Fall is officially here! The change of season not only brings cooler weather, apple picking, and pumpkin carving — it also brings a whole new list of home maintenance to-dos for homeowners. Leaves to rake. Firewood to cut. Gutters to clean. Chimneys to sweep. Lawns to winterize. And more!
As Mother Nature […]
Air duct cleaning is a misnomer. In actuality, the entire HVAC system should be cleaned. Failure to clean all components of the system can result in recontamination of the entire system, thus minimizing the benefits of cleaning.
Just as you wouldn’t clean only half of your living room floor, you also would not want to clean only part of your […]
As a homeowner, it’s important to be familiar with the signs and symptoms of mold presence. Undetected or ignored mold growth can turn into a serious issue, not only for the structure of your home but for the health of those living under its roof. Reduce your risk by knowing the signs of mold to keep your home and […]
Just like the easy-to-see surfaces in your home that get dirty over time, your home’s HVAC system pulls contaminants and air pollutants like dander, dust, and chemicals right into your air ducts — and then recirculates that air throughout your home an average of five to seven times per day! Yikes!
Believe it […]
Basic laundry 101 says to clean the lint trap every time you use the dryer. While this is good practice to help your system work more efficiently and prevent safety hazards, sometimes it’s simply not enough. The dryer vent, the tube that runs from your dryer to the outside of your house, helps remove hot air and moisture. But […]
As a homeowner, you should be aware of any items that could have a negative impact on your indoor air quality and how they might be harmful. This knowledge can help you make educated decisions when selecting the products you use in your home. The result? A cleaner and healthier indoor environment for you and your family.
Common, everyday items […]
Clean indoor air is very important, considering the average American spends 90 percent of their time inside. Unlike the causes of outdoor pollution (think cars, trucks, buses, etc.), the causes of indoor pollution are less obvious. People may think they’re safe from air pollution while indoors, but according to the EPA, indoor […]
If you’re a pet owner, you’re no stranger to visitors claiming to be allergic to your pet’s hair. Unfortunately for them, they’re not really allergic to pet hair — no one is. Pet hair just serves as a vehicle for other allergens, attracting dust, urine, saliva and pet dander, which makes people think they’re reacting to the hair when they’re really […]
What comes to mind when you think of poor air quality? Maybe you thought of a busy city. But do you ever think of the quality of your indoor air? The truth is you need be thinking seriously about the impact of indoor air on your health.
Indoor air can be 3 – 5 times more contaminated than outdoor air. […]
With Spring comes itchy eyes, runny noses, sneezing, coughing, and even hives, wheezing, and difficulty breathing for some. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), more than 60 million Americans suffer from asthma and/or allergies. These stunning numbers led the AAFA to deem May—which is peak allergy season—National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month.
Most folks tend to […]
