Respiratory Issues Posts

4 Steps to Reduce Spring Allergens in Your Home

March 16th, 2017

It’s not called “allergy season” for nothing. Spring is finally in the air! And with the arrival of birds, blue sky and warmer weather  comes pesky allergens that can aggravate you and your family and negatively impact health. Keep the pollen, dust mites, and pet dander at bay by regularly maintaining your HVAC system. The better it runs, […]

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Got Dust? The spots you might be missing…

May 24th, 2016

If you’re like most homeowners – dusting is not one of your favorite chores (are any chores fun?). We all like to give it the old “college try” and hit our tabletops, television, and maybe even our picture frames on a weekly basis. But, take a minute right now — look up at your return […]

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Does Spring Cleaning Seem Overwhelming?

April 20th, 2016

Finally, we can pack away our coats, gloves and winter boots and pull out our baseball hats, shorts, and tee shirts – spring is here!! If you’re like most homeowners you have a laundry list of things you want to accomplish this season: spring clean your home, finish those pesky projects you’ve put off all […]

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What is in your home dust?

January 6th, 2016

Have you ever noticed all of the “icky” debris from your vacuum when you empty the canister or change the bag? Have you ever broken your vacuum cleaner bag as you were disposing it or looked at canister of debris before dumping it? This should provide an accurate picture of what type of air the typical homeowner is breathing in their homes. […]

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Got Dust? You can do something about it.

December 9th, 2015

Don’t let the dust bunny be an issue during the holidays. With the holiday season in full swing, it’s time to start preparing the house for guests. Finding dust in your home is no fun, and no matter how much you clean it always seems to come back. Dust is made up of all kinds of particles including plant pollen, dead […]

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Solving Drafts (and other common problems) with Duct Repairs

July 31st, 2015

Leaky ducts cause drafts, dusty homes and higher utility bills! There are a number of reasons that you might feel drafts or inconsistent temperatures throughout your home. However, there is one culprit that is more common than all others: leaky ducts. When your ducts are leaking into the walls, crawlspace, attic or floors, some of […]

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Asthma Triggers and Information

May 22nd, 2013

Asthma is a serious lung disease. * During an asthma attack, the airways get narrow, making it difficult to breathe. * Symptoms of asthma include wheezing, shortness of breath, and coughing. * Asthma can even cause death. If you have asthma or a child with asthma, you are not alone. * About 17 million Americans […]

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