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All About Short Cycling in Air Conditioners: Signs and Solutions

By Dows ClimateCare | Date: 03-10-2024

Short cycling is a common but serious issue that can undermine the efficiency of your air conditioning system. By understanding the signs and taking appropriate action, you can protect your investment and maintain a comfortable home. Let’s take a deeper look at this critical AC issue below. What Is Short Cycling in Air Conditioners? Short […]

These 5 Indoor Pollutants Could Be In Your Household Air

By Dows ClimateCare | Date: 22-12-2023

Our efficient, airtight homes have led to a slowing of the exchange of air from indoors to out, and because of this, the EPA estimates that indoor air can be up to five times more polluted than outside. Here are the five most common indoor pollutants, and what you can do about them. 1. Pesticides […]

Understanding CADR: Why It’s Crucial for Your Air Purifier Selection

By Dows ClimateCare | Date: 18-10-2023

When shopping for air purifiers, you’ve likely come across the term CADR—Clean Air Delivery Rate. But what does it signify, and why should you care? Here, we explain this air purifier rating and its role in ensuring optimal indoor air quality. CADR Explained CADR quantifies how effective an air purifier is at removing specific pollutants […]

Answering Air Purifier FAQs: Your Guide to Removing Smells and Toxins

By Dows ClimateCare | Date: 21-08-2023

We Canadians spend much of our time indoors, where pollutant levels can often exceed those found outdoors. The best way to reduce your exposure to indoor air pollution is by using an air purifier. But how do you know which one to choose or what to look for? Here, we lay out the info you […]

Indoor Air Quality Inspection Checklist: What to Consider

By Dows ClimateCare | Date: 20-11-2022

Indoor air quality refers to the purity of the air within an interior space. Ensuring a building has good indoor air quality promotes the health, comfort and wellbeing of those living and working within it. In this article, we explain what to consider when monitoring and purifying your indoor air. How to Test Indoor Air […]

6 Ways to Reduce Allergens in Your Home

By Dows ClimateCare | Date: 04-08-2022

From dog hair to tree pollen to your aunt’s perfume, how do you get rid of allergens? You want your home to be a comfortable place with an HVAC system that either won’t allow allergens in or will make quick work of them. Plus, there are other things you can do to reduce allergens in […]

Guide to Air Quality in Kingston (Outdoor and Indoor)

By Dows ClimateCare | Date: 10-06-2022

Pollution is prevalent in most areas of the world. But the level of pollution varies depending on where you live. Luckily, Kingston air quality isn’t the worst, but it’s not risk-free. Poor air quality can lead to asthma and allergies, among other respiratory diseases. But what determines outdoor air quality, and at what air quality […]

Signs of High Humidity Indoors (and How to Fix it)

By Dows ClimateCare | Date: 14-05-2021

The humidity in your home can affect your comfort and your health. When the humidity is too high, you may not realize it, but it can still make respiratory conditions and allergies worse. It might also make your home feel warmer and undermine the condition of your fabrics and wood. Here’s how you can notice if you […]

How Does Humidity Affect the Temperature in a House?

By Dows ClimateCare | Date: 05-11-2020

Humidity is a measurement of the moisture content in the air. Temperature affects humidity. The warmer it is, the more humidity the air can carry. It works the other way too; different levels of humidity cause us to perceive the same temperature differently. It’s like how the wind affects how warm you feel when you’re […]

Improving the Air and Removing Pollutants in the Home

By Dows ClimateCare | Date: 19-05-2020

Indoor air quality is an important factor for any homeowner. Whether you are sleeping, cooking dinner, reading a book, working on a computer, exercising or relaxing in front of the television, you’re breathing the entire time. Removing pollutants from your home and improving air quality doesn’t need to be complicated if you have the right […]

All About Short Cycling in Air Conditioners: Signs and Solutions

These 5 Indoor Pollutants Could Be In Your Household Air

Understanding CADR: Why It’s Crucial for Your Air Purifier Selection

Answering Air Purifier FAQs: Your Guide to Removing Smells and Toxins

Indoor Air Quality Inspection Checklist: What to Consider

6 Ways to Reduce Allergens in Your Home

Guide to Air Quality in Kingston (Outdoor and Indoor)

Signs of High Humidity Indoors (and How to Fix it)

How Does Humidity Affect the Temperature in a House?

Improving the Air and Removing Pollutants in the Home

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