Category: Air Quality
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How Can I Identify Sources of Pollution in My Home?
Your home is your sanctuary—a space to relax, recharge, perhaps work on your hobbies—and the furthest thing from your mind may be indoor air pollution that could negatively impact your health. Unfortunately, many airborne culprits can lead to health problems existing in your home. But, we can identify the sources to mitigate harm and prevent…
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Dangers of a Dirty Furnace Filter
Your furnace filter plays an essential part in maintaining clean air throughout your home and protecting the inner workings of your furnace, especially the blower fan that helps with proper air circulation. A dirty furnace filter causes dangers in your home, from poor air quality to potentially replacing your entire furnace. Changing your furnace filters…
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How to Reduce Static in Your Home
Have you experienced that uninvited zap from a doorknob in your house? Or you can’t get your hair under control or clothes to stop clinging? Static electricity may be the culprit. Static electricity around the house can be a nuisance, but in certain situations, it can be a fire risk if a static charge ignites…
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5 Reasons The Furnace Smells Like It’s Burning
Your furnace is an essential part of your home. Whether you think about it every day or not, you expect your furnace to keep your house warm. But, just like any home comfort unit, things can go wrong. If something is wrong with your furnace, it may start to give off a burning smell. Based on this…
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Allergens & Your Indoor Air Quality: How Can Air Quality Systems Help?
Summer and springtime are often associated with the rebirth of allergens every year. But did you know that allergens, like dust and pet hair, can find ways to live in your home, no matter the season? Without the help of air filtration systems, you could be running the risk of keeping these particles locked in…
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How To Improve Your Indoor Air Quality
Do us a favour: take a second to breathe in and breathe out. Did you notice any odd smells or tastes? Or do you see tiny particles floating in the air as they pass through sunlight? If you do, it may interest you to improve your indoor air quality (IAQ). A lot of us don’t…
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Two Innovations in HVAC That Are Redefining Our Industry
The digital wave of performance, convenience, and cost savings that is redefining many aspects of our lives is also taking the HVAC industry along for the ride. While what we do (as HVAC professionals) more or less comes down to how we circulate heated or cooled air throughout our customer’s homes, how we do those…
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When Is the Best Time to Clean Your Ducts?
Like most homeowners, you likely already understand the importance of regular duct cleanings. Keeping your ducts clean can improve your home’s air quality and may help safeguard your respiratory health. Dirty duct filters can also hinder airflow, which can cause your furnace to overheat and even catch fire. But how often should you actually have…