Attention Aprilaire humidifier owners! First of all, congratulations on making it through a grueling winter. It was cold, snowy and nasty outside, with record-breaking low temperatures and record breaking snowfalls. But thanks to your insight, Aprilaire protected your family and your home from the potential devastation of dry air.
Time to call it a season
With the end of the humidifier season comes a couple of simple tasks to perform. First, be sure you are confident you will no longer require humidification, then follow these easy end-of-season tasks. If you have a bypass-style humidifier, you need to close the bypass damper. Simply turn the handle from the "winter" to the "summer" position. If you have a fan-powered Aprilaire humidifier, no adjustments are required.
Next, if you have an automatic control that is operating in the manual mode, or if you have the Aprilaire manual control, you need to turn the control knob to the "Off" position. This will ensure your humidifier will not turn on during the summer months (when you already have more than enough humidity). If you have an automatic control that is operating in the "Automatic" mode, there is no adjustment required. The outdoor temperature sensor will prevent your humidifier from coming on whenever the outdoor temperature is 60 degrees or higher.
Also, don't forget to call your Aprilaire dealer this fall to perform the annual humidifier maintenance. Your dealer will change your water panel, inspect the water delivery system, and replace any components that are fouled or worn. This indoor air quality (IAQ) expert is trained to keep your Aprilaire humidifier operating at peak performance.
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Take special note on the article titled “The Truth About Indoor Air Quality”. It talks about the risks associated with poor indoor air quality and the best way to improve your homes air. The expert in the article highly recommends a whole home air cleaner to remove the fine particulate from your homes air
Did you suffer from the ill-effects of dry air this winter because you don't have a whole- house humidifier? Did you have dry, itchy skin or get jolted by static shocks? Did the woodwork in your home shrink and crack? One more question; do you have a tax return coming this year?
Spend your tax return wisely
If you're tired of suffering every winter and you have a tax return coming your way, suffer no longer. Aprilaire is the industry leader in residential indoor air quality (IAQ). Not only do we have products that ensure proper levels of relative humidity (RH) throughout your entire home, we offer the best in whole-house air cleaners, thermostats, ventilation, and zoning. Aprilaire is also viewed as the best IAQ value in the industry. So much so that after you've paid for your Aprilaire humidifier, you'll probably have enough tax return dollars left over to buy that techno-gadget you've had your eye on.
Call your local Aprilaire dealer and schedule the installation of your whole-house humidifier today. Getting your Aprilaire whole-house humidifier installed now will give you peace of mind going into next year’s heating season.
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* Each person inhales over 3,500 gallons of air each day. Children inhale more particles for their size then adolescents or adults.
* Polluted air causes 94% of all respiratory problems.
* More than 31 million Americans have been diagnosed with asthma, about 1/3 are children under 18.
* About 40,000 dust mites, a common household allergen, can live in one ounce of dust.
* An estimated 10-15% of the entire population may be allergic to cat or dog dander.
* A person sheds up to 700,000 skin flakes per day.
These are just a few of the reasons to make sure your home is protected by having a whole house air cleaner installed. A high efficiency whole house air cleaner from Aprilaire makes your home healthier and cleaner. The EPA states that indoor air is often times more polluted then outdoor air so cleaning the air in your home is more important then ever.
If you currently have an Aprilaire air cleaner you can upgrade it to our newest media that removes more particulate from the air. Call you local contractor and tell them you want to upgrade your Aprilaire air cleaner today. For a small investment you can improve your current air filter.
Aprilaire is going green one step at a time. Indoor air quality is the key focus at Aprilaire with our whole-home air cleaners, humidifiers, dehumidifiers, and other whole-home product, but we also feel it is very important to protect the environment. ENERGY STAR and energy-saving products are just the start, we also make environmentally concise decisions for our company's energy use. Let's all find new ways to save energy!
The EPA says indoor air can often be many times more polluted then outdoor air. Further they say we spend as much as 90% of our time indoors. In the winter when it's cold outside the percentage is probably even higher so it's important to understand what you can do to make sure your homes indoor air is clean.
There are some real basic things that can be done including use non toxic cleaners, dust often, use fans when cooking, wash your bed sheets in hot water, if you have an attached garage pull your car out right after you start it, don't smoke indoors, and the list goes on.
