Category: Indoor Air Quality

What causes people to suffer poor health? When asked such a question, most people refer to things like poor diet, lack of exercise, and genetic factors. However, if you have noticed a decline in your health, it could actually be caused by the air you breathe in your home every day. You might be surprised to find out how poor the indoor air quality in your home is. There are many seemingly innocent items in most households that can cause concerns with your health. After reading this article, you may want to throw a few items away. Items Affecting Indoor Air Quality In Your Home: Paraffin candles, for example, are a major cause of poor indoor air quality in homes. The candles give off two different carcinogen as well as some chemicals that are also found in exhaust fumes. Throw the paraffin candles away. Replace them with soy or beeswax candles scented only with natural essential oils. Air fresheners are no good for you either, and they are especially harmful to babies and young children. They contain phthalates, which can disrupt hormone function in children and can interfere with their reproductive development. Your furniture might also be having an adverse impact

Homeowners across the San Fernando Valley are becoming increasingly concerned with indoor air quality or IAQ.  We’ve spent decades using candles and plug-in scents to make our house smell more like a cozy home environment. But air quality is so much more than just the odor it has. And when you research ways to improve indoor air quality (IAQ), you’re likely to come across air purifiers.  Many of our customers across the Los Angeles area have heard of air purifiers, but they question the effectiveness of these devices. It is totally understandable to be skeptical! There is a lot of conflicting information out there on the internet, so it’s important to do your research before investing in a new home appliance. So, let’s get the big question out of the way… Do Air Purifiers Work? Yes, air purifiers work. Of course, it’s important to understand what “it works” means. There are many myths about IAQ devices. Here at MightyServ, we install Carrier Infinity Air Purifiers. This product is installed within the ductwork inside your home. This way, all the air that flows through your home will also flow through this air purifier.  The Carrier Infinity Air Purifier has been tested

Southern California is a beautiful place to live – we certainly love it here! But unfortunately, wildfires are part of the not-so-fun reality of residing in the area. Wildfires can make outdoor air unhealthy to breathe, which means that ensuring great indoor air quality (IAQ) is crucial for homeowners in the San Fernando Valley and surrounding areas. Why Does a Wildfire Have Any Affect on Indoor Air Quality? To put it simply, your home is not sealed off from the outside world. The air from the outside can make its way inside your home. So if the outside air quality is poor, it can create poor indoor air quality too. Outdoor air can make its way inside your home in a few ways:  Source: EPA Depending on how close your home is to an active wildfire and the density of the smoke, your IAQ will fluctuate alongside outside air quality fluctuations. How To Protect My Indoor Air Quality During Wildfires Take action now to protect the health of your family during California’s wildfire season. Here are our recommendations: Take Action Now to Ensure Great IAQ During California’s Wildfires Long-time Los Angeles residents will tell you: wildfire season is no joke.