Gowland's Heating & A/C Blog: Archive for the ‘Indoor Air Quality’ Category

Air Quality Systems Need Maintenance, Too

Monday, August 26th, 2024

Autumn is approaching! The kids are heading back to school, the air conditioner isn’t working quite as hard, and it’s time to think about scheduling a service appointment for your heating system before you need to start it up for the first time of the season. But what about the rest of your HVAC system? Does it need service?

Your HVAC system consists of your air conditioner, your furnace or other heating system, and the ductwork that connects these appliances to your vents so that the heated and cooled air can be circulated throughout your house. But the HVAC system can also include other things. If you have air quality systems such as air filters, electronic air cleaners, UV air purifiers, humidifiers, or dehumidifiers, they need maintenance, too.

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The Key Benefits Of An Air scrubber

Monday, January 15th, 2024

In the quest for a healthier home environment, the role of air quality cannot be overstated. Enter the air scrubber. A modern, high-tech and powerful ally in the battle against indoor pollutants and other contaminants. You’ve probably heard of air scrubbers in Slidell, LA, before.

However, did you know that they can do a lot more than just a common air filter? Let’s delve into the key benefits of an air scrubber. We’ll explore their functionality and the positive impact it can have on your home and well-being.

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Ways a Dehumidifier Can Benefit Your Home

Monday, October 23rd, 2023

Do you ever feel like your home is in a constant battle with humidity? The sticky air, musty odors and that constant feeling of dampness can be a real downer. But fear not, because there’s a solution in the world of home comfort. It’s dehumidifier installation in Slidell, LA! Let’s look at the wonderful ways a dehumidifier can transform your living space into a haven of cozy contentment.

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Air Purifiers Help You Sleep Better, Here’s How

Thursday, July 6th, 2023

Do you find it challenging to get a good night’s sleep? Are you tired of waking up feeling groggy and unrested? Do you find yourself needing more than just a cup of coffee to get you started in the morning? If so, you’re not alone.

Many homeowners struggle with sleep issues, but there’s a solution that can transform your sleep experience. Air purifiers.

These devices not only clean the air you breathe but also have a significant impact on your sleep quality. Let’s explore how air purifiers can help you sleep better and wake up feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

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How Poor Duct Designs Affects Your HVAC System and Home

Monday, February 13th, 2023

Ducts are an essential part of the majority of homes. They’re responsible for the circulation of air around a house and the delivery of heating and cooling from the heater and the AC.

Unfortunately, many homes have ducts with poor designs and bad installations.

A house may have beautiful construction and impeccable interior design, but hidden behind the walls and up in the attic lurks ductwork that was hastily cobbled together from pre-fabricated parts and installed with a focus on speed over craftsmanship.

What’s even worse is that homeowners often are unaware of these poor designs. It’s easy to notice bad craftsmanship on the inside of your home, such as drape brackets that rip off the wall or chipped wainscoting, but what about the ducts hidden within your home?

Poor duct design will have a major impact on your HVAC system as well as your home, so it’s something you’ll want to have corrected. We’ll look at how bad ducts can turn into trouble in your house.

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Do I Need an Air Filter or an Air Purifier for My Home?

Monday, January 30th, 2023

Although we can’t tell you exactly what your house needs to improve it’s indoor air quality because we don’t (yet) have information about your house, we can make a broad generalization based on the work we’ve done in the past and the statistics about indoor air quality: You probably need both air filters and air purifiers for your home.

The unfortunate fact about IAQ (indoor air quality) is that it’s poor in many modern homes and a leading cause of multiple health problems.

You might think of poor IAQ as something that would only happen if a house isn’t kept clean or if it’s located next to a smog-belching factory. But you can have a clean, wonderful home far away from a major source of air pollution and still end up with poor IAQ.

The reason is an increase in the number of sources for indoor pollutants combined with heavy insulation that prevents fresh air circulation. I.e. you have a house full of pollutants with no easy way for them to escape.

Enter the air filter and the air purifier—one of several indoor air quality services in Chalmette, LA we offer that can help you enjoy much healthier IAQ in your house.

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The Problems of Both High and Low Humidity

Monday, September 12th, 2022

We offer service to install, repair, and maintain whole-house humidifiers and dehumidifiers, so we’ve seen first-hand the difference these devices can make for homeowners. Here in New Orleans, people are often more focused on dehumidifying their homes during the summer months, but low humidity can present serious issues as well during the winter.

This isn’t a question of humidifier vs dehumidifier in Covington, LA—many homeowners have both installed to give them complete control over their indoor humidity. With the power of a whole-house humidifier and dehumidifier, you can find the right balanced humidity any day of the year.

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What You Need to Know About Air Filtration Systems

Monday, August 1st, 2022

Along with our services for air conditioning and heating, we also provide home performance and indoor air quality services, such as air filtration and air purification systems in Slidell, LA. You may have wondered if you could benefit from having an air filtration system in your house. It’s something many homeowners are thinking about now.

We’ll go into detail about what you can expect from air filters to help you with making choices about your home’s indoor air quality. You can always rely on our team to guide you toward the best options.

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Does My AC’s Air Filter Help With Indoor Air Quality?

Monday, April 25th, 2022

First, we’re glad to hear that you know about the air filter for your air conditioning system. If your AC is in the same cabinet as your furnace (and this is the most common type of HVAC setup), then the same filter works for both units. It’s important to know about this filter, since you must change it routinely to help your HVAC system work at the optimal condition and avoid several serious problems, which can include the system overheating and the evaporator coil freezing over.

But if you think that the AC filter is there to help improve the air quality of your home, we’re glad you stopped by to read this. Although the filter has some effect on air quality, it’s usually harming the indoor air quality because the filter is too congested. The filter otherwise doesn’t noticeably improve air quality.

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The Importance of Proper Ventilation for Your Commercial Building

Monday, February 28th, 2022

At Gowland’s, we work on more than residential heating and cooling. We’re also pros when it comes to commercial HVAC in Kenner, LA and throughout the New Orleans area. We can help local businesses achieve the right balance of indoor climate through heating and cooling system installations.

You already know the importance of proper climate control for a building—the wrong temperatures not only affect employees, customers, clients, tenants, etc. but can also ruin equipment and make it impossible to achieve daily tasks. But business owners often overlook the ventilation system of their building—the “V” in “HVAC”—when it comes to HVAC service. We’ll explain why it’s critical to have professionals help with your ductwork and building ventilation.

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