Flued gas heaters for home and offices comes with a fitted flue that sends all the combustion gases and water vapour outside the room, thus allowing people to enjoy the clean and warm air. Quality designs would work in maintaining good levels of oxygen by drawing combustion air from outside so that the person would not feel suffocated.
This model works use gas to generate heat, while the pipe attached to it would help in the exhaust. Few models work well with natural gas, while others are a good combination for liquefied petroleum gas. The user can fit into the fireplaces or used as space heaters, as per the facilities available. People living in areas that experience warm climates prefer these heaters along with Bonaire air conditioner.
Unflued gas heaters may cost less and could work efficiently but the pollution they create indoors is forcing people to opt for flued versions. The few health issues that one could experience may not be immediate. The type of pollutants would vary, as per the fuel and the model of the heater. Few people are sensitive to a certain type, while others would not experience any discomfort.
One of the most common pollutants is Carbon monoxide, which is hard to detect, as it does not have any smell, taste or colour. It is considered to be toxic, as it blocks oxygen from reaching humans, which would lead to poor reflexes and impaired thinking. Poor installation can lead to high levels of the gas, which could lead to serious health problems. People could experience problems like dizziness, headache, vomiting, blurred vision and unconsciousness. At the time, it can lead to fatality as well.
Levels of Nitrogen dioxide also could rise, with the use of unflued heater, which could lead to breathlessness and irritation in the respiratory tract that can lead other serious health problems.
Experts suggest the use of flued design, especially for houses with senior citizens and young children.
