Is there anything more important than the quality of the air your family breathes? The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has found that indoor pollutants like dust, mold spores, pollen and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) pose a significant health risk. Your...
Conducting an energy evaluation is the first step in determining how to make your home more energy efficient. Use the following guide to help locate and eliminate problem areas when evaluating your home’s energy needs. Air leaks Unsealed cracks and openings are...
Because ducts are hidden from sight, you may not think about them when you’re wondering why your utility bill is so high, or why it seems more difficult to cool or heat your home. The fact is that proper duct sealing plays a big part in reducing utility costs...
If you’re looking for a way to clean the air in your home of dust and particulate matter, electronic air cleaners are an affordable alternative to HEPA filters. There are two kinds of electronic air cleaners available: electrostatic precipitators and ion...
In Southeast Michigan, the cold months can feel very dry. A whole house humidifier is a great remedy that has other benefits too: relief of some health issues, greater home comfort, and higher energy-efficiency for money savings. Health Dry, less-humid air can cause...
In Southeast Michigan, indoor air quality can be harmful to your health just as much as polluted air outside is at certain times of the year. Mold spores, pollen, dust, humidity and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are all irritating to a person’s health and can also...
