Indoor air can be two to five times—and in some cases, up to 100 times—more polluted than outdoor air. In an era where indoor air quality has become a pressing concern, imagine harnessing the power of beneficial microorganisms to create cleaner, healthier air within our homes and workplaces. This revolutionary approach isn’t just a futuristic […]
There are few things better than walking into a warm, properly heated home after walking back from work or school on a frigid winter day. There are few things worse than having to endure all that cold and coming home expecting the warm embrace of your home only to be met by an equally icy […]
When thinking about the health and comfort of homes, the attic is the most over-looked and least inspected space for most homeowners, and yet the attic is the first place you should consider. Why is that? What should you look for? What can actually be done? A healthy attic is critical to building a healthy […]
According to Habitat for Humanity, Air leakage is a major problem in both old and even newer homes. But what is it exactly? And what can be done about it? Air leakage sounds like a minor problem with a simple fix. You may think air leakage does nothing more than effect a room’s temperature but […]
You know what’s great? Stepping into a cold, conditioned room after being stuck in the heat. You know what doesn’t feel great? Expecting that refreshing rush of cool air, and being slammed with a thick wall of stale, humid air. That’s just gross. This is the struggle of homeowners across the country during the summer. […]
Have you ever experienced doors in your home unexpectedly open or close? Do your curtains sway when the windows are shut? Do you hear whistling and other odd noises? Are some rooms unusually hot or cold? Do you feel random rushes of air? Fortunately, this article isn’t about paranormal activity in your home. Unfortunately, we’re […]
Duct leakage. It seems simple enough. Plug up the holes and you’re good to go, right? Not quite. Leaks in forced air duct systems are considered a major source of energy waste in new and existing homes. According to Energy Star, about 20% of the air that moves through your home is lost. This is […]
The Star Tribune, Minnesota’s largest newspaper, recently released an excellent article detailing essential information for anyone installing attic insulation. To read the article, click here. The article was written by Reuben Saltzman, the co-owner and president of Structure Tech, a home inspection company in Minnesota. Through detailed analysis and visual examples, Saltzman explains common tactics […]
One of the most important yet most forgotten aspects of living healthy in your home is taking care of your air quality. There are many causes of indoor air pollution, and thankfully a fair amount of ways to combat it. Why Indoor Air Pollution is Dangerous Indoor air pollution can have immediate and long-term effects on […]
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People spend around 90 percent of their lives indoors. In modern society, we need to be aware of our indoor air quality, especially in our homes. Thankfully, there are plenty of easy ways to check and even enhance, just how hospitable the air you breathe is. Check out our analysis of some top products in […]
From smokestacks and garbage mountains to a city skyline overtaken by smog, images of pollution storm everyday life for most people. Yet it is in these incredibly familiar images that one of the most common misconceptions about pollution is conceived. This is not to say issues like excessive vehicle emissions and trash infested waterways are […]
