Peatson's Heating and Air Conditioning Ltd. Blog: Archive for the ‘Indoor Air Quality’ Category

Combat Wildfire Smoke in Canada with an Air Filtration System

Monday, September 11th, 2023

2023 was one of the worst wildfire seasons we’ve ever experienced in Canada. Wildfire smoke and ash are incredibly harmful to breathe. And unfortunately, wildfires are an issue that isn’t going away any time soon. That’s why you need an air filtration system in your home. These are whole house solutions that are designed to solve the problem of poor air quality due to not only wildfire smoke, but pollution in general.

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Wildfire Season Again? Why You Need a Whole House Air Purifier

Monday, June 5th, 2023

It’s not even officially summer and Ontario has already suffered from another bout of wildfire smoke. With the increase in wildfires over the years, many homeowners have purchased air purifiers that are designed to clean the air in their homes. However, these portable devices have their shortcomings and aren’t able to clean more than a room or two at a time.

When it comes to combatting not only wildfire smoke but also poor indoor air quality, the best defense is a good offense. That’s why we recommend the installation of a whole house air purifier system. These systems are installed in your HVAC system to clean the air of every room in your home, hence the name “whole house.”  

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Why Your Ductwork Is So Important

Monday, March 13th, 2023
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Ductwork is something that’s out of sight, out of mind for most homeowners. It’s understandable that you don’t really think about something that’s tucked behind the walls and ceilings of your home. However, just because you can’t see your ductwork doesn’t mean that you should neglect it. Your ducts are a vital part of your home comfort.

If you think of your HVAC system as the heart of your home, your ducts are its arteries. Just like the arteries distribute blood throughout the body, your ductwork is what delivers the conditioned air to your home. If your ductwork isn’t in optimal condition, it affects many things such as your utility bills, your indoor air quality (IAQ), and your home comfort in general.

Let’s take a look at how we can help you improve your home’s ductwork in Oakville, ON.

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Home Improvement Folks Need an Air Purifier

Tuesday, March 15th, 2022

As a key determinant of health and wellbeing, the quality of your space’s air matters. There are a number of things that can impact the quality of your air, from the products used in your home to its exterior surroundings. With the capacity to be affected by a number of pollutants and agitators, it is often worse indoors than out. This is the case for every home, but especially for those who take up home improvement projects often.

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Target Contaminants With an Air Purifier

Friday, February 11th, 2022

Air purifiers are amazing pieces of technology. Before UV air purifiers were invented, we paid professionals to do extensive work throughout our air ducts and our homes just to remove half as many contaminants as these systems can do on their own. The amount of legwork and elbow grease that was required to do what an air purifier does is pretty remarkable.

We know that to anyone who isn’t familiar with air purifiers in Vaughan, ON, they can seem like magic. We’ve met plenty of homeowners that just don’t trust them because they simply don’t understand how a system so small and simple could do so much.

Well, you’re in the right place. Today, we’re going to go into deep detail about how UV air purifiers work, how they target contaminants, and ultimately how they keep your home clean, safe, and odor-free. Just make sure you call our team for an installation if you’re interested!

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Your Ducts Need to Be Addressed

Monday, January 3rd, 2022

When your heater is at full blast, do you feel the heat coming from every vent in your house? Yes, we said every vent, not just some of the vents. The truth is that ductwork in a lot of older homes is not in the best shape, and this blog post is about what can potentially go wrong with leaving your air ducts unaddressed.

Many homeowners believe that the culprit to their heating woes is either their heating system, or their home itself, but they rarely point fingers at the possible culprit of their ductwork. Air duct services in Brampton are necessary for a variety of reasons. Contaminants can get cycled through your air ducts and your vents, and your heating can start to suffer when you’re neglecting one of the most integral parts of the whole ecosystem in your house!

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How Long Does an Air Filter Last?

Monday, July 19th, 2021

We talk a lot about air purification systems and air conditioners on this blog, but we don’t give nearly enough attention to air filters.

Air filtration systems go through a lot of abuse. While homeowners might understand that cleaning an air filter is a regular practice, those air filter systems also don’t last forever. In fact, an air filter will start to lose effectiveness after about five years, and depending on the type of air filtration system, you’ll see more contaminants in your air as a result.

We’re not saying this to scare you or make you think your air filter is falling apart. Instead, we’d like to take this as an opportunity for you to invest in air filter replacement in Brampton, ON that takes care of your air like your old one used to.

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3 Things to Remember About Your Air Purifier

Monday, April 26th, 2021

Air purifiers are nifty tools, but too many homeowners just know the bare minimum amount of information about them. They don’t just eliminate the more well-known contaminants like mold spores and bacteria, they actually help eliminate viruses and other contaminants that seek to do harm to you and your family.

However, we understand that your comfort must reconcile with your budget. You want your home to be comfortable and you don’t want to shell the money you saved up for vacation on six different systems to make a tiny difference in your home. You want major, measurable differences in your air quality for a lower price. That’s why an air purifier in Milton, ON is so important. It doesn’t just keep you healthy and safe, it also improves your comfort in numerous ways.

Keep reading as we go into 3 additional benefits of an air purifier that homeowners often forget!

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Duct Sealing: How It Can Help You

Monday, October 26th, 2020

Homeowners think that their HVAC system is the only important component to their energy-efficiency. While it certainly is the most important aspect of it, since your air conditioner or heater will produce the comfortable temperatures you need, it’s not the only piece.

Your ductwork is a huge part of the cooling and heating process as well, and the leakier it is, the more problems you’re going to encounter. Not only that, but no matter how powerful your heater is, it’ll never be able to keep you cozy and comfortable for an affordable price without sealed ducts.

Do you need duct sealing in Brampton, ON? What are the conditions of your ducts? Well, we can answer those questions if you keep reading. We’ll talk about everything that can be improved by duct sealing. This is an absolutely essential service and we promise you’ll be better off after you get it done.

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Protect Your Home From These Harmful Particles

Monday, August 17th, 2020
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Could you use an air purifier in Mississauga, ON? That might be a difficult question to think about, but perhaps we can get one step closer to answering it today. It’s no wonder that we’ve all been spending more time inside due to the pandemic, which means we’re keener on the quality of our indoor air. Certain harmful particles can become a huge detriment to our lives when we aren’t set up with an indoor air quality system to combat them.

We’d like to talk about air purifiers. More specifically—what air purifiers do and how they can keep certain unwanted particles out of your home. From mold spores to viruses and bacteria, a UV air purifier is a proven method of keeping home air clean and fresh. We want you to imagine what it might be like having one of those systems in your own home!

Interested? Good. Keep reading to find out more.

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