Your AC System and Indoor Air Quality – Ensuring a Healthy Home Environment Air quality is a critical factor in a healthy home environment. Contaminants like radon, carbon monoxide, allergens, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) can impact health negatively. Most guides on healthy home environments focus on opening windows and doors to get fresh air […]
Read moreEssential Considerations for a Healthier Home Environment
Essential Considerations for a Healthier Home Environment Indoor air pollutants can cause various health problems, particularly for young children, older adults and those with chronic respiratory or cardiovascular diseases. Some health effects can show up only years after exposure, while others are more noticeable after short and/or repeated periods of high concentrations. Some sources of […]
Read more3 Red Flags That Indicate You Have Poor Indoor Air Quality
3 Red Flags That Indicate You Have Poor Indoor Air Quality If people in your building start coughing, sneezing or have other breathing issues that don’t seem to relate to a health condition, it could be an air quality issue. Dust, pet dander, smoke and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) can trigger allergies, respiratory distress and […]
Read more5 Major Benefits of an Indoor Air Quality System
5 Major Benefits of an Indoor Air Quality System Clean air makes it easier to breathe, which puts less strain on the body. This helps you feel more energized and can prevent respiratory issues later in life. Allergens like dust, pollen, mold spores, cleaning chemicals, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), smoke and carbon monoxide can be […]
Read moreBudgeting for Home Renovation: What Is the Cost to Move HVAC Ductwork?
Budgeting for Home Renovation: What Is the Cost to Move HVAC Ductwork? If a home’s HVAC system acts as its lungs, its ductwork is like its veins and blood vessels. As a result, it’s important to keep them well-maintained to prevent leaks and improve efficiency. However, moving ducts isn’t a DIY-friendly project. It requires a […]
Read moreManaging Indoor Air Quality With HVAC
Managing Indoor Air Quality With HVAC Dust is an unavoidable part of owning a home. Every time you sweep or vacuum, it becomes airborne and recirculated throughout your house. You likely take steps to keep your house clean, but what about your AC system and ductwork? Dusty HVAC equipment can affect indoor air quality and […]
Read moreAir Quality and Filtration – Creating a Healthy Indoor Environment
Air Quality and Filtration – Creating a Healthy Indoor Environment While outdoor pollution like smog and vehicle exhaust receives a lot of attention, indoor air quality problems can be equally damaging. These can be caused by a range of sources including gases, particles and biological contaminants. Fortunately, there are simple ways to create healthy spaces. […]
Read moreAir Quality and Filtration – Creating a Healthy Indoor Environment
Air Quality and Filtration – Creating a Healthy Indoor Environment While outdoor pollution like smog and vehicle exhaust receives a lot of attention, indoor air quality problems can be equally damaging. These can be caused by a range of sources including gases, particles and biological contaminants. Fortunately, there are simple ways to create healthy spaces. […]
Read more5 Easy Tips For Cleaner Indoor Air
5 Easy Tips For Cleaner Indoor Air Keeping your home’s air clean is essential for your health. The EPA states that indoor pollution is often 2-5 times higher than outdoor levels. Adequate ventilation is one of the best ways to promote clean, healthy air. Opening your windows regularly (when it’s not too cold or the […]
Read moreThe Purpose of a Fresh Air Intake Vent
The Purpose of a Fresh Air Intake Vent Fresh air intake vents are a critical component of maintaining healthy indoor environments. These vents, which usually appear as grilled vents near furnaces and gas appliances, prevent backdrafting, which can send carbon monoxide or combustion fumes into the home. Many homeowners instinctively block these vents when they […]
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