Despite doing the aforementioned items you're still going to end up with particulate and pollution in your homes air. Due to the fact that in the winter there is very little fresh air getting into your home that pollution can build up and cause everything from cold symptoms, sore throats, stuffed up noses, allergy symptoms to much more serious long term effects like asthma and other long term respiratory health problems.
That is why it is important to have a whole home air cleaner to remove particulate in your homes air before you breathe it. Aprilaire offers 3 different levels of air cleaning with different efficiency ratings and control options. Control is a very important part of any air cleaner; most air cleaners only run based on temperature, which doesn't make much sense...you need to clean the air when your air is dirty and that has nothing to do with when you need to change your temperature. Look for more on the importance of controlling your air cleaner from me in future blogs.
I've written about this interesting phenomenon before; that certain types of plants might act as air filters, absorbing pollutants in our homes and releasing cleaner oxygen.
I just ran across an interesting debate about this. One is a blog which reports the findings by NASA about the filtering benefits of plants.The other, which was someone who commented on the blog post, shares a link to Building Ecology, which disputes the evidence, stating that 1. plants filtering effects are negligible, 2. the NASA study was done in static chambers which don't accurately simulate a home environment, and 3. Get this: Plants could actually contribute to poor indoor air quality, releasing excess moisture when it's already too humid. And if pesticides and fertilizers are used, those are no picnic for the indoor air we breathe.
So now you have two sides to story.
Anyway, the Building Ecology site has alot of other interesting information about Indoor Air Quality. Spend some time there.
For example, it sites a study that shows that sunlight, and its production of Vitamin D, may help control the spread of H1N1 and other viruses by assisting in "proper immune system functioning and could play a role in resistance to infections such as the influenza virus".
The site is also quick to stress "the importance of scrupulous standards of hygene to combat the spread of viruses". So don't let your guard down just because the sun is shining! Mr. Sun may help, but you still have to wash your hands!!!
It's like when we talk about the benefits of using air cleaners to reduce contaminants in our air. These are real benefits to be sure! But they should be used IN CONJUNCTION with proper hygene and taking normal precautions to avoid exposure. DUH! An air cleaner won't protect you from someone sneezing in your face, for example. Or from someone scrathing their nose and then touching your silverware with H1N1. Eeww!
So, let the sunshine in, get some fresh air, filter the air you breathe in your house and keep your hands clean (and every other surface you can reach). And if Aunt Gladys is sick with the flu, tell her to stay home and rest. It'll do you both good.
Here's to a 2010 without H1N1.
Indoor air quality is obviously a very important part of a greener planet and a healthier world. Make sure your family is being protected, go to Aprilaire.com to learn more about how to make your home healthy.
Take special note of the study quoted which links the spread of viruses to low humidity levels.....By the way, this applies to your house as well as airplanes.
Keep your humidity levels in check not only for your comfort but for your health.
Do you have trouble sleeping at night? Do you feel cold and clammy, even though the temperature seems to be at the right level? Do you have musty odors or smells in any areas of your home? It could be that your home’s relative humidity (RH) is high.
Excess RH can cause all of the above and more. The old saying "it's not the heat, it's the humidity" rings true in many ways. Excess RH can cause discomfort, trigger health issues such as allergies and asthma, and cause severe damage to your home. Experts in Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) agree that maintaining your RH between 30% and 60% is optimal to control or eliminate problems associated with excess moisture in the home. The question is, how can you do this? The answer is, with a whole-house dehumidifier from Aprilaire.
Aprilaire is your whole-house solution
Unlike portable dehumidifiers that only remove moisture from the room they're in, Aprilaire works in conjunction with your home’s HVAC system to efficiently remove moisture from every room of your home. Maintenance is also a breeze with Aprilaire, as only periodic cleaning of the air filter is required. No messy, heavy tanks to empty and clean on a daily basis, which is what you have to do with the portables.
Call your local Aprilaire dealer and schedule the installation of your whole-house dehumidifier today. Your dealer can help you choose the model that is right for your home and make it possible for you to sleep better tonight.
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As with most things that are good in life, excess of that thing can be bad for you. For example, we need food to survive, but too much food can lead to excess weight and other negative health issues. One boyfriend or girlfriend can be good, but two or more at the same time can lead to some serious problems.
The same goes for humidification. Too much humidity can lead to musty smells, mold, mildew and other nasty things that can damage your health and your house. However, proper levels of humidity can protect and preserve your home and possessions. It can also protect you and your family from the ill effects of dry, itchy skin, cracked and irritated nasal passages, bacteria, viruses, and more. So how do you achieve proper humidification? You need to be in control.
