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Indoor Air Quality Experts
Easter and Dust Bunnies
Easter is almost here and the thought of chocolate and bunnies makes me happy. So does the arrival of Spring and warmer weather. What does not make me happy is this: Even in the shape of a cute little bunny, dust bunnies are not cute! Now that Spring is upon us we all get that [...]
Posted in Dust, Easter, HVAC Cleaning
What Do You Clean With?
Did you know that in Canada there are no requirements for manufacturers to disclose all ingredients or warn consumers about chronic health and environmental hazards associated with their products? Canadians spend nearly $275 million on household cleaning products per year. Most of these products can be harmful to you, your family and to the environment. [...]
Posted in Toxic Household Cleaners
Indoor Air Quality In Your Home
Another great article I recently read on the Moms Clean Air Force blog about the indoor air quality of our homes and what we can do to improve it. Mom, parent, or not, this information is so helpful as we all breathe the same air in our homes. Did you know the air pollution in [...]
Posted in Indoor Air Quality
Indoor Air Quality And Your Sleep
There is evidence that the quality of the air you breathe will affect the quality of sleep you get. In a study by the Harvard School of Public Health, it was found that those found that air pollution significantly increases the risk of Sleep-Disordered Breathing (SDB). Obstructive aleep apnea, the most common, refers to abnormal [...]
Posted in Indoor Air Quality
MOLD
Did you know that molds can be found in almost every environment, both indoors and outdoors? Molds originate from the outdoors and are brought indoors through open doors and windows, shoes and clothing, and through the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems that bring in fresh outdoor air. In homes that have had water [...]
Posted in Mold and Indoor Air Quality
Cold Weather and IAQ
During this time of year many people start to experience health issues related to their indoor environment and indoor air quality (IAQ) issues. Building occupants may complain of stuffy rooms and odors or experience more frequent allergies and asthma attacks. All these conditions and complaints may be due to their indoor surroundings. The winter months [...]
Posted in Indoor Air Quality
Flu In Your Ductwork?!
I am sure you are aware of the flu that is going around this past month. We all have been trying to avoid it the best we can. Did you know that the flu can be from a bacteria that we may breathe in everyday? Why not clean the air you breathe in your home [...]
Posted in HVAC Cleaning, Indoor Air at Workplace, Indoor Air Quality
Your Health In A Damp Basement
If you should have the unfortunate situation of dealing with a flooded basement, the obvious concern would be the water and repair the damage. But did you know there may be a lingering problem that can have serious health repercussions? The growth and mold and your exposure to mold spores can be dangerous to your [...]
Posted in Allergies, Asthma, Mold and Indoor Air Quality
Pets And Your Indoor Air Quality
If you are a pet owner and worry your indoor air quality may be affected by your furry friend, there are steps you can take to help reduce the pet hair and dander that can affect the air in your home. To some extent, there is no way to eradicate all pet dander and allergens [...]
Posted in Indoor Air Quality, Indoor Air Quality and Pets
The Importance Of Indoor Air Quality and Your School District
**Due to the contamination from mould spores that will be present in dust, it is pertinent to have the HVAC System thoroughly cleaned! According to Health Canada, mold growth is a potential health hazard for buildings. Mold growth can influence air quality because the spores are dispersed into the air and can be inhaled. Those [...]
Posted in Mold and Indoor Air Quality
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