Your home’s air ducts connect to your heating and cooling system, which carries all the air in your home. When you are breathing your home’s air, it is optimal for the traveling air to be as clean as possible, because it carries particles or debris that will settle in the ducts and carry it straight to you. Having clear air ducts is one of the primary things that contribute to good indoor air quality (IAQ), which the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) states is a prime concern in relation to pollutants in the home.
At the height of summer, the weather can get quite sticky here in Oregon.
Though air conditioners are a major part of modern life, they hold many secrets few people know about.
SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. This universal rating system helps you determine the efficiency of your Oregon air conditioning (AC) unit or heat pump. It’s quite similar to miles per gallon—the higher a car’s MPG, the more efficient the car. Similarly, the higher the SEER rating, the more efficient the heating or cooling…
Change the batteries in your smoke and CO detectors. It’s an easy reminder to replace them and is very important for your safety!
Mini splits are an excellent option to explore if you want an alternative to traditional air conditioners, furnaces, or heat pumps.
Building a new home is an exciting adventure, but it can get overwhelming. That’s why our team is ready to step in and help you select the best possible heating and cooling system for your home and budget.
Luckily, a perfect antidote is already installed in your Oregon home. A well-maintained air conditioner can boost your indoor air quality (IAQ), reducing symptoms. Your AC has a filter that catches airborne irritants like dust, pollen, dander. It also balances humidity and provides ventilation, reducing the likelihood of mold growth.
On most thermostats, you can choose between On or Auto for your fan setting.
Even before the outbreak, adults on average spent nearly all their time indoors at work or at home. In fact, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reports this amount of time reaches upwards of 90 percent for most people. Add it all up, and you just can’t stress enough the importance of good indoor air quality.