During the fall season when the temperature begins to drop you'll likely be staying inside more as well as keeping windows closed. This can affect the air quality inside of your home. Having a well ventilated home can help reduce mold growth and the accumulation of harmful pollutants. Poor air quality in a home can even lead to health problems. The following are 3 ways to improve your home ventilation for the fall season.
1. Make Sure to Keep Air Circulating
While cooler temperatures mean keeping windows and doors closed more often, there are times when it may be a good idea to keep them open. Opening windows in the kitchen when you're cooking can improve air circulation and help eliminate grease and strong food odors.
Since the kitchen tends to heat up during cooking, keeping the windows slightly open for an hour or so shouldn't affect the overall temperature in the home. If you have ceiling fans in your home that haven't been operating much during the summer, it's time to clean the dust off. Occasionally running ceiling fans can help circulate air and improve the ventilation throughout the house.
2. Keep Your Attic and Roof with Proper Air Circulation
If your attic tends to get hot and humid during the summer months it may be time to install additional vents. A heating and cooling professional can recommend exactly where in your attic vents should be installed to produce the best ventilation. After the summer months the attic area should be cleaned of the dust and debris that has accumulated. Good attic ventilation will increase the life of a roof as well as improve the overall energy efficiency in your home.
3. Keep Heaters and Furnaces Well Maintained
Fall is the time to have an HVAC specialist examine your heaters and furnaces to make sure they're operating at peak efficiency. A clogged or extremely dirty filter can also affect the air quality in your home. It may be a good idea to install a high-efficiency furnace filter.
It's often recommended to use a MERV 8 or above. An HVAC professional can advise you regarding the best filter for your heating and cooling system. A professional can also advise you if it's time to have your ducts cleaned.
Remember to keep up with a regular maintenance schedule. Call Anytime Plumbing, Inc at (725) 237-1727 to get your Las Vegas home inspected.
When you stop and think about it, Spring Cleaning is a pretty fascinating phenomenon. For some reason, when the calendar turns over to Spring, there is a belief that we must undergo a cleaning.
Not any other season or any other time of year sees the same cleaning phenomenon. In fact, Spring Cleaning feels like an obligation that we can’t avoid - or at least don’t want to admit that we skipped.
After all, some people go nuts with Spring Cleaning, truly scrubbing and scouring every surface of their house. Whether or not you are a believer in the annual cleaning, there a few necessary items that you shouldn’t forget, especially when it comes to your indoor air quality.
Add Air Quality to Your Spring Cleaning Checklist
There is a good chance that your Spring Cleaning checklist is pretty long. From cleaning all the countertops and bathrooms to scrubbing those hard to reach and rarely cleaned places, the amount of work that goes into the ritual can be exhausting.
That’s why many homeowners would be hesitant to add more to their list. However rewarding it can be to see those shiny surfaces, air quality should be a part of Spring Cleaning.
Even though you can’t see the results, improving your air quality can show you immediate benefits, including lower monthly bills and overall wellbeing improvement.
Is Your Indoor Air Quality Actually Good?
Most people just assume that the indoor air quality of their house is good. After all, the house is supposed to be our sanctuary from the outside world. However, do you actually know that your air quality is high in your house?
Especially if you haven’t been on top of your HVAC maintenance, there is a decent possibility that your indoor air has dust, pollen and other allergen contaminants in the air.
One of the biggest ways that you can generally tell is how you are feeling. Many people attribute the feeling of allergies or a lingering cold or cough to the changing of the seasons but this is actually a primary indicator of allergens in your indoor air. If you have questions about your indoor air quality, an expert at LenAire, Inc. would be happy to assist.
A Simple Spring Tune-Up Can Keep These Running Smoothly
It doesn’t take a long or expensive project to keep your HVAC system running effectively and efficiently. In fact, bi-annual AC maintenance is the best way to make sure your system functions the way you expect it, keeping your energy bills low and your air clean.
It makes sense to schedule these tune-ups for Spring, as the weather is warming up, and again in the Fall, as it starts to get cold again. This tune-up can be a part of Spring Cleaning that isn’t a lot of hard work on you but gives you big results.
While important, HVAC maintenance isn’t the only way you can improve your indoor air quality. Especially with the warmer weather in front of us, another good idea would be to check your regular electric fans. The blades can accumulate a substantial amount of dust that gets blown around your house.
Cleaning these blades can also help improve your indoor air quality. On the other hand, if you need to schedule your HVAC maintenance, call Anytime Plumbing, Inc at (725) 237-1727 and we’ll be happy to help.
