You wouldn’t drive your car around for years without regular maintenance checks. In the same respect, the HVAC system in your home is an intricate machine that requires regular maintenance checks too. Make maintenance easy on yourself by following these tips on work that you just shouldn’t put off.
Don’t Let Your IAQ Health Suffer
IAQ health — that is, indoor air quality — has never been so important, especially if you live in a newer, airtight home that has been constructed to maximize your HVAC unit’s efficiency. In an older home, minute cracks allow for the intrusion of fresh air and the escape of stale air. But in newer […]
Should You Go with Ductless HVAC?
A ductless HVAC system can be an excellent alternative for heating and cooling your home. However, this kind of HVAC system has several downsides that you should be aware of. Here’s a breakdown of the top perks and quirks of going ductless. Advantages of Ductless Systems Flexibility. Ductless HVAC systems deliver conditioned air directly into […]
Natural Ventilation in Your Home Can Help Your IAQ
You may have heard that the air quality in our homes tends to be much worse than that which is outside. The reason? These days, new-home construction is very tight so that HVAC systems can work more efficiently, saving the homeowner money on utilities. In the old days, those loosely constructed homes wasted a lot […]
How Can Your IAQ Improve Just Because of How You Clean Your House?
Having good indoor air quality is essential if you want to maintain the health of those in your home, especially if they’re sensitive to allergens and are developing respiratory problems. Improving IAQ in spring isn’t difficult as long as you clean properly. Here are a few tips to get you started:
Keep Your Nose Quiet with These HVAC Tips to Combat Allergies
Many people fight spring allergies by keeping a box of tissues next to them at all times. That’s not a bad idea, but you can also fight against them by following these simple HVAC tips:
Your Pets Care Just As Much As You Do About How You Maintain Your HVAC Equipment
Given the fact that millions of homeowners across the country have some kind of furry pet in their household, it’s important to always consider their comfort needs too. So, let’s discuss a few simple tips on HVAC maintenance for pet owners that will help your four-legged family members stay safe and comfortable.
Make Sure Your HVAC System Is Catching All the Things That Could Cause Health Issues in Your Home
Pollutants, allergens, and other kinds of harmful particles can make their way into your home. When this happens, these particles can lower your indoor air quality and cause respiratory problems and other health issues. Your HVAC system can help you prevent irritants from filling your home and making you and your family sick.
Improving Your Indoor Air: DIY Fall Candles Free of Harsh Chemicals
Candles can do a lot for your fall ambiance, adding a warm glow to your home and, with scented candles, evoking fall forest or herbal scents, like pine and cloves. However, not all candles are equal. Depending on what they are made of, some may be harmful to your breathing, giving off volatile organic compounds. […]
Smoke Smell Removal: What’s the Best Solution?
If you live in a house where a smoker lives or has lived, or where there are lingering odors from smoke damage, you may need some remediation.