Donald P. Dick Air Conditioning Blog: Archive for the ‘IAQ – Indoor Air Quality’ Category

At What Point Should I Consider Whole-House Dehumidification?

Monday, May 18th, 2015

With all that can go wrong with the quality of the air in one’s home, the pursuit of great indoor air quality  may seem rightly daunting. The good news is that, by working with the IAQ specialists on our staff, you can overcome the specific air quality issues which plague your comfort and put your health — and even the condition of your property — at risk. One of the most common problems that homeowners experience is the presence of excessive moisture in the air filling their homes.

In such events, the use of a whole-house dehumidifier is strongly encouraged. Determining if such a system is right for you can be tricky, though. Call Donald P. Dick Air Conditioning if you suspect that you may benefit from the use of a dehumidifier in Fresno, CA.

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5 Ways to Improve Indoor Air Quality and Keep Dust at Bay

Tuesday, May 12th, 2015

5 Ways to Improve Indoor Air Quality and Keep Dust at BayIt’s impossible to completely eliminate all the dust in your home, but you can definitely keep it at bay. If you have dust allergies or just want to improve indoor air quality, try these tips to keep dust to a minimum.

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It’s Time to Inspect Your Home’s Attic Ventilation

Tuesday, April 14th, 2015

It's Time to Inspect Your Home's Attic VentilationWhether they’re crawlspaces, storage spaces or fitted as lofts, attics don’t exactly have a reputation for comfort. Part of this is because they tend to be hot, stuffy, humid and poorly ventilated. Between indoor heat rising and solar heat hitting the roof and radiating downward, attics can rise to high temperatures. Often they’re not air-conditioned, which makes them a pocket of heat inside your home’s thermal envelope. That’s why home attic ventilation can be so helpful.

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Breathe Easy: Simple Ways to Achieve a Healthy Home

Tuesday, March 24th, 2015

Breathe Easy: Simple Ways to Achieve a Healthy HomeDid you know that the average person spends approximately 90 percent of their time indoors? This is a surprising statistic that has plenty of ramifications for your home, especially if your indoor air quality isn’t up to snuff. Good indoor air quality is the hallmark of a healthy home.

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5 Surprising Indoor Allergy Triggers in Your Home

Thursday, March 5th, 2015

5 Surprising Indoor Allergy Triggers in Your Fresno HomeIf you have allergies, you know how important – and how difficult – it can be to find relief in your own home. Unfortunately, indoor environments can concentrate air pollution, especially if they don’t have a working ventilation system.

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Important Ways to Protect Your Family From Radon Poisoning

Tuesday, February 3rd, 2015

Important Ways to Protect Your Family From Radon PoisoningCarbon monoxide (CO) and radon are two of the most dangerous indoor gases. While CO poisoning has immediate effects, it may take years for full-blown symptoms of radon poisoning to develop. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., so doing what you can to mitigate its concentration can help you avoid exposure hazards.

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5 Surprising Sources of Indoor Air Pollution

Tuesday, January 13th, 2015

5 Surprising Sources of Indoor Air PollutionIndoor air pollution can be a serious problem for homeowners, especially for those with young children. Knowing some of the most common sources of indoor air pollution, as well as regularly changing your air filter, can help improve indoor air quality. Some other things to look out for include:

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Learn About VOCs and How They Hurt Your Indoor Air Quality

Thursday, December 4th, 2014

Learn About VOCs and How They Hurt Your Indoor Air QualityWith cooler weather approaching, it’s important to think about the quality of your indoor air. Your indoor air can be many times more toxic than the air we breathe outside. This is partly because of chemicals that are emitted from materials such as paint or lacquer, solvent, home cleaning solutions, and even foam padding under our carpets. These are known as VOCs or “volatile organic compounds.” VOCs may be defined as gases or particles released by carbon-based materials in your home. A good ventilation system should work to remove these chemical irritants from your house, and it should also pull fresh air inside. This dilutes the concentration of these gases, making the indoor air healthier to breathe. VOCs can came from:

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Dust Mites Could Be One of the Allergy-Causing Culprits in Your Home

Tuesday, November 11th, 2014

Dust Mites Could Be One of the Allergy-Causing Culprits in Your HomeOne morning you wake up and your nose is runny, you’re sneezing and itchy, and you’re having breathing difficulties. At first you might think you’ve just picked up a virus or common allergy, but you could be suffering from a dust-mite allergy. Every home has dust mites, and they can cause a variety of health problems for people who are sensitive to them. Here are some facts about dust mites and how to reduce their presence in your home. 

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Clean Your Ducts, Improve Home Air Quality

Thursday, October 16th, 2014

Clean Your Ducts, Improve Home Air QualityWith Fresno being California’s largest inland city, it’s little surprise that residents generate a substantial amount of air pollution every day. While individual contributions to improving the outdoor environment may seem minimal, contracting a professional to clean your ducts at home can noticeably improve indoor air quality.

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