Collier's Comfort Blog: Archive for the ‘Indoor Air Quality’ Category

3 Options for Your Ductwork Issues

Monday, March 6th, 2023

There’s been something wrong with your home heating and you’d really like to get to the bottom of it.

You call a professional to have a look and through an expert diagnosis, you find out that it’s not your heating system that’s in bad shape, but your air ducts. Or, you could be in one of those situations where both your heating system and your air ducts are in bad shape.

This never feels good, especially because the air ducts in your home are not a component that feels like it should cost a lot of money to fix, but it can. But in reality, those air ducts are a vital component of your heating system, unless you invest in a system that doesn’t use ductwork in Fort Wayne, IN.

Yep, those kinds of systems exist and they might be perfect for your home. Keep reading to learn about your ductwork options.

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How Much Heat Are You Wasting?

Monday, February 6th, 2023
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Do you get anxiety that slowly settles in when you accidentally leave the door open on a cold day?

For some, it’s painful to think about the precious heat that’s escaping from your home only to dissipate and disappear the moment it gets released into the atmosphere.

You’re not the only one who feels that way, it’s a universal feeling!

Well, there might be several things impacting the amount of heat you’re wasting, but none of them are necessarily your fault.

Your home’s insulation could be one of the contributing factors to wasted heat, and you could also need duct sealing in Fort Wayne, IN.

Or, you could just be dealing with an inefficient heating system that’s just not working the way it’s supposed to.

Regardless, it’s time to get to the bottom of it. We’re going to figure out today what’s ailing your heating system and get to work fixing things so you can get rid of that ambient anxiety and feel more comfortable in your own home!

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3 Contaminants That an Air Purifier Can Handle

Monday, July 11th, 2022

Many people like the idea of having an air purifier in their homes. It’s a nifty new piece of technology that promises it will eliminate contaminants and make your home cleaner, safer, and more comfortable. While those promises all sound great, are they really true?

Well, yes, but we don’t want customers to just take our word for it. You should always do your own research before a large purchase like a whole-house air purifier in New Haven, IN. If it looks like people enjoy having these systems inside their homes, and that they work exceptionally well, then we’d love to help you get one yourself. Our team installs air purifiers regularly for an affordable rate.

Let’s start by talking about the contaminants that these systems treat. Here are 3 specific contaminants that a UV air purifier directly removes, and why they can be a nuisance in your home without one.

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The Difference Between UV and Ionization

Monday, June 13th, 2022

When it comes to air purifiers in Monroeville, IN, there are several different kinds you can invest in. Firstly, those portable units claim to purify an entire room or area of your home, but they rarely make a dent in the air quality that you can physically tell. They might make things smell nicer, but a portable air purifier doesn’t do a good job of actually sterilizing the air, at least for the energy it consumes.

When it comes to whole-house air purifiers, two types of systems tend to do the trick. They’re very different from each other and we want homeowners to be aware of how these systems work and why you might invest in one or the other.

Keep in mind that our team can point you in the right direction. If you have any questions, make sure you call us!

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Our Safe Indoor Air Quality Tips

Monday, August 9th, 2021

Indoor air quality is an important measure of comfort. If you feel like your home is the perfect temperature, that’s wonderful, but it shouldn’t just stop there. You should be willing to investigate how you feel, the kinds of contaminants you’re encountering in your home, and the possible solutions to the problem.

For instance, an air purifier in Fort Wayne, IN could be the best piece of technology to eliminate contaminants and keep your home safe. But it’s not the only thing you can do to improve breathing conditions in your house.

Today we’re going to talk about some safe practices for great indoor air quality—from keeping surfaces clean and dusting, to improving the humidity conditions of your air in the summer or winter. Just think of us as your indoor air quality gurus, and make sure you call us with any questions or concerns!

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It’s Time to Take the iWave Advantage!

Monday, April 6th, 2020

woman-in-N95-maskWith all that is going on in the world right now, it is understandable that homeowners want to keep the air that they breathe in their homes clean. While there is no single system that can guarantee to remove all harmful pollutants from the air in your home, biological or otherwise, there are systems out there that can really help to clean up the air that you breathe throughout your house. Of these systems, the iWave air purification suite of products is right up at the top.

Currently, the COVID-19 virus is not available for testing. That’s important to understand if this is your reason for seeking products like iWave air purification systems. However, you should also understand that the iWave family of products is proven through independent lab testing to significantly reduce many pathogens and viruses similar to coronavirus in the home, both in the air and on surfaces.

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Air Filters vs Air Purifiers: Which Is Better?

Monday, November 19th, 2018

UV-air-purifierIt depends, actually. Various kinds of air filters and air purifiers exist, but they’re not all made with the exact same purpose in mind. Although some of their functions do overlap, it’s more about finding out which one makes sense for you and your home.

For the average homeowner, you just need to make sure that you’re getting the right kinds of treatment for your unique needs.  Allow us to explain:

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Tips for Improving Indoor Air Quality This Season

Monday, November 5th, 2018

replacing-air-filterAre you concerned about illness and allergies through the cold season? The cold doesn’t make our home’s air quality any worse, but our immunities will be lowered due to the cold. If your home is not already equipped to combat poor indoor air quality, then here are some steps you can take to change that:

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Alleviate Your Allergies with These Air Quality Services

Monday, August 13th, 2018

indoor-air-quality-contaminantsFor allergy and asthma sufferers, it can feel like there’s little hope for them. Aside from what the doctor can provide, most of them have accepted that it’s just a condition they’ll have to live with. It means the potential of suffering whenever they go outside.

While we can’t change the outdoor environment for you, it doesn’t mean we can’t try to improve things for you in the home, where you’re supposed to be most comfortable. Below are just a few indoor air quality products and services that have been shown to help relieve allergies and asthma.

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What to Do About Bad Air Quality

Monday, June 18th, 2018

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We are often concerned about exterior air quality relating to levels of pollen and other particulates. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), however, pollutant levels can be 100 times higher inside your home than outside. That’s because new homes utilize more airtight construction techniques for greater energy conservation. Plus, most air conditioning units are closed systems: the same air is recirculated without fresh air being introduced. This may result in bad air quality, and we’ll discuss three methods to deal with this below.

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