Did you know the average person spends about 90% of their time inside? Most people are aware of and concerned about outdoor air pollution, but many don’t realize that indoor air quality is just as (if not more) important. According to results from an EPA study on air pollution, “Indoor levels … [Read more...]
How Winter Dryness is Affecting Your Indoor Air Quality
Since we’re smack dab in the middle of cold and flu season, it’s important to know how your home’s humidity can play a role in spreading sickness. During the winter months, the humidity in your home is generally very low because the warm air blowing from your furnace does not hold moisture as well … [Read more...]
Central Air Purifiers: What They Do and Why You Need One
Home air quality is a topic that Americans are becoming more aware of and concerned about. If indoor air is not continually flowing and properly ventilated, your home can become a toxic or unhealthy environment. A lot of different pollutants can be circulating in the air, from dust mites to bacteria … [Read more...]
How Pets Can Affect Indoor Air Quality
The feeling of coming home to a wagging tail or gently rub on your legs after a long day makes having a pet worthwhile for so many people. Although they bring great companionship, pets can also bring dirt, hair and dander into your home, which can negatively affect your indoor air … [Read more...]
Do I Need a Humidifier or a Dehumidifier?
Maintaining the right level of humidity in your home can be a challenge, especially in the middle of a Houston summer. Throughout the year, depending on how dry or humid the air is, you may need the help of a humidifier or dehumidifier. How do you decide which one you need?A humidifier adds … [Read more...]
When HVAC Technicians Say “MERV,” We Don’t Mean the TV Show
Although an air filter is a common need for homes in Houston, choosing the right filter can present a bit of a challenge. It is important to recognize that there are different ratings for filters based on the use of the MERV scale. Although this might bring TV celebrity Merv Griffin to mind, MERV … [Read more...]
Allergies, Air Conditioning and Your Home
Spring is here, flowers are blooming, and the days are getting warmer. However, for many people spring signals the start of allergy season. But what many people do not know is that their central air conditioning can actually aggravate their allergies. Typically, air conditioning units operate in … [Read more...]
3 Quick and Easy Ways to Improve Indoor Air Quality
Are you stuffy and sneezy in your own home? Does the dust just seem to pile up despite your best cleaning efforts? If you're suffering from dirty indoor air, the good news is that there are some relatively inexpensive and easy changes you can make. Here are three tips from the residential AC … [Read more...]
3 Good Reasons Why a Central Air Purifier May Be Right for Texas Homeowners
It's always good to get outdoors and breathe in the fresh air. But let's be honest, most of us spend a majority of our time inside. And when allergy season hits, you want to spend as little time out in the pollen as possible. Unfortunately, the air indoors typically isn't much better for you … [Read more...]
4 Reasons Why Changing Your Home Air Filter Matters
If your AC system is working as it should, it has kept you nice and cool for these last several months—an undeniably difficult task here in Southeast Texas. And while there are still a few more months of extra hot and humid weather ahead, one way you can reward your cooling system (and yourself) for … [Read more...]