Indoor Air Quality Articles

4 Signs It’s Time for an Indoor Air Quality Inspection

April 8, 2025
4 Signs It’s Time for an Indoor Air Quality Inspection

We tend to think of air pollution as an outdoor problem. That’s not always the case. The air quality inside your Boerne, home can lead to allergies, asthma, and even more serious health issues. Your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system plays a critical role in maintaining indoor air quality (IAQ), but like any system, it needs attention to function at its best.

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Duct Cleaning

November 29, 2024
Duct Cleaning. Professional Air Duct Cleaning.

One way to improve your indoor air quality is to maintain your air ducts. If you live in a home with central air conditioning, the airflow circulates through these ducts. Keeping them well-maintained reduces the number of pollutants in the air and also helps your air conditioner (AC) and furnace operate more efficiently.

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What Do Air Purifiers and Air Filters Do?

October 28, 2024
What Do Air Purifiers and Air Filters Do? Senior couple using a laptop together at home.

Most homes in Texas and across the country are well-insulated, helping your heating and cooling system run more efficiently.

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Why Air Duct Cleaning Is Important

October 28, 2024
Why Air Duct Cleaning Is Important. Photo of a vacuum hose running inside of an air duct.

Just like your lungs are an important connection to the rest of your respiratory system, your home’s ductwork, or air ducts, are importantly connected to your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. For your HVAC system—and your lungs—to perform at peak level, the numerous airways need to be open and clear. All in the name of breathing properly.

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How to Reduce Dust in Your Home

August 15, 2024
How to Reduce Dust in Your Home. Photo of boy wiping a coffee table down in a living room.

Everyone has it, and nobody wants it: dust.

It might seem like a minor nuisance, but in reality, dust is no laughing matter, no matter the setting. From causing allergies and respiratory issues to making your home look and feel less clean, dust greatly affects the indoor air quality (IAQ) of your Boerne home.

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5 Ways to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality

August 8, 2024
5 Ways to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality. Senior woman feeling pain at home.

The reality is airborne contaminants, such as dust, dirt, and pet dander, can negatively impact the indoor air quality (IAQ) of your Texas home. At Beyer Air Conditioning and Heating, we want you to breathe in fresh air, which is why we offer maintenance to keep your HVAC in top shape.

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Ductless ACs Improve Indoor Air Quality and Control Humidity

April 24, 2024

Your home’s Indoor air quality is often two to five times more polluted than outdoor air, according to the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). These pollutants contribute to many diseases as well as respiratory conditions like asthma and allergies. It Might Be Time to Split Installing a ductless air conditioner (AC), also known as a…

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What Does Indoor Air Quality Have to Do With Allergies?

March 13, 2024
Woman doing a yoga routine in her living room while dogs sits next to her.

Did you know the average American spends nearly 90 percent of life indoors? That’s why it is increasingly important to ensure indoor air quality (IAQ) is clean and healthy. 

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Tips For Ideal AC Settings When Leaving For Vacation

July 19, 2021
Homeowner adjusting AC settings before vacation.

About 100 million Americans go on at least one vacation annually. Air conditioning is an essential part of most homes today. So when going away, the question is, what are the best ac settings? You have to consider several factors. Here is an outline of some adjustments you can make.

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Making Sense Of Your Thermostat Settings

July 12, 2021

Your thermostat is the brain of your HVAC system, controlling the operation of the system’s components to sustain an ideal temperature for the interior of your home. However, making heads or tails of the settings and modes may seem confusing at times. If the owner doesn’t utilize this device properly, it can lead to less-than-effective system management. Take a few minutes to learn about your thermostat, and discover how to get the most from it.

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How Candles Affect Indoor Air Quality

May 24, 2021
IAQ acronym on sticky notes to represent information on how candles affect indoor air quality.

Most people use candles at home to create an intimate and relaxing mood. They bring color and warm fragrance inside a room, which improves the overall ambiance. Soaking in a steamy tub surrounded by candles might seem like the best way to unwind after a busy day.

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Why Does My Air Conditioner Smell?

May 4, 2021

The air conditioning unit is one of the most-used appliances in many households, and it can make your home uncomfortable when it’s not functioning properly. However, it gives off various signals when it is malfunctioning. One of the most common signs is strange sounds coming from the unit, but an awful air conditioner smell are also a common signal, and they are pretty hard to ignore.

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How Does The Reme Halo Air Purification System Work

April 20, 2021
Residential home in San Antonio, TX. One location Beyer Boys installed a new air purification system.

The REME HALO air purification system is different from all other air purifiers in the way it performs. This system purifies indoor air the same way nature purifies outdoor air. When outdoors, lightning activates hydrogen peroxide, which then cleans the atmosphere to leave a natural smell. The REME HALO purifier follows the same principle to…

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Benefits Of Duct Cleaning

September 3, 2020

We all spend a considerable amount of time indoors. However, we often neglect the air quality inside our homes. Of course, the first step to improving an interior environment is having a reliable HVAC system. Your ductwork helps to circulate air from the system into each room to promote comfort throughout the seasons. Over time, a neglected duct system will accumulate an inner lining of dust, pollen, debris and other toxins that recirculate around your house.

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How Can Your AC Energy Efficiency Be Calculated?

July 20, 2020
Ductless mini split mounted to living room wall for better AC energy efficiency.

When you turn on your air conditioner, you expect that it is going to provide cooled air. So, as long as it is providing the desired output, you may not think too much about the AC energy efficiency until you receive the bill.

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5 Common Household Products That Pollute Your Home’s Air

July 10, 2020
Doctor helping elderly woman in her home and discussing the poor indoor air quality due to household products.

There are a variety of household products with different uses, such as air fresheners and specialized cleaners. Most people can name at least a few common household products, and they’re obviously dangerous to ingest.

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Indoor Air Quality Tips For Apartments and Condos

July 1, 2020

On average, 90% of individuals spend a lot of their time indoors, and the concentration of air pollutants inside buildings is higher than outdoors. In particular, apartments and condos present serious challenges, especially when it comes to offering proper ventilation to increasing indoor air quality.

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Do Air Conditioners Help Clean Indoor Air Pollution?

June 20, 2020
Female homeowner opening window for fresh air. Do air conditioners help with IAQ?

Air conditioners are amazing inventions of the modern world. They chill your home seemingly on-demand with the push of a button. You can control settings on your air conditioning system and adjust the temperature just how you like it. However, contrary to popular belief, these units are not magical. Some people try to use them…

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Things To Know About Carbon Monoxide In Your Home

May 10, 2020
Homeowner programming carbon monoxide alarm.

Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, tasteless, and odorless gas. It can affect any home in , and its surrounding areas. It results from the combustion of fuels, such as charcoal, propane, gasoline, diesel, and natural gas. Exposure to this gas at low levels can make you feel sick, and at higher levels, it can…

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How Often Should I Have My Indoor Air Quality Tested

April 11, 2020
Young girl blowing her nose due to poor indoor air quality in her San Antonio, TX, home.

The quality of your indoor air plays a significant role in your health and overall well-being. The presence of strange odors, aggravated allergies and various pollutants are some of the common signs indicating that your indoor air quality has deteriorated. Here at , we offer professional indoor air quality services. So, how often should you…

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Maintaining Indoor Air Quality With Pets

October 2, 2019
Little pug having a hard time breathing due to poor air quality in San Antonio, home.

When you want to have clean air in your home but are concerned about your pet, can help. While pets can shed and leave dander throughout your house, there are steps you can take to ensure high levels of air quality. Having clean air in your residence can stop the spread of disease and improve…

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