08/29/2026
With fall right around the corner and cooler nights on the way, we wanted to give everyone in our community a quick reminder before heating season gets here.
Before you turn your furnace on for the season, take the time to have it serviced and make sure everything is working properly. The same goes for any heaters you may use around your home or garage. A little maintenance ahead of time can help catch problems before they turn into something more serious.
This is also a good time to check your carbon monoxide detectors. Test them, replace the batteries if needed, and make sure you have working detectors in your home. Carbon monoxide is odorless and colorless, and without a working detector you may not know there’s a problem.
If your carbon monoxide detector goes off, don’t ignore it. Get everyone outside into fresh air and call 911.
As we head into another fall and winter here in Evanston, take a few minutes to make sure your home is ready for the colder weather. Check on family, friends, and neighbors who may need a hand getting ready too.
A little prevention can go a long way toward keeping everyone safe.
Stay safe, Evanston! 🍂🍂🚒🚑🍂🍂