According to PubMed studies, indoor air pollution (IAP) is a serious threat to human health, causing millions of deaths each year. A plethora of pollutants can result in IAP; therefore, it is very important to identify their main sources and concentrations and to devise strategies for the control and enhancement of indoor air quality (IAQ)...
Tag: Clean AirThere are generally two trains of thought when we consider our indoor climates - air quality and energy efficiency. Both are important, but balance is needed. With new homes built seemly airtight, allowing for max efficiency, the trade off becomes air quality. The more sealed a home, the more indoor pollutants can get trapped inside...
Tag: Clean AirAccording the to Environment Protection Agency, 40% of American homes will deal with mold at some point. Mold can become a serious problem that can lead to many health problems. It is important to seek remedy as soon as possible...
Tag: Clean AirAs the long winter season moves in, Winnipeggers will be spending more and more time indoors. With more time inside, a larger volume of pollutants will collect in our homes. Dust, bacteria, pesticides, chemicals, toxins, and such can have a negative impact on our health. Are there healthy ways to improve indoor air quality during the winter months? Here are 10 things that you might find helpful.
Tag: Clean AirYou sanitize countertops, door handles and your hands to stop the spread of germs, but have you thought about sanitizing your home's air? Napoleon's UV-C air sanitization system uses Philips UV-C technology to keep your home's air at its best by eradicating airborne contaminants like viruses, bacteria and mold...
Tag: Clean AirWe love our pets. Even though they leave fur in ever nook and cranny, they are our extended family. We gladly put up with bite marks on furniture, shoes and clean up after them. However, HVAC maintenance does have extra challenges because of our four-legged friends...
Tag: Clean AirGiven the most recent news in the world today, clean air has never been such a hot topic. HVAC companies promote clean air every cold and flu season, however given the extreme circumstances the Covid-19 pandemic has caused, it seems this year it is even more top of mind...
Tag: Clean AirAccording to national average, 1 in 10 homes include a dog or a cat. A four-legged companion can be a highlight for our families lives - although pet owners have been known to compromise on a few things like ripped furniture, scratched flooring, pet stains and pet dander. For most pet owners, it is a small price to pay for the loyal companionship our pets give back, but for others who suffer with pet allergies, or their visitors who have allergies, it can become an issue.
Tag: Clean AirMany people believe that poor air quality resides mainly outdoors, in large cities - and that it is at an all-time high. Actually, pollution micrograms per cubic meter in many urban areas have dropped in the last handful of years due to recent environmental endeavours. What people should be looking at is the quality of air in their own homes.