Indoor Air Quality Articles
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) consistently ranks indoor air pollution as a growing concern to the public’s health. Continue Reading
An Environmental Protection Agency study found levels of a dozen common organic pollutants to be 2 to 5 times higher inside homes than outside. Continue Reading
Get ready for cooler weather here in Alexandria —fall is around the corner! When the outdoor temperatures start to drop, you probably will spend more time inside your home. Be sure to focus on enhancing your indoor air quality (IAQ) so that you can boost your overall home comfort and enjoy the autumn season to its fullest. Continue Reading
Your air ducts circulate a supply of fresh and properly treated air. But since ductwork mostly hides behind walls, ceilings, and floors, many Virginia homeowners don’t take the time to monitor its condition. As time ticks on, a thick layer of dust naturally accumulates on the inside of your ductwork. Your air conditioner might be… Continue Reading
Our professionals at Arlington Heating & Cooling want to provide you with the information to create a healthy, comfortable environment for you and your family. Here is some important information about dehumidifiers and the role they play in your home’s health and comfort. Continue Reading
If your Alexandria home is facing air-quality issues, you may be suffering anything from minor discomfort to significant allergy or health problems. Continue Reading
At Arlington Heating & Cooling, we know how important clean indoor air quality is for your home. Our team specializes in offering whole-house solutions to keep you and your loved ones healthy, comfortable, and safe throughout the year. Continue Reading
Indoor humidity is a drag. It makes relaxing extremely difficult—after all, you are sweating inside your home! It can affect your health, triggering asthma attacks and flaring allergies. Continue Reading
When indoor plumbing became more popular in the 1940s, a whole new level of comfort and convenience began for homeowners. However, with that convenience came new challenges. One of those challenges is controlling humidity levels so they remain safe and comfortable inside your home. According to HVAC.com, the ideal humidity level is between 30 percent and 50 percent. Continue Reading
We often hear from Virginia customers who want to understand the risks of carbon monoxide (CO). At Arlington Heating & Air Conditioning, we’re glad to share as much information as possible about protecting your indoor air quality (IAQ)—especially when it comes to the deadly nature of this silent killer. Continue Reading
For your HVAC system and your lungs to perform at peak level, airways need to be open and clear in your Virginia home. Continue Reading
Our Arlington Heating & Air Conditioning team wants to help you understand the risks of indoor air pollution as well as steps you can take to reduce it. Continue Reading
Our highly climate-controlled indoor environments can often be extremely comfortable in our modern world. Combine that with the fact so many of our daily needs are easily met without needing to go outside, and you find a society that spends nearly all its time indoors. As a result, poor indoor air quality has become a significant area of concern as a contributor to potential health problems. Continue Reading
A zone control system—or zoning—only provides the necessary cooling or heating that each zone in your Virginia home needs at the time. It not only adds to the comfort level of your home but can also lower your energy bills. Continue Reading