Category: Air Quality
What’s the Difference Between A Home Air Exchanger & Purifier?
Many of our customers ask, “Do I need an air exchanger in my house?” To answer that question, let’s discuss what an air exchanger is, and how it’s different from an air purifier. If you’re noticing quality issues with your indoor air, it’s likely that you’ll need one of these systems. Interestingly, many homes these Read more
Home HVAC Air Filtration: Process & Benefits
There’s one thing we all know for sure: when the air’s cleaner, we breathe better. When we breathe better, we feel better. The easiest way to ensure you’re breathing well as often as possible is to make sure the air inside your home is filtered. The process of home air filtration starts with your HVAC Read more
How Does a UV Air Purification System Work?
No matter the time of year, you and your family deserve to breathe in pure, clean air. Sometimes you can accomplish this by just opening a window, but for the rest of the time (and when pollen counts are high), your best bet is choosing a UV air purification system for your home. What is Read more
How Many Air Purifiers Do You Need In A Minnesota House?
Investing in an air purification system has many benefits, especially if you have pets, respiratory issues such as asthma, deal with a lot of pollen coming into the house during the changing seasons, or find yourself having to dust frequently. An air purifier works by pulling air through a filter using a fan, and pushing Read more
5 Unexpected Reasons to Use a Humidifier
Summer is winding down, and it’s time to start thinking about preparing your home for another frigid winter. It goes without saying that you will need a heating system to maintain home comfort when temperatures plummet — but how will you deal with plummeting humidity levels? Many people don’t notice decreasing humidity levels until they Read more
How to Prevent Allergies With Air Filtration Systems
Winter in Minnesota means a lot more than just cranking up the heat to keep the cold at bay; it can mean the buildup of allergens in your home aggravating your allergy symptoms. With windows shut to keep out the cold, natural air circulation is low, causing pollutants such as dust, dust mites, and animal Read more
How To Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning In Your Home
Detecting carbon monoxide (CO) within the home is extremely important, especially during the winter season when people increasingly rely on gas furnaces, generators, and related appliances for heat. For starters, carbon monoxide is dangerous because it robs the body of important oxygen in cells – leading people to have symptoms such as dizziness, headaches, nausea, Read more
Cutting Indoor Air Pollution with UV Light
Beautiful spring days are tough to enjoy when you have allergies. For every blooming flower, there’s someone out there with an annoying runny nose. We previously discussed how different types of air filters help people with allergies feel more comfortable in their homes. UV filters are especially effective; so let’s take a look at how the Read more
Home Air Filtration: Why it Matters in Winter
During this time of year, you’re probably busy buying gifts, planning parties and making New Year’s resolutions. Air filtration may be the last thing on your mind. The “If it ain’t broke don’t fix it” way of looking at things can easily catch up to Minnesota homeowners. The benefits of properly functioning air filtration Read more
Staying Healthy this Winter Starts at Home with Indoor Air Quality Solutions
As the kids return to school and the days grow colder, we are reminded that flu season is rapidly approaching. Good hygiene practices are obviously encouraged, but have you considered that one of the biggest factors of your family’s health this winter could be your home’s indoor air quality (IAQ)? If you or members Read more