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A kitchen remodel is a perfect opportunity to install or upgrade kitchen ventilation. Why do you need kitchen ventilation? So many reasons — from preventing mold and mildew, to lowering your home’s overall humidity so you don’t feel so warm and have to crank down the air conditioner. Also, a kitchen vent system helps remove odors and smoke from cooking so you have better indoor air quality. Installing kitchen ventilation is a plus, not only for your comfort, but […]
Cold weather may still be a few months away, but it’s not too early to start getting your heating system ready for the cooler season. Here are some tips you can use for effective HVAC winter prep: Change the air filters It’s always a good idea to start a new season with fresh, clean air filters in your HVAC system. Filters improve indoor air quality by trapping and holding particles of dust, pollen, fibers, and other material. If your air […]
A lot can happen inside the ductwork of an HVAC system during an average summer. If your HVAC ducts haven’t been used as part of your indoor cooling system, they might be dirtier than you expect, and contaminated with material that could reduce your indoor air quality or even make you and your family ill. Take the following factors into consideration when deciding whether to have a duct cleaning performed after summer. What Can Happen to Ducts? If your HVAC […]
Now that fall has arrived and you’re closing up your home against cooler outdoor temperatures, your indoor air quality can quickly decline. Filtering your air is an option worth considering, especially if anyone in the family suffers with allergies, asthma or other breathing conditions. Here’s a roundup of the best air filters from trusted, industry-leading brands: Aprilaire Filters Aprilaire pleated media filters are designed to provide effective whole-home filtration when installed in an HVAC-integrated air cleaner. They’re available ranging from […]