Is Your Indoor Air Quality Really As Good As You Think?

Is Your Indoor Air Quality Really As Good As You Think?

We spend a major portion of our day indoors. It is often relieving to think that we are away from all the pollution outside and breathing the fresh, conditioned air inside our homes or offices. But is the air inside really that safe? Indoor air quality is an important metric that we often fail to measure. The air inside your home can be polluted too, and it can be as much a risk to your health as the air outside. … Continue reading Is Your Indoor Air Quality Really As Good As You Think?

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How to Clean a Furnace Filter

How to Clean a Furnace Filter

The furnace filter is one part of your HVAC system that needs regular cleaning and occasional replacement too. It undergoes a lot of wear due to the amount of dirt, dust, and particulates that it is exposed to. A dirty filter can not only impact your indoor air quality but also reduce the efficiency of your HVAC unit. This is why it is essential to know how to clean a furnace filter so you can do it yourself and do … Continue reading How to Clean a Furnace Filter

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Do You Know Your Furnace Filters and How They Affect Your Heating System?

Furnace Filters and How They Affect Your Heating System

The kind of furnace filters you use with your HVAC system can play a big role in the efficiency and overall performance of the heating system. All residential heating and cooling systems with a blower need an air filter to trap the dust, pollen, and other particulate pollutants. Without a furnace filter, these particles could accumulate on other parts of your HVAC system, like the blower or ducts, reducing its efficiency. These pollutants also impact indoor air quality. But furnace … Continue reading Do You Know Your Furnace Filters and How They Affect Your Heating System?

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Top 3 Reasons to Schedule an IAQ Appointment

Reasons to Schedule an IAQ Appointment

The air we breathe outside every day is often polluted and full of disease-causing contaminants. So we take relief in the fact that the air inside our homes is at least safe to breathe. But how do you know this is true? What if the air inside your home is also polluted or has disease-causing germs? The only way of finding out if your indoor air is safe and healthy is if you schedule an IAQ appointment. IAQ or Indoor … Continue reading Top 3 Reasons to Schedule an IAQ Appointment

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Can You Run Your Furnace without a Filter? The Answer Should Not Surprise You

Can You Run Your Furnace without a Filter

The air filter in your HVAC system is an annoying attention-seeker, and we all wish we could do without it. Life would be so much easier if you did not have to spend time and money on replacing the air filter every couple of months. But can you run your furnace without a filter? No matter how much we wish for it, the answer is a big NO. There are several reasons to convince you that running your furnace without … Continue reading Can You Run Your Furnace without a Filter? The Answer Should Not Surprise You

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Do I Need a Whole House Humidifier for my St. Louis Home?

Do I Need a Whole House Humidifier

Winters can be fun with all the festivities around Christmas and the cold weather in general, more so if there is snow. But the winter months are also the driest months in St. Louis. The dry air that comes with the winter can be as uncomfortable as the high humidity of the summers. Dryness of the air can cause some health and comfort issues. With all of this cold, dry air, you may find yourself asking every winter – “Do … Continue reading Do I Need a Whole House Humidifier for my St. Louis Home?

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3 Common Indoor Air Pollutants that are Easy to Avoid

Indoor Air Pollutants that are Easy to Avoid

Many Americans spend most of their time indoors- in the office or at home. According to the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), the concentration of indoor air pollutants is 2 to 5 times more than outdoor concentrations. As such, indoor air pollutants cam be more dangerous than outdoor ones. While indoor air pollutants can cause a range of serious health problems, the good news is that you can easily avoid them by following a few simple steps. 3 Key Indoor Air … Continue reading 3 Common Indoor Air Pollutants that are Easy to Avoid

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Fall Allergy Concerns? Learn How Your HVAC System Can Reduce Allergies

Fall Allergy Concerns & Your HVAC

Each year in the U.S., over fifty million people suffer from allergies, which are one of the major causes of chronic illnesses. Allergens are present in dust, pollen, and mold. Seasonal allergies caused by sensitivity to dust mites, pollens, or airborne mold spores, tend to get worse in fall, winter, and spring. A well-maintained HVAC system improves air quality, prevents the accumulation of allergens, reduces fall allergy concerns, and enhances the level of comfort inside your home. Read on to … Continue reading Fall Allergy Concerns? Learn How Your HVAC System Can Reduce Allergies

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What Type of Air Purifier is Right for Your Home?

What Type of Air Purifier is Right for Your Home?

The type of air purifier you choose for your building can determine how comfortable and safe the property will be for residents and visitors. But with so many choices available in the market today, the choice of the type of air purifier can definitely be confusing. Read on to learn more about the different types of air purifiers and which is right for you. For help purchasing and installing your air purifier in St. Louis, contact the heating and air … Continue reading What Type of Air Purifier is Right for Your Home?

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Why You Should Care About Indoor Air Quality at Home

Why You Should Care About Indoor Air Quality at Home

When we talk of air quality, the general perception is that all the pollution is only outside your door. We feel invincible when we are inside our homes, don’t we? Like no pollution or contaminants can touch us indoors. But sadly, that is far from the truth. The same air that is outside, flows into your home as well. To add to it, other factors contribute to indoor air quality at home, such as humidity, pets, cleaning chemicals, and more. … Continue reading Why You Should Care About Indoor Air Quality at Home

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