Indoor Air Quality Articles

5 Ways to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality

August 29, 2024
5 Ways to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality. Senior woman feeling pain at home.

The reality is airborne contaminants, such as dust, dirt, and pet dander, can negatively impact the indoor air quality (IAQ) of your Rhode Island home. At Ocean State Air Solutions, we want you to breathe in fresh air, which is why we offer maintenance to keep your HVAC in top shape.

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Why Is a Home Dehumidifier Important?

April 30, 2024
Why Is a Home Dehumidifier Important? Glass door with condensation and a tree, high humidity.

Our professionals at Ocean State Air Solutions want to provide you with the information to create a healthy, comfortable environment for you and your family. Here is some important information about dehumidifiers and the role they play in your home’s health and comfort.

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What Does Indoor Air Quality Have to Do With Allergies?

March 29, 2024
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If your Newport home is facing air-quality issues, you may be suffering anything from minor discomfort to significant allergy or health problems.

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Learn the Facts About Carbon Monoxide

March 15, 2024
Learn the Facts About Carbon Monoxide. Woman watching technician installing a carbon monoxide detector in ceiling.

We often hear from Rhode Island customers who want to understand the risks of carbon monoxide (CO). At Ocean State Air Solutions, we’re glad to share as much information as possible about protecting your indoor air quality (IAQ)—especially when it comes to the deadly nature of this silent killer.

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Video – Does Indoor Air Quality Affect My Pet?

February 29, 2024
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Protect your pets from indoor air pollution by changing your air filters regularly.

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Video – Replace Your Air Filter

January 31, 2024
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Change your HVAC filters regularly, as recommended, which is usually at least every three months. A good HEPA filter will catch the particles before they reach your lungs. There’s so much floating in the air our eyes can’t see, and changing your filter as recommended makes all the difference.

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How to Reduce Dust in Your Home

December 29, 2023
How to Reduce Dust in Your Home. Photo of boy cleans at home.

Don’t let your home be another one that bites the dust. Everyone has it, and nobody wants it. In reality, dust is no laughing matter, no matter the setting. It’s easy to see how it can affect the indoor air quality (IAQ) of your Portsmouth home.

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What Do Air Purifiers and Air Filters Do?

June 14, 2023
Image of an air purifier. What Do Air Purifiers and Air Filters Do?

Air filters and air purifiers can reduce the presence of harmful airborne particles, improving indoor air quality (IAQ).

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Why Is Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Important?

May 1, 2023
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Why is indoor air quality important? Our team wants you to know the risks of indoor air pollution and how to reduce it.

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What to Know About Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

April 17, 2023
What to Know About Carbon Monoxide Poisoning? Photo of a carbon monoxide detector in home.

Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is known as the silent killer for a reason—it can easily go undetected and cause illness and even death. It’s critical to learn how to prevent carbon monoxide leaks in your Newport home—as well as what the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are in case you are exposed.

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Why Do I Need a Humidifier?

February 15, 2023
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Winter is here and with it comes freezing temperatures, frequent illness, and dry indoor air. If you struggle with discomfort during the winter in your Portsmouth home, you may benefit from investing in a humidification system.

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How a Whole-House Humidifier Keeps You Healthy

November 14, 2022
A silver humidifier. How a Whole-House Humidifier Keeps You Healthy.

Proper humidity levels can allow you to maintain indoor comfort levels at a lower temperature which uses less energy for heating.

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Video – What Is Carbon Monoxide?

September 30, 2022
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Carbon monoxide is a poisonous, odorless, tasteless gas. It is formed by the incomplete combustion of carbon, or the incomplete burning of natural gas and other things that contain carbon. It can often be mixed with other gasses with odors. Carbon monoxide can result from the burning of any of these, gasoline, kerosene, oil, propane, coal, wood and other things. It is also a byproduct of an internal combustion engine.

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Video – Facts About Humidity

July 27, 2022
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Keep your home cool by learning about what causes humidity and the effects of it in your home.

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Why Air Duct Cleaning Is Important

February 28, 2022
Air Duct Cleaning

Having your air ducts professionally cleaned can give you peace of mind, cleaner air, and help your HVAC system work more efficiently.

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Improve Your Home’s Indoor Air Quality

January 31, 2022
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Improving the indoor air quality (IAQ) at your home can help improve your health, your comfort, and your household budget.

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What Indoor Air Quality Accessories Can Help Keep Me Healthy?

January 14, 2022
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Looking to protect you and your home from COVID-19? Use the following list of indoor air quality accessories to find what’s best for you.

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The Basics of Winter Indoor Air Quality

December 15, 2021
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Winter can be a havoc on your home’s indoor air quality. We recommend taking precautions to avoid these common issues.

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Fall Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)

September 30, 2021
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With fall now upon us, cooler temperatures are here to stay. This seasonal transition most definitely affects your home’s indoor air quality.

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Why Is a Home Dehumidifier Important?

September 17, 2021
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Here is some important information about dehumidifiers and the role they play in your home’s health and comfort.

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Air Filters vs. Air Cleaners

July 30, 2021
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Our team wants to share details about air filters and air cleaners to help you ensure clean indoor air for your household.

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Why You Need Whole-House Humidity Control

July 15, 2021
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Use these tips to help control your humidity and reduce humidity related consequences in your household.

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The Problem With Clogged Air Filters

May 28, 2021
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Our team wants to remind you about replacing your home’s clogged air filter, which can improve your health and comfort.

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