Indoor Air Quality Articles

The reality is airborne contaminants, such as dust, dirt, and pet dander, can negatively impact the indoor air quality (IAQ) of your Oregon home. At Frank’s and Orca Heating & Refrigeration, we want you to breathe in fresh air, which is why we offer maintenance to keep your HVAC in top shape.

As wildfires continue to spread across California, Oregon, and other parts of the country, this is an appropriate time to think about improving the indoor air quality (IAQ) of your Harbor home or business. Even if you and your loved ones are unaffected by the ash and smoke, these fires remind us all of the importance of fresh air.

Our professionals at Frank’s and Orca Heating & Refrigeration 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.

Let our qualified technicians at Frank’s and Orca Heating & Refrigeration inspect, clean, and, if necessary, repair your heating and cooling system. Your HVAC equipment will operate at peak efficiency and with minimal sound after a tune-up. You will notice the enhanced comfort and improved bedtime atmosphere in your Harbor home.

Did you know the average American spends nearly 90 percent of life indoors? That’s why it is increasingly important to ensure indoor air quality (IAQ) is clean and healthy. 

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 Crescent City home—as well as what the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are in case you are exposed.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the novel coronavirus disease 2019—also known as COVID-19—can cause mild to severe respiratory illness when an individual is exposed to the virus.

In the winter, being snug as a bug in a rug in your home can be cozy, but it can also play havoc with your indoor air quality (IAQ) here in OR, creating some significant health problems. At Frank’s and Orca Heating & Refrigeration, we recommend taking precautions to avoid the common issues associated with winter indoor air quality.

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

At Frank’s and Orca Heating & Refrigeration, we’re glad to share as much information as possible about protecting your IAQ.

Investing in one or more of these technologies and tools will help you and your family breathe a little easier.

Get ready for cooler weather here in Harbor—fall is around the corner! When the outdoor temperatures start to drop, you probably will spend more time inside your home. Be sure to focus on enhancing your indoor air quality (IAQ) so that you can boost your overall home comfort and enjoy the autumn season to its fullest.

Indoor humidity is a drag. It makes relaxing extremely difficult—after all, you are sweating inside your home! It can affect your health, triggering asthma attacks and flaring allergies. It tends to put everyone in a sluggish mood—even the goldfish. Let’s zap that excess moisture right out of the room, and look at ways to manage your California home’s relative indoor humidity.

Your air ducts circulate a supply of fresh and properly treated air. But since ductwork mostly hides behind walls, ceilings, and floors, many California homeowners don’t take the time to monitor its condition.

To diagnose and correct your leaky duct problem is a simple process that will greatly improve the comfort and health of your household.

By changing your filter on a regular basis, you can help increase the efficiency of your HVAC system.

As wildfires continue to spread across California, Oregon, and other parts of the country, this is an appropriate time to think about improving the indoor air quality (IAQ) of your home or business.

You should consider having your air ducts cleaned if you notice any or all of the following situations in your home.

If you have a large home with multiple stories or a large household with family members who prefer different temperatures, consider installing a zone control system.

Our team can help you find ways to reduce allergens in your household through different indoor air quality solutions.

Improving the indoor air quality of your home or business can lead to better health, comfort, and budget.

Looking to eliminate dust in your home? You can greatly reduce dust levels by following some of the recommendations below.

Do you know the impact that clogged air filters have on your home? Replacing dirty air filters can mean better health and comfort.

Air filters and air cleaners ensure clean indoor air for your household. Our team is here to show you currently available solutions.

Energy-efficient homes are more common than ever. Although they provide many benefits, including reducing overall energy usage and a smaller carbon footprint, they come with some disadvantages as well.  What Disadvantages? The most significant disadvantage is poor indoor air quality. Tightly sealed Crescent City area homes prevent heated and cooled air from escaping as easily,…