The EPA names indoor air quality as one of the top five environmental risks. EPA sources indicate we spend approximately 90 percent of our time indoors. For many people, the risks to health may be greater indoors than outdoors. Consider that most homes have multiple sources of pollutants that contribute to indoor air pollution.
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EPA and Indoor Air Quality
Monday, December 19th, 2011Ozone
Tuesday, November 8th, 2011Pollen
Monday, November 7th, 2011Plants produce pollen year round. What may surprise you is that roses and many other colorful, fragrant flowers are not likely to cause allergies. Instead, Pollen from trees, grasses and weeds are usually the main offenders. In the spring and fall, Pollen-rich air from outside enters your home through cracks and windows. People and pets also track Pollen into their houses on their feet.
Mold
Saturday, November 5th, 2011Air Cleaner
Tuesday, October 18th, 2011There are many types of air cleaners (also referred to as air purifiers or ionizers) on the market today but none are as effective and clean your entire house as well as an Aprilaire Air Cleaning system. Aprilaire Whole-Home Air Cleaners make your air as clean as possible by removing particulates from your air, allowing you to breathe healthier air — (more…)
EPA certification for wood stoves
Saturday, October 8th, 2011The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency sets standards for air quality–including limits on the amount of particulate matter (microscopic particles) emitted by fireplaces and stoves. All wood stoves and fireplace inserts manufactured and sold today in the United States are required to be certified by the EPA. (more…)
