Many people have serious problems with asthma and allergies, especially during the fall. If this has been an issue in your Missouri or Kansas home, you should consider investing in an air purification system. An efficiently operating air-purification system will remove dust, mold, pet dander, pollen and other pollutants in your air – and do a lot better job of …
Make Sure Your Air Filter Measures Up To These Ratings
When it’s time to replace the air filter in your HVAC system, you’ll want to choose a filter that will do the best job possible at keeping the air you breathe clean and comfortable. We have mentioned the importance of looking at MERV ratings when selecting filters, but there are several other types of filter ratings that you need to consider in order to …
5 Ways To Control Summer And Fall Allergies
Summer and fall allergy season can be unbearable to live with. From dust to pollen to pet dander, the air is full of contaminants. And while there’s little you can do about it outdoors, indoors you have better control over the allergens in the air. Here are five steps you can take to reduce allergies in your home and improve your overall indoor …
Your Ceiling Fans And Air Conditioner: Together, They’ll Serve You Better
When your air conditioner’s doing a good job cooling your home, it may seem like a waste of energy to leave your ceiling fan on. In reality, though, running your ceiling fan with your air conditioner makes the A/C’s job easier, saving you energy and money.
Avoiding Mold Growth In Your Air Conditioner Drip Pan: 3 Tips
An important part of owning a home is to make sure that it’s a healthy, clean environment for you and your family. One thing that can threaten your health in your home is the growth of mold. This is particularly significant for those who already have allergy or respiratory problems. Mold can only grow in moist environments, such as can …
Key Elements Of A Well-Planned Zoning System
A zoned heating and cooling system can help you save energy, make your house more comfortable and permanently end the “battle of the thermostat.” Before installing a zoning system, though, you need to put some work into planning and designing a system that will best fit your needs.
Radiant Barriers Help Beat Back The Heat And Humidity From Your Attic
As the temperature rises outside, homeowners in the Greater Kansas City area are seeing the familiar increase in their utility bills that goes along with increased air conditioner usage. If you are beginning to dread the arrival of your utility bill or find yourself turning up the thermostat and sweating it out to save money, you’ve probably wondered if there …
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.