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If your home has air leaks, sealing them will prevent unnecessarily high energy bills, increase the durability of your home and enhance indoor air quality. When doing so, don’t forget your attic hatch — a primary contributor to energy losses. It’s important to seal air leaks because they force HVAC equipment to overcompensate, and utility bills to grow. In addition, pollutants in outdoor air can seep inside your home and compromise air quality. Also, when moisture gains access to your […]
Controlling indoor dust is an important part of maintaining a clean, healthy living environment. Countless studies have shown a link between airborne dust particles and respiratory problems such as allergies, asthma and colds. Try using the following tips to reduce or eliminate indoor dust for a cleaner, healthier home: Leave dirt at the door: Any dirt that is tracked in by your shoes or boots can easily be kicked up into the air by everyday foot traffic. You can avoid this […]
Homeowners tend to neglect their home’s ductwork, particularly when their HVAC system is running smoothly. Over time, however, dust and dirt can build up in an A/C unit, and if it’s left for long, significant issues can develop with the ducts. A licensed HVAC technician can make a simple visual inspection to determine whether or not your home could benefit from duct cleaning. Large deposits of dust and contaminates may contribute to allergens within the household, and though not a proven […]