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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

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

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

Why You Need to Understand Dirty Sock Syndrome

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 Jacksonville home, not just in your laundry basket. Keep reading to learn more about this condition and what you can do to make