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Indoor air quality ( IAQ) is a term referring to the air quality within and around buildings and structures, especially as it relates to the health and comfort of building occupants. IAQ can be affected by microbial contaminants (mold, bacteria), gases (including carbon monoxide, radon, volatile organic compounds), particulates, or any mass or energy stressor that can induce adverse health conditions. Indoor air is becoming an increasingly more concerning health hazard than outdoor air. Using ventilation to dilute contaminants, filtration, and source control are the primary methods for improving indoor air quality in most buildings. Determination of IAQ involves the collection of air samples, monitoring human exposure to pollutants, collection of samples on building surfaces and computer modelling of air flow inside buildings. These biological chemicals can arise from a host of means, but there are two common classes (a) moisture induced growth of mold colonies and (b) natural substances released into the air such as animal dander and plant pollen. Moisture buildup inside buildings may arise from water penetrating compromised areas of the building envelope or skin, from plumbing leaks, from condensation due to improper ventilation, or from ground moisture penetrating a building part. In areas where cellulosic materials (paper and wood, including drywall) become moist and fail to dry within 48 hours, mold mildew can propagate and release allergenic spores into the air.
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1. Wanna go with the flow? Go with the Skuttle whole house humidifier.
November 19, 2009
Swimming against the tide is not easy. IF you have an outdated whole house humidifier it will work like it is swimming against the current of your home. None can have better knowledge of this, than the manufacturers of Skuttle Humidifier We guarantee that your home will have the highest standard of indoor air quality available anywhere on the market. We offer not only a superior service but a long history of serving our customers needs with only the highest quality products since 1917.
Most homes today are built with lower furnace temperature, narrower ductwork, and shorter blower c... (read more)
Author: Artemus Gordon
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2. Let's take a quick look at the Aprilaire 700.
November 19, 2009
We are bombarded with pollutants and toxins daily, because of the condition of our environment. Because of this, we have seen a rise in instances of problems such as asthma, allergies and other respiratory issues that cause discomfort and anxiety. Many people are now making decisions in their own homes about environmental health issues.
Asthma is a chronic lung disease that can significantly impact one’s quality of life, and an Aprilaire 700 unit in the home can improve the air quality in the place where you spend the most time. The Aprilaire whole house humidifier ups the moisture... (read more)
Author: Artemus Gordon
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3. Air Purifiers for a Really Clean House
November 19, 2009
Do you keep your house really clean? Did you know that no matter how much you clean you are missing one important thing? The air you and your family breathe. That’s right, no matter how much you vacuum, dust, wipe, scrub, and clean the air in your home is more polluted then the air outside according to many studies.
Why is indoor air quality such a problem today? Much of the blame goes to the more energy efficient homes and buildings that have been built over the last twenty or so years. Air tight construction practices and energy efficiency have lead to polluted interior air that gets re... (read more)
Author: Andrew Bicknell
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4. Furniture Cleaning- How to Maintain Your Upholstered Furniture
November 16, 2009
Whether you are buying new upholstered furniture or already have what you need, here is how you can keep it looking good.
Shop for pieces that match your lifestyle and keep it clean! Lightly brush, then vacuum all upholstered surfaces weekly, including the crevices behind, under and between the cushions, as well as the cushions themselves. Although your upholstery doesn't look dirty, it is still absorbing small particles of dirt, oil and debris every single time anyone, including a pet, sits down. Remove pet hair using a rubber glove, sticky tape, roller, or lint brush. Plump and rot... (read more)
Author: Jim Thornton
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5. Cleaning The Air With Furnace Filters
November 10, 2009
Furnace filters are added fixtures of a furnace or heating system. They help to clean the air we breathe. There are several kinds of home furnace filters distributed in the market, but they are not all created equal. Selecting a quality filter can greatly decrease the amount of airborne particles that flow throughout your home, increasing air quality and lowering indoor air pollution.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recognizes poor indoor air quality as one of the threats to public health. In fact, it is ranked as one of the topmost risks. Indoor air pollution in in many h... (read more)
Author: kimberly berns
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6. Wanna go with the flow? Go with the Skuttle whole house humidifier
November 05, 2009
Swimming against the tide is not easy. IF you have an outdated whole house humidifier it will work like it is swimming against the current of your home. None can have better knowledge of this, than the manufacturers of Skuttle Humidifier We guarantee that your home will have the highest standard of indoor air quality available anywhere on the market. We offer not only a superior service but a long history of serving our customers needs with only the highest quality products since 1917.
Most homes today are built with lower furnace temperature, narrower ductwork, and shorter blower c... (read more)
Author: Artemus Gordon
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7. Ways an Aprilaire Humidifier Can Help Your Home
November 05, 2009
Most homeowners overlook using a humidifier. Education is key to understanding the life long benefits of owning a humidifier and the Aprilaire is your best choice. Aprilaire humidifiers not only increase the quality of your environment but we also will check out the appropriate settings for the best fit in your environment.
All of us prefer to spend time relaxing or working at home in a pleasant environment. Your home needs to be a healthier place for you spend most hours of your life in it Some consequences of dry air are dry noses, dry skin, and sore throats. There are many particles ... (read more)
Author: Artemus Gordon
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8. Ways in Which Your Health Can Be Improved with an Aprilaire Air Cleaner
November 05, 2009
The facts say it all. Indoor air pollution is one 5 major enviromental health risks we face today. The air inside a home can be up to one hundred times more polluted than the air one breathes outside, that is a fact according to the Enviromental Protection Agency. The solution to handeling indoor air quality issues is to take steps to clean the air.
The market is full of products that claim to clean the air; but really, spraying another product into the air to “clean” the air only deposits more chemical particles to be inhaled. While it is true that you can try heavy duty furnace filte... (read more)
Author: Artemus Gordon
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