With cooler days and chilly nights upon us, people are turning off the air conditioner and turning on the heat. Many do so without giving thought to the buildup of muck and grime inside their furnace’s air duct system—until that burning smell permeates the air. Suddenly the poor air quality infiltrating your carpets, drapes, upholstery, even bed linens and your…
As the fall season approaches and we all anticipate a dip in temperatures, we generally also anticipate snuggling down in our well-insulated homes to ride out the colder months. We envision curling up with a book, a cup of hot chocolate, a throw blanket, and riding out the long dark of winter in peace. Unfortunately for some homeowners, spending a…
Unexpected Indoor Contaminants When we think of indoor air contaminates, we probably would not be surprised to see pet dander, dust, mould, and bacteria turn up on the list, but according to recent studies, home cooking plays a huge role in air contamination. According to the Canada Free Press, a recent study out of China reports that “80% of all air…
Did you just have an annual inspection on your heating/cooling system and the technician said the exchanger needed cleaning? Are you one of those individuals who loves to DIY and save money? Lots of us are! So, you write exchanger cleaning on your list for the weekend. Exchanger DIY cleaning You go to ehow.com and find the steps to clean your exchanger. First,…
If you are like most people, you purchase an appliance, and use it. As long as it is working right, we ignore the appliance. Think about your dryer. You clean the lint trap when needed, but unless there is a problem, why do anything else? Maintain your Dryers Well, our dryers need attention just like our cars. We take our…
The word home is often invested with tender images of love, warmth, family, and kinship. Because of these associations, the concept of home has inspired such phrases as “Home is where the heart is,” and “Be it ever so humble, there’s no place like home.” Air Quality Concern for your Home Unfortunately, however, some people unwittingly live in homes that are quite literally making…
Imagine that you are standing in the middle of the forest. Crisp, clean air floods into your lungs, and you feel refreshed and rejuvenated. Having Air Quality in Your Home Now, imagine that you are caught in a dust storm. Rather than your body experiencing the benefits of fresh, clean air, your lungs are pummelled with dust and debris.…