Indoor Air Quality Archives - Johnson & Johnson Heating and Air Conditioning

Hi-Tech Flu Protection: Using UV Light in Your HVAC at the Office

August 11, 2020

You may have heard that UV lights in an office HVAC system improve indoor air quality. Here are the facts about UV lights and the benefits they provide. What are UV Lights? A UV light emits ultraviolet radiation. This radiation disinfects the air that passes through it. Since all the air in an office circulates through the HVAC system, indoor air quality is improved. Furthermore, they improve airflow and efficiency. This reduces energy consumption and saves you money on your energy bills. UV lights also reduce wear and tear on your HVAC system, helping it last longer. What Do UV...

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Benefits of Dehumidifiers in the Summer

June 16, 2020

Dehumidifiers can be a great investment for your home, especially if you live in a muggy place like West Virginia. There are multiple ways this piece of equipment can make your home more comfortable and save you money. In particular, whole-house dehumidifiers that work alongside your HVAC system are excellent for indoor air quality. 1. Lower Energy Consumption and Cost High levels of humidity make you feel warmer than it actually is. This leads to turning up the air conditioning system, which costs you a lot of money. A whole-house dehumidifier reduces the humidity level in your home to a...

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Ways to Prevent Sickness With Indoor Air Quality

April 16, 2020

If you’re concerned with you and your family’s health, a good place to start improving it is with the air quality in your Martinsburg home. People take the cleanliness of their home’s air for granted because many of them don’t know it can be more polluted than the air outside the home. The following are some products you can use to improve your home or business’s air quality. Air Purifier A portable air purifier comes in multiple shapes and sizes to fit the needs of any homeowner. Generally, air purifiers consist of a three-phase filtration system that sucks in your...

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Best Dusting Techniques & Products to Improve Your IAQ

September 15, 2019

Dust in your home is a fact of life, but it is a battle you can win on a consistent basis. The key is to use the right dusting techniques and to opt for products that can make your life easier. Dust From the Ceiling to the Floor Always dust from top to bottom to avoid creating yourself some additional work. Consider investing in a duster with an extension pole so that you don’t have to climb a ladder to dust crown molding or ceiling fans. Use a vacuum with a HEPA filter right after dusting a room in order...

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How to Maintain Great Indoor Air Quality

June 25, 2019

Did you know that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recognizes poor indoor air quality among the top health risks for Americans? Residential air quality is a serious concern, as is breathing conditions in our schools and workplaces. Many homeowners are surprised to learn that the air in their houses actually has a higher concentration of pollutants than outdoor air. So, what can you do about it? Getting Rid of Dust Dust is among the biggest challenges residents face. There’s a never-ending source of it from human skin and pet dander. Furthermore, dust actually collects pollutants as it forms and rereleases...

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