Category Archives: Air Quality

  In today’s airtight homes, proper ventilation can be difficult to maintain. Fans are a simple way to get air moving through your home, but can fans actually improve the air quality? In the United States, indoor air quality (IAQ) is mostly defined by the relative amount of pollutants in indoor air compared to the […]

  The approach to indoor air quality (IAQ) is not the same in old homes. The age of a home is a major factor, and older homes are often plagued by stale, stuffy air. But how do you improve air quality in an old house? First, the home must be brought up to safety by […]

  We often focus on how toxic and polluted our air is, but humidity can be just as dangerous if left unchecked. So, how does high humidity affect indoor air quality (IAQ)? A relative humidity level above 70% is conducive to mold, bacteria, virus, and dust mite growth. The increased water vapor in the air […]

  Most people associate high humidity levels with summer, but did you know that your home can have high humidity levels in the winter as well depending on your home and climate? So, how do you reduce the indoor humidity in your home during the winter? In most climates, humidity levels tend to be low […]

  When it comes to cleaning the air inside your home, dust can widely range in size. It could either be considered a fine particle, but can also be as large as 20 micrometers across and more. So to collect a pollutant such as dust, you’ll need filters that can trap both small and large […]

  Most people are familiar with a compressor dehumidifier. It’s been around in our homes for almost 50 years. But did you know that there’s also another type of dehumidifier to consider – the desiccant dehumidifier? But what is the difference between a compressor dehumidifier and a desiccant dehumidifier? A compressor dehumidifier removes water from […]

  Dehumidifiers aren’t exactly the cheapest device to run in your home, especially if you’re trying to cover a large, damp, and cold space. At the same time, dehumidifiers can save your health and prevent you from having to spend thousands of dollars in the future to remediate mold. The decision to either use a dehumidifier […]

  There seems to be some confusion about whether air purifiers are able to get rid of carbon monoxide. Some sources say yes, while others say no. Everyone seems to have their own reasoning, but the question still remains – Do air purifiers really get rid of carbon monoxide? Many air purifiers do trap carbon […]

  With a crawling baby in my home, I was very worried when it was time to install a new carpet. Is it safe and does it off-gas chemicals like formaldehyde? Does a new carpet really give off harmful fumes in your home? In short, yes. While it may not be formaldehyde that most people […]

  Dehumidifiers can be a clunky, unattractive kind of appliance, so I completely understand why so many homeowners are hesitant to buy one. But in dark and damp places like basements where the dehumidifier is out of sight, a dehumidifier is an absolute must. But how do dehumidifiers work in basements? They work like any […]