Rooms of modern airtight homes require a high flow of air for a healthy and fresh indoor environment. Ventilation is the most effective way to get rid of contaminated air trapped indoors but how could we maintain an optimal airflow in a room? In short, by using both natural and mechanical ventilation in a […]
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Ventilation plays an essential role in supplying fresh air to homes and expelling stale indoor air. But why would your vents be on the floor? It’s because a heating and cooling system is more efficient when the vents are closer to the furnace. Floor ventilations are mostly in homes with furnaces located in the […]
Mold problems often emerge during hot, humid summers. It only takes 24 to 48 hours for mold spores to develop, so if the humidity rises above 60% (and especially 70%) then you might start seeing the signs within shortly after. But what role does temperature play? And what would be the best temperature to […]
There have been significant improvements in air-conditioning systems over the years. But even the best one cannot last forever. So, how long does an air conditioner last? In general, an air conditioner can last for 10 to 20 years. If you skip some maintenance of your air conditioner, it can last for about 10 […]
Although there are many ways of controlling humidity, it always seems to move around a house unchecked. So, how exactly does humidity move in a house? Despite popular belief, humid air is less dense than regular air. Therefore humid air will always rise and not sink. However, if you were to look at its […]
The indoor air quality (IAQ) of your home, office, and school is getting polluted by various formaldehyde gas sources. These sources include pressed-wood products, foam installation, wallpaper, paints, cosmetics, and many other household products. Formaldehyde is colorless and flammable at room temperature but has a strong odor. It is used in the manufacturing process, […]
Ever noticed how some rooms in your home are cold while others are warm? But why is that so and how do you even out the heat in your home? This happens typically because of poor ventilation and warmer air escaping to the higher levels of the home. There are many solutions that can […]
Inline fans present an appealing alternative for homeowners who need to find the fan away from the room or rooms that need debilitating, but how much electricity does an inline fan use? Comparing 12-inch models, typical inline fans use about 250 Watts of electricity. Similarly sized booster inline fans in comparison use only about […]
During a fire accident, the most critical aspect in surviving is getting out quickly, which is why it’s so important to have a working fire alarm system. While a fire alarm system contains many devices working together to detect smoke and fire, the question is, do fire alarms also detect gas? Fire alarms can […]
A dryer will help remove moisture from wet clothes and other fabrics effectively. Despite its usefulness, many believe that it has certain drawbacks like the emission of carbon monoxide. But does a dryer actually give off carbon monoxide? Whether a dryer exhausts carbon monoxide or not depends on the type of dryer it is […]
