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Whole-House Humidifier Settings — Tips For Reduced Energy Costs, And Improved Comfort And Health

By Dennis Oster | Published: January 5, 2012

Whole-house humidifiers push liquid vapor into the duct and vent system of a home, preventing indoor air from becoming too dry in the winter. This is important in areas with

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How Routine Filter Changes Can Keep Your Furnace Performing Better And Longer

By Dennis Oster | Published: January 3, 2012

The furnace filters in your heating system play a huge role in determining how efficiently your furnace will perform and how long it will last you. Neglecting to replace dirty

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To Clear The Air In Your Home, Consider A Whole House Air Purification System

By Dennis Oster | Published: November 17, 2011

Poor indoor air quality can not only aggravate allergies, asthma and other respiratory problems, but it can also leave your home feeling stale and uninviting. One of the best ways

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Why Getting To Know MERV Is A Good Idea When You’re Shopping For Air Filters

By Dennis Oster | Published: August 23, 2011

Using the proper air filters in your home heating and cooling system will do wonders for you home’s indoor air quality or IAQ. Changing the filters regularly is also important,

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Simple Ways To Allergy-Proof Your Home During The Height Of Wisconsin Pollen Season

By Dennis Oster | Published: August 11, 2011

This time of year there’s sure a lot of sneezing going on here in west-central Wisconsin. Lots of watery, itchy eyes too. This makes it an ideal time for a

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Factors To Consider When You’re Choosing An Air-Purification System

By Dennis Oster | Published: June 21, 2011

Whether you have allergies, are concerned about mold and mildew or just want peace of mind with the knowledge that your indoor air is clean, air-purification systems can provide many

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High-Efficiency HVAC Equipment Calls For Expert Ductwork Design and Installation

By Dennis Oster | Published: June 16, 2011

A new, high-efficiency furnace or air conditioner can be limited by older or poorly designed ductwork. Whether you are building a new home or upgrading your existing heating and cooling

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Have Your Air Conditioning System Checked Out To Keep It Humming All Summer Long

By Dennis Oster | Published: June 2, 2011

You’ve done your spring cleaning, the kids are getting ready for summer vacation and you’re starting to plan camping trips and visits to the lake. You are ready for summer,

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What You Need To Know About The Quality Of Your Indoor Air

By Dennis Oster | Published: May 26, 2011

Whether you live in the city of Eau Claire, or in the countryside in west-central Wisconsin, it is important to have good indoor air quality. Indoor air is often more

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Simple Preventive Maintenance Can Keep Your System From Quitting On You When You Need It The Most

By Dennis Oster | Published: May 24, 2011

Preventive maintenance is one of the best ways to keep your heating and cooling systems in prime working condition. Qualified HVAC contractors can perform an annual checkup on your system

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