Category Archives: Mold

New River’s Recommended Systems For Improved Indoor Air Quality

By Terry Lawson | Published: November 24, 2011

Maintaining high indoor air quality is an essential health and comfort consideration for you and your family. The detrimental effects of indoor pollutants can potentially trigger allergic reactions as well as

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UV Lights: Make Them Part Of Your Clean-Air Strategy

By Terry Lawson | Published: September 13, 2011

No matter how hard you try to prevent the growth of mold, mildew and bacteria in your home, they can often find a way to enter your home and propagate.

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When Heat And Humidity Prohibit Fresh Air From Windows, Use These Tips To Upgrade Indoor Air Quality

By Terry Lawson | Published: September 8, 2011

The weather in Virginia can often bring about high levels of heat and humidity. Most people choose to stay indoors and keep everything closed to try and stay comfortable, but

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Ways You Can Allergy-Proof Your Home During Virginia’s Peak Pollen Season

By Terry Lawson | Published: August 25, 2011

The natural beauty of Southwest Virginia can have some nasty side effects if you are one of the many people who suffer from allergies. Although you can’t control the pollen

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Continuous Attic Ventilation: How It Can Help You Lower Your Cooling Costs

By Terry Lawson | Published: August 23, 2011

Summertime in Western Virginia often means hefty cooling bills, but you can lower these costs and improve home comfort with continuous attic ventilation. Without proper ventilation, your attic can become

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Need Humidity Control? Have You Considered Dehumidification Systems?

By Terry Lawson | Published: July 26, 2011

When moisture levels in your home increase due to seasonal changes, mold spores, bacteria and dust mites can be at an all time high inside your home and dehumidification is

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Air Handlers Impact Efficiency, Use Variable-Speed Models To Get The Best Results

By Terry Lawson | Published: July 19, 2011

During the summer, energy usage skyrockets in the typical home as hot weather conditions prompt you to use your air conditioner constantly. If you have a single-speed air handler, you

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Attic-Sealing Strategies Give Western Virginia Residents A Solid Plan For Comfort And Efficiency

By Terry Lawson | Published: July 14, 2011

To make sure you keep your house as energy-efficient and comfortable as possible, you need to implement attic-sealing strategies. These will help to keep your attic at a moderate temperature

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Dehumidifier Buying Guide: Finding the Right One For Your Needs

By Terry Lawson | Published: July 7, 2011

Humidity refers to the moisture levels in the air. A Relative Humidity rating is used to indicate the amount of moisture in the air at a particular time. An RH

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Dust, Mold and Maybe Even Vermin — Three Very Good Reasons For A Thorough Duct Cleaning

By Terry Lawson | Published: July 5, 2011

Getting a thorough duct cleaning should be done at least once each year in areas such as southwest Virginia. These cleanings remove dust, mold and even vermin from the ducts

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