Cooling Unlimited, Inc. Blog : Archive for the ‘Indoor Air Quality’ Category

The Importance of Indoor Air Quality During the Winter Months

Monday, February 12th, 2024
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Did you know that the average American spends well over 90% of their time indoors? And for those of us in colder climates, that percentage might be even higher during the winter. This means we’re breathing indoor air constantly, and along with the air, we’re breathing in whatever happens to be mixed in with it.

Indoor air contains more contaminants than outdoor air. But in Boston in February, you’re not about to fling open all your windows to air out your home! So what can you do? Consider getting an air purifier to improve your indoor air quality. Here’s what you should know.

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How a Humidifier Can Help You Stay Warm

Monday, February 14th, 2022

Relaxing on cold winter's nightAlthough many people tend to focus on the importance of furnaces and insulation in terms of keeping themselves warm, there are other things to help you keep cozy. Humidifiers are one of these devices. While they’re normally thought of as devices that help improve air quality, they can actually be rather useful as it pertains to helping you stay as warm as possible while indoors. With that in mind, the following is a closer look at how a humidifier in Boston, MA can help you stay warm.

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Why You Need a Dehumidifier

Monday, June 21st, 2021

woman-feeling-hot-and-trying-to-refresh-in-summertime-heatSpring and summer are the two times of the year where you start to consider your cooling with a little more intention. You start to ask yourself questions that you might not have given a lot of thought before like, “Is my current air conditioner really worth the money?” You might even start to crunch the numbers on this calculation.

If you realize that things aren’t adding up and you need help with your air conditioning services, then we want to help you. One thing that you might be overlooking is your indoor air quality. We want to help you start things out with your dehumidifier services in Boston, MA.

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It’s Time for an IAQ Filter

Monday, August 3rd, 2020

air-conditioning-servicesIf you haven’t already considered your indoor air quality services, it’s time for you to do so now. We’d like you to ask yourself a few questions before we venture any further:

  • Are you comfortable in your home?
  • Are you paying a reasonable amount for your HVAC services?
  • Can you rely on your air conditioner?

If there any questions above that you can’t answer with a confident “yes,” then your home is missing out on something. That “something” is more than likely the right indoor air quality services. You need great indoor quality to really stay comfortable in your home. It’s going to help your bottom line too.

If you’re ready to find an air filter in Boston, MA, then we’re ready to help you.

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How a Humidifier Can Help You Through Cold and Flu Season

Monday, February 18th, 2019

Struggling through cold and flu season this year? You can avoid the majority of those sniffles with the help of a humidifier! Humidifiers are great for your indoor air quality in Boston, MA because they work to balance the moisture in your home. Boston winters are two things: cold and dry. The dry air outdoors and in your home means that your body dries out too.

Your indoor air quality affects your health, comfort, and even your home furnishings. Installing a whole-home humidifier means that you hydrate your home and body and fortify your home against potential indoor air quality problems.

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Factors That Affect Your IAQ And What to Do About Them

Monday, January 7th, 2019

Sick woman blowing her noseIt’s easy to be concerned with the quality of the air quality in your city, especially here in Boston, but your indoor air quality should be an area of concern too. If you’re worried about your indoor air quality you’re already a step ahead. Your indoor air quality directly impacts your home comfort, the quality of your health, and the efficiency of your HVAC system. If you’d like to improve your indoor air quality in Boston, MA then contact our team. We have the best technicians available in the area and we’re committed to providing you with the best service available.

If you’d like to know what common household factors in your home, keep reading below.

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The Importance of a Humidifier for Your Home

Monday, September 17th, 2018

fall-leavesWhen you think of humidity your mind probably travels to thoughts of our hot and sticky Boston summers. Most people think of humidity as a burden rather than a necessary element contributing to their comfort. Your home actually needs humidity during the colder months. Our fall and winter seasons up North are dry which greatly impacts your indoor air quality. If your home is lacking humidity, then temperatures inside will be less comfortable, and your health will suffer. Don’t let dry fall air negatively impact your home life, if you need humidifier services in Boston, MA our team is the right fit for the job.

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Humidifiers Make a Good Addition to Your Home this Winter

Monday, February 19th, 2018

humidifier-relative-humidityWe live in one of the coldest parts of the country, and freezing temperatures are pretty much par for the course in February. We rightfully focus on keeping our homes warm with heaters and furnaces in the winter. But temperature is not the only factor that goes into household comfort. You also have to deal with humidity levels, which can get pretty low in the winter and cause all kinds of problems as a result. A whole-house humidifier might be the best solution to a problem that’s going to bedevil you whenever temperatures start to drop.

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Dehumidifiers Keep Your Home Comfortable

Monday, July 24th, 2017

dehumidifiers-comfortable-homeNew England summers are beastly, and they seem to get worse every year. This summer is no exception and homeowners in the Boston area are well-justified in focusing on their air conditioners to keep their space cool and comfortable. But temperature isn’t the only factor in a comfortable home. Humidity plays a huge part as well, and while air conditioners can crudely address the issue of muggy air, there are better ways to solve the problem. A whole-house dehumidifier can address the problem properly and help maintain comfort levels, as well as providing a number of other advantages in the process.

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Consider a Dehumidifier This Spring

Monday, March 13th, 2017

We’re emerging from a long winter, but with spring right around the corner, temperatures are going to start to climb. With them comes higher humidity levels, and by the time summer hits, our Reading, MA atmosphere is going to resemble a swamp. That puts a great deal of strain on air  conditioning systems, which can handle high humidity, but only crudely and using a great deal of unnecessary energy to boot.

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