Top 10 Ways to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality
Posted on: January 20, 2023Indoor air quality is important to consider regarding your health and well-being. Poor air quality can cause symptoms like headaches, respiratory illnesses, and even long-term conditions like allergies and asthma. The common reasons for poor indoor air quality include pet dander, dust mites, mold and mildew spores, smoke from tobacco products, off-gassing of building materials, chemicals used for cleaning, synthetic fragrances, and general household uncleanliness. There are numerous ways to improve the air quality inside your home or workplace, as highlighted below. 1. Clean Regularly and Thoroughly Vacuum carpets, mop floors, and dust furniture at least once a week to[…]
Is It Necessary to Cover Your HVAC System in the Winter?
Posted on: December 20, 2022As the cold winter weather approaches, many homeowners are completing all their outdoor tasks to prepare for the adverse weather conditions to come. One maintenance task that tends to receive a lot of attention is whether to cover your outdoor air conditioning unit. Knowing how and if you could cover this unit will have a big impact on its overall longevity. What’s the Reason Behind Covering It? Probably the biggest reason that homeowners think covering their air conditioning unit is an absolute necessity is that it helps to keep snow, ice, hail, and sleet out of the unit. Many homeowners[…]
Essential Space Heater Safety Tips
Posted on: November 20, 2022Space heaters are a great way to complement your main heating source. They can help your living room or bedroom feel toastier and more comfortable on those chilly winter nights. However, using a space heater comes with several risks. It’s essential to practice safe space heater habits to protect your home and household. Here are a few helpful tips to ensure you’re correctly using your space heater. Don’t Use With Surge Protectors It’s best to use portable surge protectors with smaller appliances like lamps, chargers, and fans. Space heaters often have a higher electricity requirement than your average electronic device.[…]
Why Should I Install a Smart Thermostat in My Home?
Posted on: October 20, 2022The move to make a home more energy efficient has become a driving force behind consumer choices. Many homeowners seek relief from rising energy costs by choosing technologies that reduce energy consumption while providing a comfortable living environment. The Smart Thermostat Smart thermostats are some of the most popular devices homeowners purchase to improve a home. Innovative technology senses temperature fluctuations around your dwelling, and you control the use of your HVAC system through various remote technologies. Recent statistics reveal that nearly 25% of U.S. homes were using smart home technologies as of 2016, with a predicted 60% expected to[…]
5 Potential Reasons for Household Hot and Cold Spots
Posted on: September 20, 2022It shouldn’t be too much to ask to have even temperatures around your Springfield, OR area home. However, that isn’t always the case. At times, you may start noticing that when you’re running your heater or air conditioner, certain parts of the house are staying colder or warmer than others. That can be extremely frustrating, and you shouldn’t have to put on an extra layer of clothing when you walk from one room to another. Hot and cold spots are a common household problem, and there are several potential reasons why you may be experiencing them. 1. Blocked or Dirty[…]
5 Ways Houseplants Help Improve the Air Quality in Your Home
Posted on: July 15, 2022If you’re like most people, you probably don’t think about the air quality in your home very often. But did you know that the air inside your home can be up to five times more polluted than the outside? This is because homes are sealed environments, so pollutants and allergens have nowhere to escape. Luckily, there are some simple steps you can take to improve the air quality in your home. One of the most effective is to add some houseplants. 1. Plants Help Remove Dust and Other Particulates From the Air The air we breathe is essential to our[…]
Pros and Cons of Owning a Whole-House Humidifier
Posted on: June 7, 2022Do you sometimes wake up on an otherwise beautiful morning to dry air, noisy cupboards, an itchy neck, and static garments? If you answered yes, then your home probably needs a humidifier. Perhaps you’ve used a room diffuser before, but have you ever considered a whole-house humidifier? If you’re unsure of what these whole-house humidifiers offer, read on to find out if they’re the right choice for you. How Does a Whole-House Humidifier Function? A humidifier is a device that increases humidity in your home when the airflow inside and outdoors becomes too dry. Often, they are small freestanding units[…]
How to Determine the Right Size HVAC System
Posted on: May 20, 2022Whenever installing a new HVAC system or replacing your old furnace or air conditioner, it is essential that you get the right size of equipment for your home. If your furnace or AC is too small, it won’t be able to properly heat or cool the entire home. As a result, the system will need to run more frequently, which creates higher energy bills and increased wear and tear on the equipment. If the equipment is too big, it will also cost you more both in terms of energy usage and increased purchase and installation costs. With these possible downsides[…]
MERV vs HEPA Filters: Understanding the Difference
Posted on: April 15, 2022Air filters are a vital part of any HVAC system. The filter’s primary purpose is to trap airborne particles to prevent them from possibly damaging your furnace, air handler and other HVAC equipment. However, there are also higher-rated filters that can trap bacteria, chemical pollutants and other airborne contaminants and thus improve indoor air quality. Most HVAC air filters are rated using the MERV (Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value) scale, but you can also find a number of HEPA (High-Efficiency Particulate Air) filters for use in certain situations. With this in mind, let’s take a look at the differences between the[…]
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