Common Indoor Air Pollutants That Can Affect Your Health

February 10, 2023

Your home should be a place where you are safe. Unfortunately, the place where you spend so much of your time can create health problems without your knowledge. Indoor air pollutants can cause many issues that you may blame on other ailments or allergies or be damaging your health silently, only to create issues as you age. Indoor air pollution can cause chronic pulmonary disease, lung cancer, and many other, less serious conditions. Regular vacuuming and dusting, replacing curtains with blinds, and washing sheets and blankets weekly in hot water are beneficial, but many air quality

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Is Indoor Air Quality Worse in Winter?

January 18, 2023

Get Smart About Indoor Air Quality This Winter The air in your home looks clean, but that doesn’t mean it is. Your indoor air could be filled with contaminants. The problem can become even worse during the winter. With every breath you take, you may be filling your lungs with nasty particles. That’s not what you want for your family this winter. Fortunately, there’s no need to settle for unclean air. Instead, you can find out about the causes of winter air pollution and take steps to address them. Sealed Winter Homes

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Do Home Air Purifiers Work?

January 18, 2023

With more information available on the importance of indoor air quality, many families have turned to air purification systems. Air purifiers excel at removing indoor particulates that may impact your health and indoor comfort. You may be wondering how air purifiers work and if they’re more effective than your traditional HVAC filters. Keep reading to learn more about how an air purification system may help your household this season. How They Work Air purifiers strive to sanitize and protect your indoor air from airborne allergens, pollutants, toxins, and debris. These purifiers work the

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Why You Should Invest In An Air Purifier This Holiday Season

December 18, 2022

8 Reasons to Invest in an Air Purifier for the Holiday Season Indoor comfort and indoor aesthetics are never more important than during the holiday season. After all, this is when you’ll be opening your San Antonio, TX home to guests, showing off your culinary skills, and spending countless hours relaxing with your loved ones. However, for the sake of everyone’s health, it’s important to remember that indoor air quality (IAQ) is important too. Thus, one of the best ways to ensure that things go smoothly is by investing in an air purifier. Here are eight reasons why.

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9 Important Reasons to Have New Ductwork Installed

August 12, 2022

If the HVAC ductwork in your San Antonio home is aging or damaged, your HVAC system’s health and performance are suffering because of it. Having brand new ductwork installed is often preferable to paying for patches. With new ducting, maintaining comfortable indoor temperatures will be both easier and cheaper. You’ll also pay less for HVAC system repairs and have a higher indoor air quality (IAQ). Read on to discover nine reasons why paying for new ducting can be incredibly beneficial. 1. Airflow Will Improve Often caused by dirty filters, blocked air ducts, and damaged air

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The Differences Between Dehumidifiers and Air Purifiers

February 18, 2022

The quality of your indoor air should be a top priority. Many of us spend 90% or more of our day indoors. Two products that can help improve the quality of air inside your home include dehumidifiers and air purifiers — each has its purpose and benefits. Here we will discuss how each one works, benefits, uses, and how they can be used together for maximum results. How Dehumidifiers Work Using a set of coils that contain a refrigerant, a dehumidifier pulls air in and cools it. As the air cools, the water precipitates out of

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Humidifiers and Dehumidifiers for Winter?

October 19, 2021

Humidity is the level of moisture in the air, and it can affect your comfort in your San Antonio home. The level of moisture in your indoor air is measured by the amount of water vapor in the air in relation to how cool it is. To maintain the right amount of moisture in your home, you need a humidifier or dehumidifier. Humidifiers add moisture to your indoor air while dehumidifiers remove excess moisture in the air. Controlling the humidity in your home will help to improve your indoor air quality, comfort, and overall health. Here

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7 Strategies to Fight Common Indoor Air Quality Issues During Fall

September 15, 2021

Although spring is the season that people often associate with allergies, autumn can be just as brutal. When it comes to maintaining a sufficiently high indoor air quality (IAQ), there are several seasonal challenges that you’re guaranteed to encounter. Fall is the time when dust mite populations exponentially increase and when indoor contaminants are at an all-time high. The good news is that there are seven simple strategies for combating the most common fall related IAQ issues. 1. Upgrade Your HVAC Air Filter You may need a higher-rated air filter in your HVAC system throughout

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How Candles Affect Indoor Air Quality

May 24, 2021

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. However, some of these candles may contribute to indoor air pollution, posing serious health issues to your loved ones. Read on to learn how. 1. How Candles Affect Indoor Air Quality Candles not only discolor your ceiling, walls, and surfaces, but they also generate indoor air pollutants. Most

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How Does the REME HALO Air Purification System Work?

April 20, 2021

The REME HALO Air Purifier is different from all other 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 leave a natural smell in homes. What Is the REME HALO Air Purifier, and How Does It Work? REME HALO is an air purification system by RGF. We install it in the supply plenum

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