Archive for the ‘Air Quality’ Category
While you may not give it much thought, the air quality in your home can affect the health and safety of your family. When the air quality level is high, your family can be safe, healthy, and comfortable. But, when the quality of your indoor air levels dips, health issues can arise. What is an […]
An imperative component of any efficient HVAC system is a clean air filter. This traps airborne pollutants, like dust and pet dander, to keep your air safe for your family to breathe in. Learning the common signs of a dirty filter and how to replace it is key. You want to ensure that your HVAC […]
When it comes to indoor air quality, there are many things that affect it. This includes everything from your HVAC system to what’s going on with pollutants. In fact, poor air quality can contribute to issues with your sleep, which isn’t good for your health. Today, we’re taking a moment to discuss the quality of […]
More than 10,000 fireworks displays happen across the nation for the Fourth of July. These dazzling pyrotechnic delights do more than impress the masses. They also produce a lot of smoke, ash, sparks, and lingering haze. All these things can definitely contribute to air quality concerns. For Independence Day, we want to talk about how […]
During Spring and Summer, the air in your home encounters more pollutants than usual. Between blooming flowers and spring cleaning, dust and pollen become more frequent. May is right around the corner, and during this month we observe Clean Air Month. Poor indoor quality can affect your everyday life. It is important that you learn […]
Air ducts for your HVAC system carry heated or cooled air throughout your home. These ducts play a key role in helping various HVAC components function in an efficient way. But, if your air ducts are older, damaged, the wrong size, or no longer easy to maintain, it may be time to replace them. We […]
Air quality is something you should think about even when you’re in your own comfy home. Indoor pollution, no matter the source, can affect your health and even your HVAC system. The EPA has listed some common causes of indoor air pollution. We go over this list below. Too Much Moisture You might not think […]
As temperatures increase and seasons change, it’s more common to find pollen in the air. While this can be good news for bees and flowering plants, it’s not such a good thing if you have seasonal allergies. Pollen and allergens can also affect your indoor air quality and cause some symptoms. Keep reading to learn […]
As HVAC professionals, we often get questions about similar-sounding HVAC systems. This includes air purifiers and air scrubbers. These systems are popular today due to the desire to keep indoor air safe and healthy. Purifiers and scrubbers are both used to improve the indoor air quality. But, they are two different HVAC accessories with many […]
When you think about the safety of your home, you think you are fine with a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector. The truth is that you are not safe unless you add a carbon monoxide detector to your home. Carbon monoxide poisoning can happen at any time and can cause severe illness and even […]