Did you know that one out of every six allergy sufferers’ symptoms can be directly linked to the fungi and bacteria found in their air duct systems? The most common home allergens are seasonal pollen, mold, dust, dust mites, animal dander, and chemicals including formaldehyde, volatile organic compounds, conventional paint and finishes, and permanent fabric treatments. How to avoid air duct dangers In the

Most homeowners replace their furnaces every 10 to 15 years; and in a lot of cases, that’s how long it’s been since they’ve had an air duct cleaning. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), you should consider scheduling an air duct cleaning if: There is substantial visible mold growth inside air ducts or on other components of your heating and cooling system

Cleaning Your Dryer Vent and Taming the “Sock-Eating Monster” If you’ve ever been a victim of the sock-eating monster (also known as your dryer), you know the frustration of washing, drying, pairing, and folding the laundry only to find that you – invariably – have one single, extra sock whose perfect match is nowhere to be found. Blame the monster! Of course, dryers don’t

Despite routinely replacing filters, your home’s heating and cooling system gets dirty with regular everyday use, and unfortunately, your air ducts are a favorite hiding place for dust, dirt, and allergens to linger. That dust and dirt are filled with contaminants and air pollutants that can not only harm your indoor air quality, but can also cause your system to work really hard. All

The “to do” list for homeowners is never truly completed. Some maintenance tasks need to be done every year, if not more frequently. You can do many of these tasks on your own, but for some work you’ll need to call in a professional. In some cases, it may not be entirely clear whether you can save the money and complete a task on