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Air Conditioning and Your Health

Air Conditioning and Your Health

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As Floridians in 2019, we rejoice in our ability to instantly cool our homes. This powerful technology keeps us cool and comfortable even on the hottest summer days. Without AC the heat can really get to us on a physical level. Air Conditioning Reduces Heat-Induced Illness Along with a hot tropical environment comes the increased likelihood of heat-related sickness. This can include dehydration, asthma attacks, and even sun poisoning or heat stroke. Severe heat has also been shown to affect…

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5 Ways to Cool Down This Summer

5 Ways to Cool Down This Summer

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This summer here in Southwest Florida has been a scorcher. Temperatures feel far warmer due to the heat index than it reads on the thermometer. With humidity at an all-time high, it makes spending time in our beautiful Florida weather trying even for the most seasoned Floridian. Here are our top suggestions for keeping cool this summer, no matter how hot it is outside! #1 Surprisingly do not crank down your air conditioner to an unusually low temperature. Setting your…

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You Are Breathing in Indoor Air Pollutants Every Single Day

You Are Breathing in Indoor Air Pollutants Every Single Day

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While we may not be able to visually see the air we are breathing in and that can lead to the assumption that it is clean air, the truth is that there are pollutants floating around in the air we breathe not only outdoors but also in our homes if we do not have a good quality air filtration system in place. In fact, according to research done by the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), the air circulating inside your home…

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What Do You Really Know About Your Air Filter?

What Do You Really Know About Your Air Filter?

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Let’s face it, we don’t give much thought to our air conditioners unless they break down. Making sure to regularly change your air filter can drastically improve your unit’s efficiency as well as helping to keep your air clean and your health at its most optimal. The main purpose of an air filter is to help trap dirt and dust and keep it from clogging up and reducing the efficiency of your HVAC unit as well as keeping the dirt…

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Should I Get a UV Light in My AC to Help Deter Mold?

Should I Get a UV Light in My AC to Help Deter Mold?

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If you have an older AC unit it very likely does not include a UV (Ultra Violet) light. In Florida, it is especially important to listen to the recommendations of your AC technician and include one in your installation initially or add one during maintenance. The reason being that Florida is such a damp humid tropical environment that moisture cannot help but to collect in the ductwork no matter how efficient your HVAC unit is. That small bit of condensation…

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Turn off your AC and Let the Fresh Air Flow!

Turn off your AC and Let the Fresh Air Flow!

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It is that time of year once again Southwest Florida. Crisp cool air has hit the state. Windows and screened indoors are opening and a brisk refreshing breeze is filling homes with fresh air. With temperatures dropping into the 50’s there is no reason to keep your air conditioning on and running. To maintain a comfortable temperature in your home, open the windows on both sides of the house to allow for a good cross breeze. Turn on ceiling fans…

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