne plumber have been very positively received by their many customers. Their carbon monoxide safety campaign has also impacted many people. "For me, Guardian Plumbing does their name justice," says one happy customer. "I feel like they truly are the community's guardian, making sure no family has to be affected by unnecessary deaths through carbon monoxide poisoning."