Air Duct Cleaning Articles to Improve Air Quality

March 17, 2023 Air Quality

Ways to Reduce Indoor Airborne Contaminants

The Dangers of Airborne Contamination in the Home You’ve probably heard that many of the allergens and airborne contaminants that cause breathing problems, runny nose, and other respiratory issues are often more prevalent in our homes than outdoors. This can be surprising, but the fact is that the air we breathe indoors rarely gets properly circulated. In order to keep your lungs healthy and the air inside your home as clean as possible, there are various things you can do...

May 28, 2022 Air Quality

Indoor Air Quality and Air Duct Cleaning

This is the time of year air conditioning systems are running pretty much nonstop to keep our families cool and comfortable. The air ducts in HVAC systems recirculate air throughout our homes roughly six to seven times per day. Along with that air is any dust and debris that has collected. Indoor air pollution may not be something we typically think of when we are relaxing at home, but indoor air quality (IAQ) is something to consider. It’s easy to...

November 26, 2021 Air Quality

How to Have Healthy Indoor Air Quality in the Winter

Wintertime can bring about new issues with your home’s air quality. With it being so cold outside and having the heat on, your home doesn’t get any fresh air, leaving any stuffy air locked and recycled inside your home. Follow these tips and tricks from the professionals at Air Care Services to boost your indoor air quality this winter. Crack Open Windows Letting a lot of cold air into your home when your heat is on can certainly hike up...

March 16, 2021 Air Quality

What Changing Seasons Mean for Your Indoor Air Quality

As spring approaches, eventually followed by summer, fall, and winter, it's vital to pay attention to your indoor air quality (IAQ). Each seasonal change brings its particular challenges, and we urge you to read on for some of our best tips for improving IAQ, whatever the season. Spring challenges Temperature and humidity levels rise. Pollen, dust, mold, and bugs enter through open doors and windows. Spring tips Clean the interior regularly to prevent dust and pollen buildup in your ventilation...

February 16, 2021 Air Quality

4 Steps You Can Take to Improve Air Quality At Home

With many people continuing to spend most of their time indoors, indoor air quality has never been so important. Air Care Services, Inc. provides home air duct cleaning to take care of the build-up that occurs in your ducts—but that’s just one part of the picture! Here are some tips to improve your own indoor air. 1. Tackle Dust Mites in Your Bed and Pillows Dust mites (and what they leave behind) contribute to intolerable air conditions inside your home....

November 20, 2020 Air Quality

The Importance of Indoor Air Quality for Seniors

If you’re looking for residential duct cleaning in Chicago, you’ve come to the right place. At Air Care Services, duct cleaning is one of our specialties, performed by our certified technicians who carefully follow all the regulations of our industry’s leading professional organization, the National Air Duct Cleaners Association. Indoor Air Quality and Your Health According to the EPA, most of us spend about 80-90% of our time indoors, and for the elderly that figure can range as high as...

February 28, 2020 Air Quality

Everyday Items That Lower Your Indoor Air Quality

You may not know it, but you may have one or more items in your home right now that are contributing to poor air quality. Reducing the amount of harmful products in your home can help you and your family breathe easier—and that’s for the best! Read on to discover what items to watch out for, and how you can cultivate a healthier indoor environment everyone can enjoy. Do you have any of these items in your home? Air fresheners...