One of the questions we get a lot from our customers here at Blue Ridge Heating & Air is “What humidity level should my home be at? The quick answer is between 30- 50%, but humidity varies a lot over the course of the year and varies with the weather, so let’s learn a little more about humidity together. We…
Mold is a serious concern for homeowners, posing health risks and damaging property. If you’ve noticed a musty smell or seen black spots on your walls, ceilings, or HVAC systems, you might have a mold problem. But did you know that biogrowth and allergens can also be significant issues? Let’s dive into the dangers of mold, biogrowth, and allergens, how…
Air filters can be hard to keep up with. They need to be replaced often, and many people don’t believe that they’re necessary to replace. But this is not true; in fact, the benefits of replacing an air filter go beyond just making the air a bit cleaner. They not only improve the air quality inside your house, but keeping…
Duct cleaning is a service that tends to draw some extreme opinions from people. “It’s a waste of money. It’s a scam! Don’t advertise your duct cleaning scams in our Facebook group.” …on and on. We’ve heard different opinions from customers, as well as other HVAC contractors. We want to let you know what we actually think, and what you…
Most folks in the Carolinas only think about the impact of high humidity on the heat index in the summertime, meaning you feel hotter than the temperature alone should make you feel. Humidity in the air holds heat, and you feel it in July and August. What you may not realize is that low humidity can make you “feel” colder…
Believe it or not, there are HVAC allergy solutions available today. If you are anything like me, you have a love-hate relationship with springtime. You love the fact that you no longer need a jacket, can enjoy the sun, seeing the grass turn back to green, and the trees and flowers bud. The outside air is so great that you…
High humidity levels in your home will generally lead you to set your thermostat at a lower temperature. The hot, humid air of July is what we think of when someone mentions the “dog days of summer”. We are used to the meteorologists talking about not only the forecasted temperature, but also the “heat index”. Simply put, when the humidity…
When choosing new HVAC systems, you must get not only the best equipment, but also a trustworthy service and maintenance provider. Whether you are thinking about a new system or already have one, you also want the best air filters to make your system perform excellently and last a long time. Being the customer, you want to live comfortably and…
Why is it essential to monitor indoor air quality? It is mainly for the customer’s health and satisfaction. Unclean air can lead to serious health problems such as irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat, headaches, dizziness, fatigue, and respiratory and heart disease. These are caused by radon, VOC (“Volatile organic compounds are organic chemicals that have a high vapor…
One of the simplest ways to keep the air in your home clean is by replacing your HVAC system’s air filter on a regular basis. It’s easy to do, and the filters aren’t very expensive, yet still many people forget to do it as often as they should. When you change your air filter, you are helping keep the air…
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