The outdoors is the first thing we associate with air quality. But the air you breathe outside isn’t your only problem – that’s because indoor air quality is a major concern, too. If you don’t pay attention to the air you breathe at home, you could possibly say hello to exorbitant hospital bills and incapacitating health problems. With that said, …
Did you know that UV lights destroy microorganisms? UV radiation is naturally present in sunlight, and its ability to break down cells is the reason that many of us get sunburned. However, while our bodies regenerate from this damage, microorganisms and germs are less fortunate. The damage that UV lights do to microorganisms’ DNA structures is so severe that they …
Household mold is a menace. It causes structural damage to wood and other materials, and can pose a serious health risk. Unfortunately, spores can grow in only 24 hours. All they need is air, a food source and moisture. Oxygen and food sources are practically everywhere, so Tampa Bay homeowners’ best strategy for fighting mold is controlling moisture. This includes …
Did you know that germs, mold and dust-mite infestation are made worse by humid indoor conditions? It’s unfortunate, but indoor air is on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s list of Top Five Environmental Health Threats in the nation. They recommend keeping indoor humidity between 30 and 50 percent, as this is most comfortable for homeowners and is not conducive to microorganism growth. But …
Proper care of air conditioners leads to extended life for the unit itself, and that means money in the homeowner’s pocket. However, it’s difficult to figure out how often air filters should be changed. If filters go unchecked for too long, the AC unit will not work efficiently. If filters are changed too often, homeowners waste money. Knowing how often …
It’s springtime here in Tampa Bay, and the brutal effects of allergy season may have some of you struggling to breathe clean air. However, there are a couple of things that you can do to improve your home’s indoor air quality and alleviate your allergy symptoms. The first thing that you can do is to change your air filters on …
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