Category: Ventilation
Attic Ventilation Increases Efficiency And Comfort
New York weather is extreme. The winters can be frigid. The summers can bring unexpected heat waves. Because New Yorkers face a wide range of temperatures, our homes must be ready for anything. One important aspect to a comfortable, energy-efficient home is having a good attic ventilation system in place.
Continue reading →Carbon Monoxide Fact Sheet
The Hazard What is carbon monoxide (CO) and how is it produced in the home? CO is a colorless, odorless, toxic gas. It is produced by the incomplete combustion of solid, liquid and gaseous fuels. Appliances fueled with gas, oil, kerosene, or wood may produce CO. If such appliances ar…
Continue reading →Air Returns are an Important Part of Your HVAC System
Probably few of us give much thought to how our heating & air conditioning system is set up. As long as we stay cool in the summer and warm in the winter, we’re fine. There are a few things, however, that we ought to know to prevent problems. A major item to be aware of is our home air returns.
Continue reading →Good Ventilation Systems Provide Good Indoor Air Quality
There is nothing more important than the safety of your family. You would like to think that in the confines of your home, you would have nothing to fear. However, the is a potential danger lurking right inside your house. Indoor air pollution is more of a threat to most of us than the smog of polluted cities and the only way to protect your loved ones is through proper ventilation systems.
Continue reading →The Dangers of Carbon Monoxide
Carbon monoxide is a gas that is extremely hard to detect. It is tasteless, colorless, and odorless, so there is no way for you to tell that you are breathing it in. There are a number of different ways the gas can enter your home. Depending on the levels, you can have both short term and long term effects, but you should know that if you are exposed to too much of this gas, it can be fatal. You should buy a CO detector and check it to make sure it is always working to avoid any health risks.
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