Category: Air Quality

A Guide to Improving Indoor Air Quality

By Team Enoch on February 5, 2021

Most Americans spend 80-90% of their time indoors. Combine that figure with the trend towards ever more tightly sealed homes and you’ll realize that indoor air quality…

Dirty Sock Syndrome - What It Is and What to Do

By Team Enoch on November 9, 2020

Where is that awful smell coming from? You’ve kept the house clean, the clothes hampers are all empty, and you’ve taken out the trash...

7 Smart Ways to Improve Your Home’s Indoor Air Quality

By Team Enoch on June 9, 2020

It’s a bit of a paradox. As summertime weather approaches we look forward to being outside more, but the reality of the season’s heat and humidity forces us to spend more time indoors instead. And while we associate poor air quality....

Smart Ways to Protect Your Home From COVID-19

By Team Enoch on March 16, 2020

The rapid spread of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, has created uncertainty and upheaval in our daily lives throughout the nation and the world. The mantra of “social distancing” means that many of us will find ourselves limiting activities like work, shopping, school, and social events, and instead spending more time in our homes for several weeks, perhaps longer.

Smart Ways to Improve Indoor Air Quality

By Team Enoch on January 10, 2020

The colder temperatures and shorter days of winter can mean that we spend a lot more time indoors. And in an effort to keep our homes warm, windows and doors are kept tightly sealed, preventing drafts from entering the house. This helps keep us warm, but it also means that we don’t get as much fresh air into our home...

5 Ways to Improve Air Quality in Your Home by Reducing Allergens

By Team Enoch on September 13, 2019

People tend to think that air pollution is something that only occurs outdoors, but the air quality in your home can also become polluted by a number of toxins, irritants, and allergens. In fact, the air inside of your home is oftentimes more toxic than the air outside. This is because there is limited airflow and once an allergen or irritant is introduced, it becomes more difficult to remove it.

How to Prevent Mold Inside the Home in A Humid Climate

By Team Enoch on September 8, 2019

Mold, mildew, and moisture can occur anywhere at any time but is especially difficult to manage in more humid climates. Because of this, did you know that our indoor environment is anywhere from two to five times more toxic than our outdoor environment?

HVAC Maintenance Tips for Pet Owners

By Team Enoch on August 9, 2019

Being a pet owner can be one of the greatest joy’s life has to offer. You have a loyal and loving companion who greets you every time you walk through the door and is always excited to have you nearby. On the flip side, having a pet can also mean that fur and dander are lurking behind every corner. The vacuum cleaner and lint roller are suddenly your best friend.

Determining When You Need an Air Duct Replacement

By Team Enoch on July 13, 2019

One of the most crucial components of an efficient HVAC system is also one of the most overlooked. Your air ducts account for the majority of airflow within your home and play a key role in the heating and cooling process. With old, ineffective, or inefficient air ducts, you’ll be costing yourself time, money, and comfort.

Easy Ways to Prevent Mold in Your Home

By Team Enoch on June 6, 2019

Discovering mold in your home can surely feel like a nightmare. As an unwanted toxin that can rapidly spread without warning, it’s no wonder people dread the mere thought of it. While some people believe that mold is most prevalent in warm and humid regions, mold can also exist in cooler climates if it is presented with the right conditions.