Donald P. Dick Air Conditioning Blog: Archive for the ‘Ventilation’ Category

Attic Ventilation Deserves Year-Round Attention

Tuesday, April 23rd, 2013

Without proper attic ventilation, your home would be susceptible to damaging, extreme temperatures in the summer and moisture problems in other seasons. The average home requires air circulation through the attic to sufficiently lower the temperature and remove condensation. Learn the benefits that proper ventilation in the attic offers.

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Don’t Ignore Mold In The Attic, Address It With Proper Ventilation

Thursday, May 3rd, 2012

Don't Ignore Mold In The Attic, Address It With Proper VentilationIt’s easy to ignore mold when it’s growing where you can’t see it. Mold in the attic may not seem like a big deal, but mold growth results from excessive moisture in the attic, which also can be highly damaging to structural elements and fixtures. Water intrusion may lead to rotted wood, bubbled paint on the home’s exterior, warped shingles, and ruined insulation in addition to mold growth. The best way to prevent these issues is to seal leaks in the attic while improving attic ventilation.

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Ventilating Your Attic — Five Reasons You Should

Thursday, February 23rd, 2012

Ventilating Your Attic -- Five Reasons You ShouldAttic insulation is important, but so is proper attic ventilation. Combined with a good air-sealing strategy, the right kind of ventilation in your attic can prevent moisture from building up and causing trouble. Here are five reasons for ventilating your attic that you shouldn’t ignore:

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Purchasing HVAC Online — Three Reasons You Shouldn’t

Tuesday, February 7th, 2012

Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment is a costly investment that some homeowners want a way around. One way they hope to cut costs is buying HVAC appliances and components online. However, is this really a solution that pays off in the end? Here are three reasons to reconsider your decision to purchase HVAC equipment online:

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Three Ventilation Strategies That Can Enhance The Quality Of Your Indoor Air

Tuesday, January 31st, 2012

In order to prevent the accumulation of air pollutants, moisture and odors inside your air-tight, energy-efficient home, it’s important to follow a good ventilation strategy. Without one, pollutants such as radon and formaldehyde can accumulate and cause health problems, while high humidity levels generated by excess moisture can lead to mold growth and structural damage to your home. Here are a few strategies you can follow to help prevent this.

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The Basics of Indoor Air Quality

Thursday, December 8th, 2011

The Basics of Indoor Air QualityPoor indoor air quality is usually the result of a number of factors. From common particulates such as dust, pollen and pet dander, to more organic threats such as mold and bacteria, any number of variables can compromise the quality of your indoor air. In fact, even products you consider harmless, such as personal hygiene products, may be having a negative impact on your day-to-day life.

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Energy-Recovery Ventilation: Exactly What Your Well-Insulated House Needs

Tuesday, September 27th, 2011

Ventilation systems are ideal for homes that require a mechanical system to provide fresh air. In general, most ventilation systems provide an equal amount of supply air to return air, giving old, stale air a way out of the house and providing a means for fresh air to come in. Energy Recovery Ventilators (ERVs) offer a balanced supply of return air, while increasing energy efficiency.

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Getting Tired Of Being Indoors? Change Your Indoor Air With Ventilation

Thursday, August 18th, 2011

If you live in the Fresno area, you’re probably spending a lot of time indoors during the summer months and understand the difference between a home with good ventilation and one without. Having a properly ventilated home doesn’t just make the air in your home feel better, it’s safer for you to breath and helps avoid serious health problems.

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Use These Tips To Evaluate Your Attic Insulation

Tuesday, June 7th, 2011

While you might be concerned about losing energy through your attic, there might be more problems up there than not having enough insulation. It may be getting wet, too.

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Curb Spring Allergies With Better Indoor Air Quality

Monday, May 2nd, 2011

With spring comes a host of molds, pollens and airborne viruses. When these get indoors, they can be a nightmare for someone with allergies. The EPA has put together a guide on problems associated with poor indoor air quality. In most homes, the indoor air quality is worse than the air outdoors. There are a host of solutions, though. Many air cleaners on the market that can make a world of difference in your home’s air quality.

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