August 26, 2014
When you think of air pollution you probably picture vehicle exhaust and smoke stacks, but indoor air can be far more polluted than outside. In fact, indoor air pollution has been named one of the world’s greater public health risks.
August 21, 2014
How often do you think about the air quality inside your home? If you’re prone to allergies, it’s likely that indoor air quality is top of mind (or should be, at least).
July 31, 2014
Summer is a time of vibrant colors in Mother Nature: blooming flowers, tall grasses, and trees of glossy leaves. But all of this plant activity can lead to increased airborne allergens, such as pollen, ragweed and dust. The EPA estimates that Americans spend $21 billion for the treatment of allergies each year. Fortunately, with a few easy precautions, …
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May 15, 2014
You can end up losing a good bit of money through air leaks in and out of your home. Your heating and cooling systems subsequently have to work a lot harder to achieve the temperature levels at which you feel most comfortable.
May 13, 2014
While tightly insulated homes increase energy efficiency, they also have the downside of effectively trapping pollution, creating indoor air pollution levels often far higher than outdoor air.
March 25, 2014
Take a quick look around and you’ll find a number of products available that are designed to help you improve your home’s indoor air quality. One of the most effective of these are UV lights, which you may not even be aware of. With proper installation and scheduled changing on the bulbs, these lights can …
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February 25, 2014
If you have a nagging cough, constant allergies or your home is always dusty, poor indoor air quality may be the culprit. Modern homes are made to be airtight to save energy on heating and cooling, but this allows dust particles and other pollutants to build up in your home. Here are five ways to …
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December 3, 2013
Contemporary energy-efficient homes are wrapped, insulated and sealed so completely that a ventilation system is necessary. When your windows and doors are closed, almost no outside air can enter the home without mechanical help, and fresh air is necessary in order to maintain the air quality in your home.
November 28, 2013
Mold is far from unfamiliar to us here in Central Florida. We see it everywhere that decaying organic matter exists. Even if we seldom take walks alongside the many rivers and lakes, it’s there in the drainage ditches and retention ponds that are part of our everyday landscape. For us, mold can be tough to …
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November 5, 2013
Growing houseplants can help you have cleaner indoor air. A study by NASA has found that several common varieties of plants can help improve the quality of air in your home.
