Living without worrying about radon poisoning is a fundamental factor to consider when building a home, but it’s one we rarely think about. However, any home can experience a radon problem and vapor barriers are commonly touted as an easy solution to prevent radon from entering the home. But can a vapor barrier really […]
Category Archives: Air Quality
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Almost every home nowadays has an air conditioning unit for cooling. But how cold is it too cold for even the most robust air conditioners? What outside temperature is too cold for an air conditioner to work? In order for an air conditioner to turn on, the temperature outside has to be above the […]
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Temperature consistency throughout the home is an important factor to consider for a comfortable life. Uneven temperature indicates airflow problems that needed to be addressed. But do vent boosters work to addresses these airflow issues? Consistent temperature in a home is maintained through your heating, ventilation & air conditioning (HVAC) system. But when airflow […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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, […]
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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 […]
