Ultraviolet (UV) light is most famous for causing suntans (or sunburns). But there is another, much healthier use for UV light that has been getting more and more attention.
Donald P. Dick Air Conditioning Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Indoor Air Quality’
How Would UV Lights Benefit Your Household Air?
Tuesday, May 15th, 2012Professional Duct Sealing Can Save You Significant Enegy Dollars
Thursday, April 5th, 2012
Do you have forced heating and cooling in your home? If so, you rely on a network of ducts to distribute air to every room in your home. Until you have professional duct sealing done, your ductwork may be leaky and inefficient, resulting in higher energy bills and a less comfortable interior. Here are the primary benefits of professional duct sealing that you will enjoy immediately after having this service completed:
Addressing Indoor Air Quality With An Attached Garage
Tuesday, March 6th, 2012Your home’s attached garage gives you a convenient place to store your vehicle along with various tools, fuels, solvents and other chemicals. Your attached garage may seem completely separate from your house, but dirty air can be drawn into your home and negatively impact indoor air quality. For this reason, you need to understand the different pollutants being generated in your garage, how they get into your home, and how to stop this from happening.
Three Ventilation Strategies That Can Enhance The Quality Of Your Indoor Air
Tuesday, January 31st, 2012In order to prevent the accumulation of air pollutants, moisture and odors inside your air-tight, energy-efficient home, it’s important to follow a good ventilation strategy. Without one, pollutants such as radon and formaldehyde can accumulate and cause health problems, while high humidity levels generated by excess moisture can lead to mold growth and structural damage to your home. Here are a few strategies you can follow to help prevent this.
The Basics of Indoor Air Quality
Thursday, December 8th, 2011
Poor indoor air quality is usually the result of a number of factors. From common particulates such as dust, pollen and pet dander, to more organic threats such as mold and bacteria, any number of variables can compromise the quality of your indoor air. In fact, even products you consider harmless, such as personal hygiene products, may be having a negative impact on your day-to-day life.
When Your Furnace Starts To Struggle, Consider Reducing Your Heating Load
Tuesday, November 8th, 2011The signs of a struggling furnace are usually obvious: strange noises, uneven levels of heating in the various rooms in your home, and rising energy bills. If your budget is too tight to replace your furnace right now and you need your current unit to make it through the winter, several strategies are available to keep your heating costs under control and improve your furnace efficiency. The most effective of these revolve around reducing your home heating load.
Getting Tired Of Being Indoors? Change Your Indoor Air With Ventilation
Thursday, August 18th, 2011If you live in the Fresno area, you’re probably spending a lot of time indoors during the summer months and understand the difference between a home with good ventilation and one without. Having a properly ventilated home doesn’t just make the air in your home feel better, it’s safer for you to breath and helps avoid serious health problems.
Curb 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.