Schedule Online(725) 237-1727Even when it's bitter cold out, the warmth and fun of a family get together or indoor BBQ is all it takes to make it feel like summer again. Invite your family over regularly, and you'll forget all about the cold and spend time thinking about how thankful you are to have good family and friends instead.
During those fun family get-togethers it's important to stay warm and comfortable, and with a working HVAC system, you can do just that. As long as you take care of your system properly it will take care of you and make sure that you can keep enjoying your time together with family.
Get Ready For Warmer Days With Central HVAC
We know it's still cold out and that February isn't known for its scorching temperatures, but that doesn't mean you don't have to maintain your Central HVAC system.
A February in Las Vegas wouldn't be complete without at least a few warm days to contend with.
If you do get confronted with an unexpected heatwave you'll be thankful for your Central air. Just flip the switch on and your space will cool off to comfortable levels once again. A little maintenance now and then is a small price to pay for that level of comfort, and that's something we can help you with to make things even easier.
We offer regular AC cleanings, inspections, and air filter replacements. With some added care you can extend the lifespan of your system while also improving the performance and cooling capabilities as well!
Get Help Whenever You Need it With Reliable Heating Services
Machines aren't sensitive to your needs. In fact, your heater will gladly shut off your flow of heat right on Christmas Eve when it's bitter cold outside.
Talk about an interesting Christmas experience! That's why you need a good team offering heating services that you can count on.
If you have troubles with your HVAC system, we'll repair the problem no matter what day of the week it is. Having trouble on the weekend? No problem, we'll be out to help. We offer reliable solutions to some of your most common heating issues, including:
- The system is cycling on and off.
- Inconsistent temperatures.
- Poor indoor air quality.
- Higher than usual energy costs.
- Strange noises.
- System blowing cold air.
As soon as you notice an issue, we can get out to your home and repair your unit. With a working HVAC system, you can keep your home comfortable and your family safe.
Always be Sure to Swap That AC Filter
The best way to get love is to give it out. If your AC system doesn't love you, make sure you're taking steps to show it just how much you care.
Swap that AC filter when you need to. It will keep the system free of dust and debris and operating effectively.
It will also help keep the air in your home cleaner. A filter should be changed every month, or every few months depending on your home needs. The interval also depends on the filter, but you should always find out exactly how long you can use it before you change it for another.
There's nothing like the warmth of a family together to brighten a day and make you feel good inside. That experience is even better when you have a working HVAC system to rely on to keep you all comfortable.
No matter what you plan on doing at home, we'll make sure you feel nice and cozy with our heating and cooling services. If you're in the Las Vegas area give us a call at (702) 362-9300 and we'll help bring your home to the right temperature soon enough.
Schedule Online(725) 237-1727In today's age, pollution is a real concern, and breathing in unclean air can lead to a plethora of health issues including COPD, chronic bronchitis and more. However, in the comfort of your home, there are things you can do to minimize these risks and maximize the quality of the air you and your loved ones breath in.
Address Humidity Problems
Especially during the hot summer months, humidity can wreak havoc on the quality of your air. In order to keep things such as allergens and mold under control, it's important to keep the humidity levels between 30 to 50 percent. While the use of your air conditioner and/or dehumidifier can help reduce your levels, there are additional measures you can take including:
- Using an exhaust fan when taking part in activities such as cooking, running the dishwasher, or taking a bath
- Taking care not to over-water houseplants
- Venting your dryer outside the home
- Fixing any leaks in the plumbing
- Regularly emptying air conditioner drip pans
Speaking with a professional HVAC technician to pinpoint unique circumstances in your home leading to humidity
Radon Testing
Radon is a silent killer, and thousands of people are at risk of the development of conditions such as lung cancer as it invisibly infiltrates the walls of their home. Unfortunately, the only way to know if your home is at risk is to have a professional radon test conducted. Resultant of the decay of uranium found naturally in soil, having this radioactive gas present in your home is an immediate danger. Fortunately, having the home tested is inexpensive, and the process is speedy. If radon is detected, there are easy ways to lower the levels and regain healthful air conditions.
No Smoking
If you currently smoke in the home, stop. Not only does smoking give the home an overall unpleasant aroma, but it also increases the risk of lung cancer and other issues for everyone in the home. Furthermore, if radon is present, the risks increase substantially.
Air Quality You Can Count On
We all want to live long, happy lives, and improving your home's air quality can help you achieve that goal. Contacting a professional HVAC technician is a great first step to take. They can analyze the home and pinpoint particular areas of concern in your unique case.
Want more information on air purification in your Las Vegas area? Just call Anytime Plumbing, Inc at (725) 237-1727!
