Carbon-Monoxide Detectors Protect Your Family Year-Round

Carbon monoxide (CO), a silent killer, is the leading cause of accidental poisoning deaths in the United States. In fact, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, carbon monoxide kills approximately 170 people in the nation every year. This odorless, colorless and potentially lethal gas is indeed dangerous. However, the installation of a carbon-monoxide detector can help save the …

Routine Filter Maintenance Is Especially Important During The Dog Days Of Summer

No one looks forward to the dog days of summer, when the heat and humidity join forces to make it nearly intolerable to be outdoors. Seeking refuge indoors for those few months can help, but did you know that often, your home’s indoor air quality can cause health issues for you and your loved ones? However, if you perform routine …

Designing An Efficient Duct System — Five Factors That Your HVAC Contractor Will Consider

Inefficient duct design is a problem that compromises your home comfort, and can decrease your home’s heating and cooling efficiency by as much as 20 percent annually. Therefore, if you’re building a new home, you should work closely with your HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) contractor during the process of designing an efficient duct system.

What Can Duct Sealing Do? Improve Efficiency, Air Quality And Comfort

In many homes, air ducts are located out of sight and, therefore, out of homeowners’ minds. But if you suspect that your heating and cooling system is working less efficiently than it should, leaky ductwork could be to blame. Scheduling an appointment to have your ducts inspected and sealed offers three distinct benefits.

Don’t Suffer Summer Allergies, Reduce Symptoms With These Tips

Summer allergies can put a damper on your outdoor fun, and even cause problems for you or your loved ones when you head inside, depending on the quality of your indoor air. However, while you can’t control the pollutants outside your home, you can alleviate some symptoms of summer allergies by regularly maintaining your air conditioner and ensuring that your …

Sealing Household Air Leaks Can Put A Significant Dent In Your Energy Costs

When your costly conditioned air leaks out of your home, or the hot summer air (or cold winter air) seeps in, it can add substantially to your cooling and heating costs. Fortunately, sealing household air leaks is a project that typically doesn’t require a HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) professional. In fact, you probably can do it yourself, rather inexpensively, …