Bug zappers kill insects instantly With the high population of insects this year largely brought by the mild winter you may be considering a bug zapper to keep those pesky flying critters away. This article originally published by InterNACHI tells all about bug zappers, how they work, how effective they are and what [...]
This week's warm weather caused a significant spike in indoor humidity levels. Prior to this week the humidity reading was around 30-35 using an AcuRite 00613 Indoor Humidity Monitor. Now its around 50%. With this humidity spike I figure others may be experiencing the same thing. This article by Nick Gromicko and Kenton Shepard is great [...]
Health departments across the country urged residents to test their homes for radon gas, the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers throughout January. Remember that you can have your home tested any month of the year. Lungs Health officials estimate that radon is responsible for more than 21,000 lung cancer deaths each [...]
The EPA recommends: If you are buying a home or selling your home, have it tested for radon. For a new home, ask if radon-resistant construction features were used and if the home has been tested. Fix the home if the radon level is 4 picoCuries per liter (pCi/L) or higher. Radon levels less than 4 [...]
As fireplace season is approaching, so do the safety concerns. It is every homeowners responsibility to take precautionary measures that ensure the safety of kids, pets, and to prevent accidents. So, before you light the first fire of the season, make sure to read our fireplace safety tips and make sure your fireplace is up [...]
As the last breath of summer slowly fades and we transition into the cooler seasons of fall, we find ourselves shifting gears and coming back into more structured routines. For some people, this might mean planning daily activities around school, work, homework, meal times, exercise, time with friends and family, and personal down time. For [...]
Keeping your home clean and well-maintained is a lifelong project. You make sure all surfaces are free of dust mites and dirt. You sweep and mop the floor to rid of all harmful bacteria. You spend hard earned cash and long hours researching on professionals to keep [...]
With temperatures reaching upwards of 99 degrees in June alone, most can find solace from the scorching heat by simply staying indoors. If you must work outdoors, adhere to these tips to help you and/or your family stay cool and prevent heat related illnesses. ● During the hottest hours of the [...]
What you are experiencing may be evidence of indoor air quality IAQ issues. Winter brings uncomfortably cold weather outside, so many of us turn up the heat and stay inside. Little do we know, significant dust mites, pet dander, and dead skin buildup inside ducts and the heating system pumps these nasty particles throughout our [...]
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