Indoor Air Quality Articles

5 Ways to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality

March 31, 2024

The reality is airborne contaminants, such as dust, dirt, and pet dander, can negatively impact the indoor air quality (IAQ) of your North Carolina home. At Anderson Heating and Cooling we want you to breathe in fresh air, which is why we offer maintenance to keep your HVAC in top shape.

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Why Do I Need a Humidifier?

February 29, 2024
Why Do I Need a Humidifier? Woman sitting on couch with eyes closed.

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 Corolla home, you may benefit from investing in a humidification system. 

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Benefits of Using a Humidifier in Your Home

February 15, 2024
Benefits of Using a Humidifier in Your Home. Image is a photograph of a little girl looking mystified by a humidifier.

If you don’t have a humidifier in your Corolla home, then you may not be aware of just how useful these devices can truly be. Humidifiers are particularly handy in the winter but can be helpful during any season because they offer a significant number of benefits, including providing better indoor air quality (IAQ) for your NC home.

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What Does Indoor Air Quality Have to Do With Allergies?

November 30, 2023
What Does Indoor Air Quality Have to Do With Allergies? Poplar tree buds opening in spring, to show their silky white hairs.

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. 

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How to Reduce Dust in Your Home

September 30, 2023
How to Reduce Dust in Your Home. A young child cleaning a counter with spray and a cloth.

At Anderson Heating & Cooling, we know how important clean indoor air quality is for your home. Our team specializes in offering whole-house solutions to keep you and your loved ones healthy, comfortable, and safe throughout the year.

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The Problem With Clogged Air Filters

September 15, 2023
The Problem With Clogged Air Filters. Man cleaning filter with brush.

Think about it. Your air filter is responsible for cleaning every bit of your indoor air as it circulates through your home, providing life-giving oxygen to you and your family. It’s responsible for filtering out dust and dirt as well as things like pet dander and allergens. It has a big, important job to do—one that can contribute significantly to your family’s health, comfort, and financial situation.

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Why Is Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Important?

June 30, 2023
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The most significant disadvantage is poor indoor air quality. Tightly sealed Kitty Hawk area homes prevent heated and cooled air from escaping as easily, but they also contribute to the buildup of indoor air pollutants.

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What to Know About Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

May 12, 2023
What to Know About Carbon Monoxide Poisoning? Photo of a carbon monoxide detector in home.

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 Kill Devil Hills home—as well as what the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are in case you are exposed.

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Why Is a Home Dehumidifier Important?

April 30, 2023
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Although most Kill Devil Hills homeowners understand the importance of having a working heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system to provide heating and cooling throughout the year, some people don’t realize the equally important factor of controlling a home’s humidity levels as well. Our professionals at Anderson Heating & Cooling want to provide you with the information to create a healthy, comfortable environment for you and your family. Here is some important information about dehumidifiers and the role they play in your home’s health and comfort.

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5 Tips to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality This Fall

November 9, 2022
A fall window. 5 Tips to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality This Fall.

We are the leading heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) experts—a company you can trust with your health and comfort.

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How a Whole-House Humidifier Keeps You Healthy

October 13, 2022
IAQ_A_014 How a Whole-House Humidifier Keeps You Healthy. Woman sitting comfortably in her home.

There are many advantages to adding a whole-house humidifier to your North Carolina home. Adding a humidifier can increase the comfort level in your home and lower your annual energy expenses. Proper humidity levels can allow you to maintain indoor comfort levels at a lower temperature which uses less energy for heating.

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Air Filters vs. Air Cleaners

July 9, 2022
Air Filters vs. Air Cleaners

Our highly climate-controlled indoor environments can often be extremely comfortable in our modern world. Combine that with the fact so many of our daily needs are easily met without needing to go outside, and you find a society that spends nearly all its time indoors. As a result, poor indoor air quality has become a significant area of concern as a contributor to potential health problems.

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Why Is Indoor Air Quality Important?

November 11, 2021
A large bed sits next to a double door leading out to a small balcony overlooking a sandy seascape. The wall is a blue gray color, and the doors and windows are white. The curtains are see through with fringe orange and blue patterning. On the ceiling is an interesting chandelier of white overlapping cups, creating a flower effect. On the wall above the bed hangs two photos of back, black bicycle tires, blue tire guards, and red, oval reflectors. Below, on the bed, sits two long white pillows, two pillows matching the drapery, and three pillows matching the white, light blue, and tan bed spread. On the four leaf clover, sandy white end tables sits a yellow lamp with a twist in its neck and a white lamp shade. Three books of various sizes and colors are on the end table in shot. The floor is a brown carpet.

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.

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