If you’re trying to cut heating and cooling costs, one of the first things you should consider doing is sealing your ducts. According to the Department of Energy, 75 percent of homes in the U.S. are affected by leaky ductwork. If your home falls into this group, you could be losing a great deal in annual energy costs.
Donald P. Dick Air Conditioning Blog: Archive for the ‘IAQ – Indoor Air Quality’ Category
Duct Sealing Is Essential To Energy Efficiency
Wednesday, May 18th, 2011Curb Spring Allergies With Better Indoor Air Quality
Monday, May 2nd, 2011With spring comes a host of molds, pollens and airborne viruses. When these get indoors, they can be a nightmare for someone with allergies. The EPA has put together a guide on problems associated with poor indoor air quality. In most homes, the indoor air quality is worse than the air outdoors. There are a host of solutions, though. Many air cleaners on the market that can make a world of difference in your home’s air quality.
Choosing an Electronic Air Cleaner
Wednesday, April 27th, 2011The EPA believes that indoor air quality ranks as one of the top five environmental health risks because of the countless particles that can get trapped inside of a house. These particles then float around, just waiting to cause health problems like headaches, sore throats and asthma.