Indoor Air Quality Articles

Most homeowners understand the importance of having a working heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system for safety and comfort throughout the year, but what about the moisture inside your Boca Raton, home?

If you’ve lived here for any length of time, you’re well aware of the battle we wage against moisture in the air, especially during those brutal months from July to September. We call this time of the year “the sweating season.”

Is your home’s air making you sick? Dust, allergens, and even pet dander can build up in your air ducts, leading to poor indoor air quality. This can trigger allergies and asthma attacks and even contribute to respiratory problems.

You could save up to 30 percent on your energy bill when you perform maintenance that support ideal system efficiency, according to the IAQA.

What do you think of when you hear about air pollution? You might immediately imagine a giant cloud of smoke, cars spewing exhaust, or a trash incinerator––but have you ever thought about your own home in Lighthouse Point?

Indoor humidity is a drag. It makes relaxing extremely difficult—after all, you are sweating inside your home! It can affect your health, triggering asthma attacks and flaring allergies. It tends to put everyone in a sluggish mood—even the goldfish. Let’s zap that excess moisture right out of the room, and look at ways to manage your  home’s relative indoor humidity.

Our Ferrara’s Air, Inc. team wants to help you understand humidity levels and how to control them for improved comfort and better overall health.

A ductless system, or mini split, adds comfort to your home without the hassle of having to extend your ductwork.

Everyone has it, and nobody wants it. In reality, dust is no laughing matter, no matter the setting. It’s easy to see how it can affect the indoor air quality (IAQ) of your Boca Raton home.

Improving the indoor air quality (IAQ) at your Lighthouse Point home or business makes sense on so many levels. Consider your health, your comfort, and your household budget. It’s hard to imagine a more important investment than improving the air you breathe!

Winter is right around the corner and with it comes freezing temperatures, frequent illness, and dry indoor air. If you struggle with discomfort during the winter in your Lighthouse Point home, you may benefit from investing in a humidification system. 

If you have a large home with multiple stories or a large household with family members who prefer different temperatures, consider installing a zone control system.

Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is known as the silent killer for a reason—it can easily go undetected and cause illness and even death. It’s critical to learn how to prevent carbon monoxide leaks in your Pompano Beach home—as well as what the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are in case you are exposed.

We often hear from Florida customers who want to understand the risks of carbon monoxide (CO).

When indoor plumbing became more popular in the 1940s, a whole new level of comfort and convenience began for homeowners. However, with that convenience came new challenges. One of those challenges is controlling humidity levels so they remain safe and comfortable inside your home. According to HVAC.com, the ideal humidity level is between 30 percent and 50 percent.

Did you know the average American spends nearly 90 percent of life indoors? That’s why it is increasingly important to ensure indoor air quality (IAQ) is clean and healthy.

Energy-efficient homes are more common than ever. Although they provide many benefits, including reducing overall energy usage and a smaller carbon footprint, they come with some disadvantages as well.