Many people have their own brand of smell in their homes. Unfortunately, many people do not always notice when the smell becomes unpleasant due to various sources. People do not notice the uncomfortable smell initially, perhaps when they leave for several hours and come home, but visitors tend to notice right away. Odors can stem…
Proper air duct maintenance can help manage dust and dirt, significantly reduce the allergens in the air, and keep your family healthy according to date gathered by the Environmental Protection Agency. There are a whole host of both environmental and health risks associated with the indoor air pollution that can even be fatal in severe…
When the air in your home is dirty it’s not just from what the outside air brings in through the windows and doors. The air in your home becomes dirty from the dirt, airborne activity and debris that builds up daily, monthly and even annually. The buildup occurs in air ducts, on air filters and…
Especially as it relates to the health and comfort of building occupants, the indoor air quality, or sometimes referenced as IAQ, indicates the air quality within and around buildings and structures. To help reduce your risk of indoor health concerns, understanding and managing common pollutants indoors is essential. Soon after exposure or, possibly, even years…
Ask any adult what their greatest possession is and you are bound to hear their family and their home on the list of things that they prize. When you have a home and family to take care of you try to do everything that you can to make sure that both your family members and…
There is probably not anyone out there that would tell you their goal is to make their home as dirty as possible. To be able to enjoy your house there has to be some level of cleanliness. Even though you may be trying to do things each and every day that will help your home…
When bad odors are in the home, it is typically a sign of bad air quality. Odors are caused by chemical compounds which often comes from bacteria in the air. Many people will attempt to mask the odor with incense, oils, and candles. However, as they produce a strong aroma that will cover the bad…
There are literally thousands of different things that a person can be allergic to. When you begin having symptoms of allergies it may take you some time to determine what exactly is going on. Many times the symptoms of allergies are so similar to other medical conditions that doctor’s misdiagnose their patients. When the prescribed…
We are finding new ways of doing things as technology marches forward giving us options we never dreamed of. Some of these innovations affect our lives in many ways, one is airborne pathogens. Following are some facts on the many diseases that live in the air: • Cold and flu viruses are airborne. o Influenza…
In recent years, indoor air quality has become a concern. As a result, from air filters, to HVAC filtration improvements, and even to the service of duct cleaning itself, homeowners and businesses alike are overwhelmed with an increase in services and products tuned to improving the overall quality of the air we breathe indoors. Specializing…
