How a Dehumidifier Can Improve Indoor Air Quality

November 6, 2023

We often tend to assume our homes are cleaner than the outside world. However, this is only sometimes the case regarding indoor air quality. The summers can get hot in Jacksonville, Florida, with humidity levels increasing significantly. This creates the perfect conditions for the growth of mold, mildew, and dander, which can compromise indoor air quality, resulting in health problems. An effective way to deal with the overwhelming humidity and improve indoor air quality is by getting a dehumidifier. It removes moisture from the air, eliminating the conditions needed for the growth of mold and mildew. This

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How Can You Tell if Your Furnace Needs a Humidifier?

December 18, 2022

Modern furnaces do a great job of heating homes. Here in Jacksonville, FL, they help residents get through the cold of winter without running up massive energy bills. They do have some drawbacks, though. One of the biggest among them is that they can make the air in your home quite dry. In an area like ours, where the outdoor relative humidity tends to be high, that’s a bigger deal than you might think. The good news is that the addition of a whole-house humidifier to your furnace can solve the problem. First, however, you’ll need to

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Determining Whether You Need an Air Purifier or a Dehumidifier

February 3, 2022

If you or any member of your family has allergies or asthma, you may have thought of buying a dehumidifier or air purifier. While both are beneficial for getting rid of allergens and pollutants in the house, they go about their work in completely different ways. Before deciding which one to buy, you have should know what makes them different and similar. Then, determine which will best meet your needs. Basic Functions Air purifiers remove allergens and air pollutants by circulating the air through internal filters, which trap the contaminants and pollutants. These contaminants include dust,

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Common Indoor Air Quality Troubles in Autumn

September 6, 2021

Summer is often associated with the worst air pollution of the year, but air quality varies greatly on a regional basis. In fact, many cities in Florida experience their worst air quality indexes in January, and the levels in fall are not far behind. Considering that, let us explore some of the most common indoor air quality issues in autumn and what steps you can take to avoid them or at least mitigate them. Dust Dust is by far the greatest indoor air quality concern in homes, and this is true throughout

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How Do UV Light Indoor Air Quality Products Work?

April 14, 2021

The popularity of indoor air quality solutions continues to gain attention. There are several studies that have highlighted the importance of air quality on people’s health and overall well-being. There are now websites and apps that show the quality of the air in your city, and there are also devices that can show the air quality in your home. As people have become more conscious of indoor air quality, the range of air purifiers and indoor air quality solutions available has increased. One of the technologies used for indoor air quality products is ultraviolet (UV) light,

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Signs of Poor Indoor Air Quality: Keep Your Home Healthy

February 12, 2021

While there’s no denying that you need air to breathe and stay alive, air can also turn out to be very poisonous. Many people have the misconception that staying indoors protects them from air pollution. But that’s not the case all the time because sometimes the outdoor air is safer than the indoor air. The Environmental Protection Agency admits that the indoor spaces are sometimes more polluted than the outdoor areas. But how do you know if the indoor air is not safe for you and your family? Here are some signs of poor indoor air quality

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How To Keep The Air In Your Home Allergen-Free

July 20, 2020

Home is not so much of a refuge if it has allergens. The effects can distract from your daily activities. Plus, it’s a hassle having to constantly keep anti-allergy medication on hand. Here are several things you can do to get fast relief from those bothersome allergens and keep them away for good. What Are Allergens? Allergens are substances that when consumed by eating or inhalation cause allergic reactions in people. They tend to irritate the respiratory system and mucous membranes, causing coughing, sneezing, a runny, stuffy nose and watery, itchy eyes. They can also cause

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Benefits of Dehumidifiers in the Summer

June 20, 2020

Keeping your house’s atmosphere in pristine condition is one of your priorities as a homeowner. In order to do so, you may have been thinking about getting a dehumidifier for a while now. On television, they are depicted as machines that complement appliances such as ceiling fans and air conditioning units. However, you may have heard from friends that dehumidifiers aren’t as great as they seem. The bottom line is, you want to reduce humidity in your home for the sake of you and your family. Dehumidifiers are helpful devices that can help you achieve a

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What is the Ideal Indoor Humidity?

April 12, 2020

How to Know the Ideal Humidity for Your Home When discussing the climate and HVAC demands of a home or office, most people focus on only the temperature. However, knowing the temperature of an environment only tells you one aspect of the story. Compared to temperature, humidity is arguably an even more crucial measurement of the comfort and stability of a space. Of course, to make sure you have the correct humidity in your home, you have to know what level you are aiming for. Luckily, achieving the perfect humidity level can be an easy process once

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Dirty Sock Syndrome & Why Your AC Smells

March 21, 2020

If you’ve ever left sweaty socks or other clothes in the laundry for too long, you’ve probably been surprised at just how quickly they take on a strong scent of mildew. Given that moisture and bacteria are already in place for the mold spores to begin to grow, it’s no surprise that your socks end up this way.What may surprise you, however, is that you can experience this smell all throughout your Florida home, not just in your laundry basket. Keep reading to learn more about this condition and what you can do to make it better.

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