Aprilaire puts you in control
A whole-house humidifier from Aprilaire with premium digital control puts you in control of your health, comfort, and protection. Aprilaire works in conjunction with your home’s HVAC system to add soothing, protecting moisture into every room of your home. The premium digital control with set-it-and-forget-it technology keeps the humidity in your home at the optimum level for full comfort and protection.
Call your Aprilaire dealer and schedule the installation of your Aprilaire whole-house humidifier today. He can recommend the humidifier that will best suit your needs and provide you with other Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) advice.
Aprilaire - putting you in control of your health and comfort for over 50 years!
Do you have high levels of moisture in your condominium or town-home, but don't like the fact that portable dehumidifiers are noisy and an eyesore? Not to mention the pain-in-the- back hassle of emptying the tank every day. If so, Aprilaire has the whole-house solution for you.
Compact size makes dehumidification easy
The Aprilaire Model 1730A dehumidifier is the solution to whole-house dehumidification in smaller homes and condominiums. Its compact size allows for easy installation in smaller equipment closets where standard-sized units won't fit. It works in conjunction with your HVAC system, quietly removing damaging moisture from every room in your home. Maintenance is a breeze; all you have to do is clean or replace the air filter on an annual basis. There are no messy tanks to empty and clean, no stress on your back, and no hassles.
Contact your local Aprilaire dealer and schedule the installation of your Aprilaire whole- house dehumidifier today. You'll be glad you did.
Aprilaire - fresh ideas for indoor air.
Your HVAC equipment can both help and hurt the quality of your homes air. If you take care of your equipment by having an Aprilaire Whole Home Air Cleaner installed your HVAC will help to make your home healthier. If you neglect your HVAC system it can become a breeding ground for unhealthy stuff to be spread throughout your home.
Take action now to make your home healthy. Call your local Aprialire Contractor today for solutions to improve indoor air quality.
ling system. It has a large easy to read screen, fan circulation mode for improved indoor air quality and because it’s programmable it will save you up to 30% off your energy bills! Learn more here.I am interested in your home ventilation system to provide a healthy air exchange in our house.
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Mary, thanks for asking. Aprilaire has a couple of choices when it comes to ventilation systems. One is an Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) which is better for larger homes and and in addition to adding fresh air, can reduce excess humidity levels.
The other is the Aprilaire Ventilation Control System, which is less complicated (and less expensive) than an ERV, but still provides fresh air into your home in a much more controlled way than passive ventilation that is often standard in most home construction practices; especially from years ago.
Ventilation Control System uses a sensor to "test" the outside temperature and humidity conditions so that it only allows fresh air into your home when the conditions are less severe from a temperature and humidity standpoint. The results are that you get fresh air in your house without letting in severely humid, hot or cold air. So you can maximize energy efficiency.
It's important to do your homework, Mary; which by your inquiry it appears that you are. Ultimately you'll need to talk to a indoor air quality specialist in your area to assess your home's specific needs before you make a decison. A good place to start is our Find A Dealer locator on our home page.
It is totally true - properly humidified air is healthier, more comfortable and can save energy. Of all the indoor air quality issues and products made to fix those issues, a whole house humidifier probably addresses the most problems in the easiest way.
A dehumidifier does too, for the same reasons.
Air cleaners, purifiers, ventilation and all those things are important; especially if you have chronic respiratory health problems or allergies.
But even if you don't, being more comfortable while you breathe healthier air is a slam dunk! Humidity control is what it's all about.
The not for profit organization obviously realizes how important green building is to the health of a homes inhabitants as well as the health of the environment. An important aspect of a green home is indoor air quality. Many people think a green home means they save energy, but forget about the air quality issue. For more information on making your home both energy efficient and healthy go to www.aprilaire.com
When it comes to indoor air quality concerns, there are special considerations for condo owners, apartment dwellers, etc.
In some cases, if you can't control the ductwork in your dwelling, you're stuck with portable solytions to humidity control and air cleaning.
For many condo owners, though, there may be avenues if you have control of a ducted HVAC system. Aprilaire now has humidifiers, dehumidifiers and even air cleaners that are small enough for many condo applications.
Your local Aprilaire contractor should be able to determine the products that are right for your home.
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