Ventilation
What You Need To Know About Your Indoor Air Quality
Homes built in the last 30 years typically are wonders of technology. They’re sealed, insulated, wrapped and tightly fortified against the outside elements. This makes home comfort more affordable. Unfortunately, trapping our warm and cool air inside means we trap other things as well. Here’s a few facts you may not know about your indoor…
Read MoreThree Good Reasons To Consider Continuous Attic Ventilation
High attic temperatures in the middle of hot, humid August are unavoidable, but the difference between 100 degrees and 135 degrees is huge. The lower temperature is possible only if you have proper continuous attic ventilation. Here are three reasons why a lower temperature and greater air flow in your attic are desirable. Reduces cooling and…
Read MoreWhole-House Humidification Solves The Problems That Come With Dry Air
The humidity levels in your home can have a huge effect on the comfort of you and your family members. A whole-house humidification system can balance the moisture levels in your home, so that you are not left with dry air and the problems that result from it. If the air in your home lacks…
Read MoreThree Basic Solutions To The Problem Of Poor Indoor Air Quality
The air you breathe in on a daily basis is highly important to your overall health. And, since the average person spends quite a bit of time in his or her own household, it’s crucial to ensure that indoor air quality stays at a high level. If the quality of air in your home is…
Read MoreIce Dams: The Telltale Sign That Your Attic Needs Attention
Ice dams on your roof in the winter are not just a nuisance. Once ice develops on your roof’s eaves, serious damage can occur to the home. In addition, ice dams can be a sign of significant problems within your attic. Southwest Illinois is particularly vulnerable to ice dams. Due to our position bordering the…
Read MoreGetting A Grip On Your Heating Costs
Living in the Midwest, you know that finding ways to manage heating costs is a priority every winter. In fact, heating costs often comprise well over half of a homeowner’s total energy budget, so it’s wise to figure out how you can reduce heating costs, without impacting home comfort. There are a variety of ways…
Read MoreHow An ERV Or HRV Ventilation System Can Help You Breathe Easy When Your Home’s Shut Tight
Your home’s indoor air quality, as well as moisture control, relies on its ventilation. If you don’t have a mechanical ventilation system, such as an energy recovery ventilator (ERV) or heat recovery ventilator (HRV), natural ventilation and air infiltration are generally not enough to keep the air in your home clean and moisture-free. The HRV…
Read MoreProper Ventilation Can Reduce The Likelihood Of Mold From The Crawl Space To The Attic
Mold is the number one enemy of a home, all the way from the crawl space to the attic. Mold wreaks havoc on wood and insulation in these areas. However, mold would never grow in your home if moisture couldn’t get in. The problem is that it’s nearly impossible to keep moisture out, no matter…
Read MoreDoes Your Home Ventilation System Require An Upgrade?
Many homeowners experience problems with HVAC inefficiency and excess moisture due to failings in their home ventilation system. To avoid these issues, here are three common attic ventilation myths to avoid: 1. More ventilation is better While a lack of ventilation can cause problems with reduced home energy efficiency during the summer and moisture buildup…
Read MoreRecovery Ventilation: Technology That Can Improve Indoor Air Quality In Your Metro East Home
Homeowners in the Metro-East area can greatly improve indoor air quality with the installation of one simple tool: recovery ventilation. It’s often necessary to provide mechanical ventilation in a home if it’s built to code and is airtight, or when energy-efficient improvements upgrade the efficiency of older homes. With an airtight, properly insulated structure, however,…
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