Indoor Air Quality Understanding Ventilation Systems Air Pathways and Indoor Air Quality February 12, 2010 by admin | Leave a Comment Air pathways are a key component of indoor air quality. Understanding and improving air pathways will greatly improve your indoor air quality. Understanding Air Pathways Air flow is created by pressure differentials. Air flow always flows from higher relative pressure to lower relative pressure. Air will flow through any available opening (pathway) in an attempt […] Read more » Air Duct Cleaning Air Ducts Air Pathways Air Quality HVAC Maintenance Indoor Air Quality Ventilation
Indoor Air Quality Understanding Ventilation Systems Improve Indoor Air Quality by Understanding Air Pressurization February 11, 2010 by admin Several factors contribute to poor indoor air quality that can be easily controlled. Air pressurization greatly affects the indoor air quality of a home or building. Pressurization Air flow is created by pressure differentials. Air flow always flows from higher relative pressure to lower relative pressure. If more air is supplied to a room than […] Read more » Air Ducts Air Leak Air Pressurization Air Quality Building Pressurization Energy Audit HVAC Indoor Air Quality Ventilation
Air Duct Cleaning Allergies & Asthma Understanding Ventilation Systems 10 Tips to Lowering Dust Within Your Home February 5, 2010 by admin | Leave a Comment While you will never be able to completely rid your home of dust. Here are 10 great tips to reduce the amount of dust and other allergy-aggravating particles from your home. Establish a Regular Cleaning Schedule When there are long periods of time between cleanings it makes the work much harder. Develop a routine cleaning […] Read more » Allergies Asthma Cleaning Dust
Air Conditioning Heating Understanding Ventilation Systems Types of Air Ducts January 29, 2010 by admin Air ducts are used to distribute air through out a building, or to exhaust air outside of a building. The most common are: sheet metal, fiberglass lined, fiberboard, and flex-line air ducts. Sheet Metal Air Ducts The most common type of ridged air duct is constructed of galvanized steel or aluminum. They may be round, […] Read more » Fiberboard Air Ducts Fiberglass Air Ducts Flexible Air Ducts Flexline Air Ducts Insulated Air Ducts Sheet Metal Air Ducts
Understanding Ventilation Systems Care for Your Air Conditioning System January 25, 2010 by admin Air conditioning units require regular maintenance to keep them working at an optimal level. Follow these guidelines to ensure your air conditioner is working efficiently. Conduct Regular Maintenance Hire a professional HVAC person to regularly inspect your air conditioning system. Make any necessary repairs in a timely manner. The longer you put off repairs, the […] Read more » Air Conditioning Air Duct Cleaning Indoor Air Quality maintenance
Air Duct Cleaning Understanding Ventilation Systems Is It Time For You Have The Air Ducts in Your Home Cleaned? January 20, 2010 by admin You may have heard about having your air ducts cleaned, but how do you know if you need to? Here are a few tips to help you decide if the time is right for you to clean you air ducts. Ask Your HVAC Maintenance Technician The next time you have your heating or air conditioning […] Read more » Air Duct Cleaning Dust HVAC Maintenance Mold
Understanding Ventilation Systems Dirty Air Ducts Can Be a Fire Hazard January 7, 2010 by admin All dust can be a fire hazard and regular household dust is no exception. Help keep your home safe by cleaning air ducts and preventing an accumulation of dust. How is Dust Dangerous? Accumulated dust can pose a fire hazard, as all dust is flammable. Ignition of dust can happen in two ways, by a […] Read more » Air Duct Cleaning Fire Hazards Indoor Air Quality Safety
Allergies & Asthma Understanding Ventilation Systems Pet Dander Can Affect Your Air Quality January 7, 2010 by admin Pet Dander is one of those microscopic particles found in many homes that can cause allergic reactions and trigger asthma. Here is some more information about pet dander and what you can do to reduce the amount of it in your home. What is Pet Dander? Pet dander is not animal hair; it is the […] Read more » Air Duct Cleaning Allergies Asthma Cat Dander Dog Dander Indoor Air Quality Pet Dander
Understanding Ventilation Systems 5 Tips to Keep You Furnace Efficient January 6, 2010 by admin To keep your heating bills low, you need to keep your furnace running efficiently. Here are 5 tips to keep your furnace working at peak performance. Before Winter, Have Furnace Inspected Before the first use, have the have the furnace inspected by a professional HVAC contractor. The furnace contractor will inspect the furnace to make […] Read more » Air Duct Cleaning Furnace Furnace Cleaning Indoor Air Quality maintenance
Understanding Ventilation Systems Easy Tips to Keep Your Ducts Clean January 3, 2010 by admin Keeping air ducts clean can help keep indoor air quality healthy. Follow these simple tips to reduce dust and other build up in your air ducts. Change Furnace Filters Routine air filter maintenance is the most effective means of keeping your air ducts clean. Proper selection, routine exchange, and the proper fit of you furnace […] Read more » Air Duct Cleaning Health Indoor Air Quality maintenance
