A/C Designs of St. Augustine, LLC Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Indoor Air Quality’

4 Signs Your Air Quality Could Use Improvement

Tuesday, March 17th, 2020

It’s well-known that, after some time, people tend to go “nose-blind” to certain odors in their home. You may have experienced this phenomenon if you’ve ever returned home from a trip only to wonder, “Is that what my house really smells like all the time?” Unfortunately, poor air quality doesn’t always reveal itself through musty or stale odors, which means that your home’s air quality could be subpar even if your home smells fresh. Here are the top four signs that your home’s air quality could use some improvement.

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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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3 Signs Your Home Has Poor Indoor Air Quality

Thursday, September 12th, 2019

The quality of the air inside your home can affect the quality of life for all members of your household. Determining whether your home’s air quality is sub-par isn’t always as easy as it might seem. Read on for some surefire signs that your home’s air quality could use some improvement, as well as how A/C Designs can help.

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Are Your Pets Harming Your Home’s Air Quality?

Tuesday, March 26th, 2019

Pet lovers definitely have something to smile about—studies show that caring for a pet (especially a dog) can improve your health, reduce your risk of depression, help you get better sleep, and even extend your lifespan. Unfortunately, there are some not-so-lovely aspects of owning a beloved pet, including the effect they can have on your home’s air quality. Learn more about how pets impact indoor air quality and a few ways you can purify the air you and your pets breathe.

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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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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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