Indoor Air Quality Articles

What to Know About Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

July 17, 2023
What to Know About Carbon Monoxide Poisoning? Photo of a carbon monoxide detector in home.

Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is known as the silent killer for a reason—it can easily go undetected and cause illness and even death. It’s critical to learn how to prevent carbon monoxide leaks in your Oak Park home—as well as what the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are in case you are exposed.

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Air Filters vs. Air Cleaners

March 15, 2023
A clean air filter up close.

Our highly climate-controlled indoor environments can often be extremely comfortable in our modern world. Combine that with the fact so many of our daily needs are easily met without needing to go outside, and you find a society that spends nearly all its time indoors.

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How a Whole-House Humidifier Keeps You Healthy

November 15, 2022
Image of someone sitting back on their couch. How a Whole-House Humidifier Keeps You Healthy.

There are many advantages to adding a whole-house humidifier to your Illinois home. Adding a humidifier can increase the comfort level in your home and lower your annual energy expenses.

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What Does Indoor Air Quality Have to Do With Allergies?

September 22, 2022
Blog Title: What Does Indoor Air Quality Have to Do With Allergies? Photo: Woman sneezing into a tissue

If your Hinsdale home is facing air-quality issues, you may be suffering anything from minor discomfort to significant allergy or health problems. Our team at Royal American Heating & Cooling wants to help keep your home’s indoor air quality high and you and your family healthy & comfortable.

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Why Is Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Important?

April 14, 2022
Why Is Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Important?

Energy-efficient homes are more common than ever. Although they provide many benefits, including reducing overall energy usage and a smaller carbon footprint, they come with some disadvantages as well. 

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Why Do I Need a Humidifier in the Fall?

October 20, 2021
Why Do I Need a Humidifier in the Fall? A cup of tea in front of a window with autumn view.

In many places, evidence of fall’s presence is obvious by way of beautiful fall colors. But many only experience fall with its subtlety through lower humidity levels.

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How to Eliminate Dust in My Home

August 16, 2021
How to Eliminate Dust in My Home

It’s easy to see how dust can affect the indoor air quality (IAQ) of your Oak Park home, leading to allergens. At Royal American Heating & Cooling, we know how important clean indoor air quality is for your home.

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Why Is a Home Dehumidifier Important?

June 23, 2021
Why Is a Home Dehumidifier Important?

Our professionals at Royal American Heating & Cooling want to provide you with the information to create a healthy, comfortable environment for you and your family. Here is some important information about dehumidifiers and the role they play in your home’s health and comfort.

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Improve Your Home’s Indoor Air Quality

February 17, 2021
improve your home's indoor air quality, electric fan in room

Stand outdoors on one of those days when the weather feels perfect, take a few deep breaths, and enjoy the fresh air.

Later, take another deep breath—only inside your Illinois home. How does it compare?

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