A/C Designs of St. Augustine, LLC Blog: Archive for the ‘Indoor Air Quality’ Category

What Type of Air Filter Should You Choose?

Tuesday, February 18th, 2020

A clean, debris-free air filter is the key to a healthy a/c system. If you’ve never changed your household’s a/c filter before, you may be overwhelmed by the array of filter options available. Read on for some of the factors you’ll want to know before you select a filter for your a/c unit, as well as the four most common types of filters on the market.

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How to Reduce the Effects of Airborne Allergens in Your Home

Thursday, March 21st, 2019

Want to improve your home’s air quality and diminish the impact of airborne allergens like dust, pet dander, and other irritating particles? Here, we break down a few tips to help you breathe the cleanest indoor air and live more comfortably.  

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4 Ways to Improve Indoor Air Quality

Wednesday, July 11th, 2018

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has reported that indoor air quality can be 2 to 5 times more polluted than outdoor air. If you are one of the many people who suffer from allergies or simply want to improve the quality of the air you breathe, here are four cost-effective ways to get started.

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Common Air Quality Problems Found in Each Room of Your House

Thursday, June 14th, 2018

Pollution, allergens, and other environmental factors can reduce the quality of the air you breathe. Once inside the home, many people think they are safe from those problems. In truth, each room of your home has the potential to harbor unique air quality problems. Understanding the type of air quality problems each room is prone to will help you drastically improve your home’s indoor air.

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Ways to Easily Improve Your Indoor Air Quality

Monday, April 16th, 2018

The air quality inside your home might seem like it’s out of your control. However, there are several quick, inexpensive, and nearly effortless ways you can improve your indoor air quality.

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What are UV Lights and How Do They Benefit Your Home?

Thursday, April 12th, 2018

Ultraviolet (UV) lights are quickly becoming the standard best practice when it comes to a home’s HVAC system. Nowhere is this more crucial than in hot and humid Florida. The combination of high humidity and extreme heat provide the perfect environment for bacteria, mold, and other irritants to grow and flourish.

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3 Things that Stand in the Way of Better Air Quality

Friday, March 9th, 2018

Poor air quality can contribute to significant health issues inside your own home. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), there’s scientific evidence that the air inside homes can be more polluted than that outside. In fact, the concentration of some pollutants could be as much as five times greater inside a home than those that are found outdoors.

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4 Ways to Optimize Your Home’s Airflow

Tuesday, November 21st, 2017

Optimizing your home for proper airflow can save you money on energy costs and make your living space more comfortable, yet many people fail to take these simple steps that will improve airflow quality.

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Are Bioaerosols Affecting Your Air Quality?

Friday, November 10th, 2017

Bioaerosols in your home can be damaging to your family’s health. There are a few ways you can effectively minimize their presence and breathe better in your home.

What are bioaerosols?

Bioaerosols is a term used to denote biological aerosols, which are microscopic biological particles in the air. Some of these particles come from other living organisms, such as plant pollen and pet dander, while others are tiny living organisms like bacteria and viruses.

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