How to Enjoy Fresh Air Indoors Year-Round
When the seasons change, you may notice the air in your house shift, too. Indoor air quality, or IAQ, tends to reflect the current climate, whether it’s hot and humid, dry, or full of seasonal allergens. This can lead to chronic discomfort, especially if you or a family member has asthma or allergies. The good […]
Pros and Cons of Installing AC in Your Home
Air conditioning not only protects you from the heat of summer but also controls the humidity in your home. However, if you don’t have a central AC in your home, you may wonder if installation is worth it. Find out more about some of the pros and cons of AC installation so you can make […]
Achieve Healthy Indoor Air as a Holiday Gift
As we head indoors more to escape the winter chill, indoor air quality becomes a priority. If you’re looking to give a holiday gift that will help someone achieve clean indoor air, there are some great options to consider. Whether you invest in an air purifier or houseplants, helping someone improve their indoor air shows […]
How Improving Indoor Air Quality Saves You Money
When it comes to saving money on home expenses, cutting utility costs and being more energy efficient is usually the way to go. What some homeowners may not know, however, is how improving indoor air quality can save them money. From reducing medical expenses to lowering energy bills, here’s why improving your indoor air quality […]
Is Your Indoor Air Quality Making You Sick?
Most people check the daily air quality outdoors to ensure they can safely engage in their planned activities. But the indoor air quality (IAQ) is equally important. Here’s how to know if the air in your house is causing health problems. Warning Signs of Poor IAQ Many times, poor IAQ causes symptoms similar to those […]
Fall Cleaning Tips to Support Indoor Air Quality
Indoor air quality impacts your health and well-being, making it an important consideration this fall and throughout the year. When you clean your home this fall, you can support your indoor air quality by using some of these helpful tips. Change Your HVAC Filter Change the filter in your HVAC system every 30 to 90 […]
The Connection Between Poor Air Quality and Humidity
Relative humidity (RH) is a percentage expressing the amount of water vapor in the air relative to its temperature. It compares the actual amount of water vapor in the air to the total amount of vapor the air can hold at its current temperature. According to experts, ideal indoor RH is between 30% and 50%. […]
Houseplants Look Nice, but They Don’t Clean Indoor Air That Well
For years, people have thought that houseplants could clean indoor air. All you needed to do to freshen up your house was to add certain plants, depending on the pollutants that you thought were in your home. Unfortunately, it now looks like this is not really the case. The studies that promoted this thinking did […]
Breathe Easier at Home: Smart Tools That Help Clean the Air
If you’ve entered your home and thought that it smelled a little musty, the air seemed dry, or you’ve had to wipe away heavy dust on surfaces, you might have wondered just what is floating around in the air. It’s a common concern among homeowners — especially if anyone in the household struggles with asthma, […]
Hidden Health Risks of Poor Indoor Air Quality
Even though your home is a safe haven, the air inside could be silently dangerous to your health. Most people associate poor indoor air quality with stuffy noses, sneezing and even the occasional headache. However, long-term exposure to poor indoor air quality can negatively affect your heart, lungs and even your mental well-being. Here’s what […]