Indoor Air Quality Blogs and Content

Pregnancy is always a time for joy and expectation for expecting parents. A primary rule of pregnancy for expectant mothers is to remain healthy, not only for them but also for the baby.

One of the key components of your heating and cooling system is something you may not think about too often - the filter. However, HVAC filters perform essential functions, from keeping dirt and debris out of your ductwork and comfort equipment to boosting your indoor air quality.

COVID-19 has taken the nation by storm. Apart from following the recommended government guidelines, we're all striving for more ways to protect our family from the virus.

Dealing with humidity is a common summertime problem. Buying a humidifier is one solution to remove the high levels of water vapor in the air. If that's not an option, it's good to buy an air conditioner. In either case, Ardmore Fresh Air is the right HVAC company for taking care of humidity problems.

The mold you find may be green, brown, or black. Mold plays no beneficial role indoors and can destroy surfaces and cause a musty smell throughout the home. Mold can also cause severe health problems to those sensitive to it.

Proper ventilation in your attic is important to protect you and your home in the winter months. Ventilation in your attic protects the structure of your roof from moisture damage. Improving your attic air flow will keep your home in a good condition. It will also maintain good indoor quality of air for the winter. The Importance of Ventilation Having the correct HVAC system protects against many home problems. This makes sure that your home is comfortable indoors. Also, protecting your roof from moisture damage, such as: Moisture that can warp the roof Growth of Mold Frost Rotting Wood Popped Shingles Dams of Ice Your Attic During Winter During the winter months, heat rises to the attic in your home and with heat comes moisture. When attics do not have proper ventilation, moisture will collect in that space of the home. Moisture will seep through the structure of the house. It can damage your roof along with the framing and things in your attic. Having the correct HVAC in your attic will allow cool, dry air from the outside to flow into the attic. It will also allow the warm, moist air in the attic to escape. Good ventilation keeps the temperature even. It even prevents hot or cold spots that cause dams of ice where water can freeze below the shingles of your home. Having the correct HVAC during the winter will keep mold and mildew from growing. This keeps your family safe from harmful bacteria and contaminants. Getting rid of moisture by ventilating your attic will improve indoor air quality. It will also prevent rodents and insects from staying in your attic.