We know that the air inside our homes is more polluted than the air outside, but what if we don’t know exactly where or which room it is coming from? Unfortunately, this past year, we all have been secluded to our homes more than ever, so healthy air quality has been a big issue for…
The standard American home’s cooling and heating system accounts for over half of their total energy bill. So, if and when you have a leak in your home, your air conditioning as well as heat (depending on the season), can seep out of your home. This can for sure waste large amounts of energy, money…
Believe it or not Fall is actually here in Central Florida. Well, even though the calendar says its Fall, it’s still pretty warm and the weather will be warm for a little while longer. Most people around the country don’t have to worry about pollen this time of year, but for us pollen is still…
It’s estimated that the majority of us spend around 90% of our time indoors. This includes time spent at work, school, and of course, at home. Because of this, the quality of the air we breathe should be a major topic of concern for all of us. In fact, indoor air pollution is something nearly…
What is a MERV rating? Minimum Efficiency Reporting Values, or MERVs, report a filter’s ability to capture larger particles between 0.3 and 10 microns (µm). MERV ratings are assigned to air filters based on the size of particles they allow through them. At Dallas Air Duct Cleaning we recommend air filters that have a MERV…
Did you know that overall, indoor air is 4-5 times more polluted than our outdoor air, and that roughly 87% of American homeowners are unaware of indoor air pollution? There’s more in the air than you can see—particles, dust and smoke, all of them potential triggers for asthma and allergy attacks. Particles like dust, smoke…
As the cold winter months’ approach in many regions, many building occupants (and the facility management teams in their buildings) are unaware that their dry indoor environments and low indoor air humidity levels are promoting the spread of pathogens including flu and cold viruses. As facility management teams in office buildings and other facility types…
There are three basic strategies to improve indoor air quality: Source Control. Usually the most effective way to improve indoor air quality is to eliminate individual sources of pollution or to reduce their emissions. Some sources, like those that contain asbestos, can be sealed or enclosed; others, like gas stoves, can be adjusted to decrease…
Most people are now aware that indoor air pollution is an issue of growing concern and increased visibility.. Air Duct Cleaning services typically vary in price per heating and cooling system, depending on the size of the system to be cleaned, the system accessibility, the climatic region, and the level of contamination. Below is a…
Some health effects can be useful indicators of an indoor air quality problem, especially if they appear after a person moves to a new residence, remodels or refurnishes a home, or treats a home with pesticides. If you think that you have symptoms that may be related to your home environment, discuss them with your…