Ebola Virus and HVAC Systems
With news of a recent outbreak of the Ebola virus in Africa, and fears that it has already spread to some areas of the United States, it would be prudent to warn anyone who may be concerned about their indoor air quality that there is currently no product that the HVAC industry offers that will reduce the spread of Ebola. There are many excellent air filtration systems available, such as HEPA filtration units and Ultra Violet (UV) systems that kill mold, bacteria and odors, but they just have not yet made such a system that could kill off any disease...Read More
Carbon Monoxide Detectors Now Mandatory In Ontario
Carbon Monoxide detectors are now mandatory in all homes in Ontario. Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a toxic gas that is odorless, tasteless and invisible. CO is produced when fossil fuels burn incompletely due to insufficient oxygen. Fuels that can cause CO include natural gas, propane, kerosene, gasoline, coal, wood and charcoal. Unlike smoke, Carbon Monoxide mixes evenly with the air. It is not necessary to have a CO detector installed on every floor of your home, but should be located where it would be most likely to wake you up if a dangerous situation were to suddenly occur. A typical home...Read More
Proper Duct Cleaning Involves More Than Just Cleaning the Ducts
Proper Duct Cleaning Involves More Than Just Cleaning The Ducts We hear many questions about furnace duct cleaning. Our children have allergies and get colds. How can we determine if the ducts need to be cleaned? How can I compare the various duct cleaning companies? Some families can benefit alot by having the furnace ducts cleaned and other families will notice no significant difference. Only your physician can tell you what is causing your children's problems. If poor indoor air quality, molds, etc. are suspected, then duct cleaning may help. Duct cleaning can also improve the efficiency of your furnace...Read More
The Kinds of Dust Masks and Why They Are Important
Dust masks are used to protect users from dust and other airborne dangers. Finding the right mask is easy; all you need to do is first recognize what you need it for. If you thought that this protective device is simple and just plain, well you are wrong, they actually come in a variety of excellent and lovely designs. Manufacturers of this item realize that people come in different face sizes and that’s why the masks come in a variety of sizes. Twin strap and single strap designs are available with that convex shape and a nose clip for extra...Read More
Pet Dander Allergy – You’re Not Really Allergic to Your Pet’s Fur
If you are allergic to pet dander, and if having a fish for a pet doesn't really do it for you, then you really have your job cut out for you finding a pet that won't to get your pet dander allergies started. Most allergic reactions to things are caused by little protein molecules called allergens that are found in all kinds of substances. Since proteins are important building blocks of every life form on earth, and since most pets are large animals that have proteins all over – in their fur, their skin, their saliva and their pee –...Read More