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How You Can Be Affected by Indoor Humidity

How You Can Be Affected by Indoor Humidity

September 6, 2016

Humidity is familiar to all residents of Orlando, but did you know that it can have effects on your health and your home’s integrity? Whether your indoor air is too damp or too dry, it might be affecting you more than you know. Here are some of the effects of mismanaged humidity, and how you …

Controlling the “Feels Like” Temperature in Your Home

Controlling the “Feels Like” Temperature in Your Home

May 26, 2016

Does your home often feel too chilly or warm when you’re running the HVAC system, but when you check the thermostat reading, it’s displaying what should be a comfortable temperature? The discrepancy you’re experiencing between the actual and “feels like” temperature is most likely due to high humidity and while it’s frustrating, it’s not uncommon …

Improve Comfort by Installing a Dehumidifier

Improve Comfort by Installing a Dehumidifier

December 10, 2015

Orlando’s humidity levels are above 50 percent for the majority of the year, well above the ideal range of 30 to 50 percent. Staying cool in this muggy air requires using a dehumidifier along with air conditioner. Here are some reasons to choose a whole-house dehumidifier for your home:

How Can You Tell If Your Home Has a Humidity Problem?

How Can You Tell If Your Home Has a Humidity Problem?

October 15, 2015

Indoor humidity levels affect air quality, and too much or too little moisture in the air can also affect items within the home and the home’s structure itself. To protect your home, as well as your health, you should keep humidity balanced and under control. Here are ways to determine if you have a home-humidity …

How Should I Set the Thermostat: Fan On or Auto?

How Should I Set the Thermostat: Fan On or Auto?

July 16, 2015

Setting the thermostat to start the air conditioner or furnace is easy. You choose either “cool” or “heat,” and adjust the temperature setting. If you’re unsure about how to use the “on” and “auto” fan settings, the following information can help.

Here’s How to Reduce Humidity in Your Florida Home This Summer

Here’s How to Reduce Humidity in Your Florida Home This Summer

July 14, 2015

Besides making a hot summer day feel even worse, high humidity in your Florida home can lead to mold growth, water damage and insect infestations. There are many things you can do around your home to reduce humidity and create a comfortable and healthy environment. Following are some ways to get started. 

Can Issues Within Your Ducts Contribute to Poor Indoor Air Quality?

Can Issues Within Your Ducts Contribute to Poor Indoor Air Quality?

July 2, 2015

Rattling and clamoring noises from air vents are telltale signs of duct problems. Not only is that noise costing you energy dollars and contributing to discomforts in the home, duct problems contribute in a significant way to poor indoor air quality (IAQ). Following are a few examples.

Top Benefits of Installing an Energy Recovery Ventilator in Your Home

Top Benefits of Installing an Energy Recovery Ventilator in Your Home

April 9, 2015

As pleasant as Orlando is, the summer heat and humidity can get a little oppressive if you don’t take steps to manage your home’s indoor climate. Installing an energy recovery ventilator (ERV) is one of the most effective steps you can take to keep your home comfortable. With one of these systems, you’ll enjoy:

Sizing a Dehumidifier for Your Orlando Home

Sizing a Dehumidifier for Your Orlando Home

April 17, 2014

When humidity takes over your Orlando home, it threatens the comfortableness and health of your indoor air quality. Too much moisture in your home increases the chance of fungal growth, aggravates allergy symptoms, stains walls and ceilings, causes musty odors to develop and if not corrected, leads to long-term damage to your home and furnishings. …

Exhaust Fans Help You Get Rid of Stale Air and Unwanted Humidity

Exhaust Fans Help You Get Rid of Stale Air and Unwanted Humidity

April 1, 2014

Modern homes are virtually airtight, which is good for your energy bills, but can be a problem for your indoor air quality, because moisture and stale air circulate through your home. An exhaust fan draws out stale air containing impurities and moisture and brings in fresh air. This improves air quality and lowers your home’s …