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Air Quality

Importance of Sealed Air Ducts

The body’s vascular system ensures the proper flow of blood through your body. Air ducts have a similar function for your house, as they ensure the proper flow of air. Insufficiently sealed air ducts result in a loss of heated or cooled air and inevitable high energy bills. A leaking duct in the attic can cost you hundreds of dollars a year. You can seal smaller leaks on your own by using duct mastic tape. But be aware of their …
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Air Cleaners vs Air Purifiers

Air purifiers are used to destroy contaminants associated with asthma, allergies and respiratory infections. They can eliminate bacteria, viruses, mold, odors and other harmful contaminants. Air cleaners on the other hand, filter particles and contaminants out of your air conditioner. Air cleaners will keep your home clean by removing pollen, pet dander or farm dust. For more information on Air Cleaners vs Air Purifiers visit: http://yourhome.honeywell.com/home/Products/Air+Cleaning/ and contact Doug’s to help you determine which is right for you! …
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Change your filter, save money!

Changing your filter is probably one of the easiest things you can do to maximize the life span of your furnace. By replacing your furnace air filter monthly, it doesn’t have to work as hard. When the furnace filter is dirty, it uses way more energy, thus you’ll see a spike in your energy bill. In colder weather, we spend more time inside giving the air filters their most use. Pet hair, dander, smoke, and allergens stay in the home. …
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High humidity doesn't just cramp your sense of style, it can be a vacation "hot spot" for unwanted guests

It’s that time of year when we start to enjoy the change over from spring to summer. However; with those changes comes higher humidity. These excessive humid conditions can cause mold and mildew to grow inside homes and businesses, both of which pose many potential health risks. These same humid moisture-saturated conditions lead to an uncomfortable atmosphere for your visitors, customers, and even you. In reverse; these conditions are a welcomed vacation zone for many unwelcome pests such as moths, …
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Did You Know?

Did you know the air inside your home can be between two and six times worse than outside air? This can be helped with an UV germicidal lamp. Although your allergies won’t disappear, UV lamps can improve the quality of air indoors and eliminate harmful, allergy producing pollutants. UV lights positioned within the ductwork will help destroy up to 98% of these pollutants. UV lights help destroy molds, bacteria, spores and viruses in your home, which leads to improved air …
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