Indoor Air Quality Articles

Why Is a Home Dehumidifier Important?

April 12, 2024
Why Is a Home Dehumidifier Important? Glass door with condensation and a tree, high humidity.

Our professionals at JJ Heating & Cooling Company 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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How Can You Manage Your Home’s Humidity?

November 13, 2023
How Can You Manage Your Home’s Humidity? Man and woman sitting on couch in front of fan.

Indoor humidity is a drag. It makes relaxing extremely difficult—after all, you are sweating inside your home! It can affect your health, triggering asthma attacks and flaring allergies. It tends to put everyone in a sluggish mood—even the goldfish. Let’s zap that excess moisture right out of the room, and look at ways to manage your Maryland home’s relative indoor humidity.

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What Does Indoor Air Quality Have to Do With Allergies?

July 14, 2023
Sick little schoolgirl coughs and blows nose wiping with white paper napkin.

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

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What to Know About Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

April 10, 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 Odenton home—as well as what the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are in case you are exposed. JJ Heating &…

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Your HVAC System Can Enhance Sleep

March 13, 2023
Image of someone who just woke up. Your HVAC System Can Enhance Sleep.

The sound of a well-maintained heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system is like a lullaby for a good night’s sleep.

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Why You Need Whole-House Humidity Control

January 9, 2023
Why You Need Whole-House Humidity Control. Image shows woman emptying a dehimidifier.

When indoor plumbing became more popular in the 1940s, a whole new level of comfort and convenience began for homeowners. However, with that convenience came new challenges. One of those challenges is controlling humidity levels so they remain safe and comfortable inside your home. According to HVAC.com, the ideal humidity level is between 30 percent and 50 percent.

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How a Whole-House Humidifier Keeps You Healthy

December 9, 2022
How a Whole-House Humidifier Keeps You Healthy. Image shows woman sitting and relaxing on couch.

There are many advantages to adding a whole-house humidifier to your MD home. Adding a humidifier can increase the comfort level in your home and lower your annual energy expenses. Proper humidity levels can allow you to maintain indoor comfort levels at a lower temperature which uses less energy for heating.

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5 Tips to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality This Fall

October 13, 2022
5 Tips to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality This Fall. Image shows woman wiping dusty table with finger.

Get ready for cooler weather here in Odenton—fall is around the corner! When the outdoor temperatures start to drop, you probably will spend more time inside your home. Be sure to focus on enhancing your indoor air quality (IAQ) so that you can boost your overall home comfort and enjoy the autumn season to its…

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The Basics of Winter Indoor Air Quality

January 13, 2022
The Basics of Winter Indoor Air Quality

In the winter, being snug as a bug in a rug in your home can be cozy, but it can also play havoc with your indoor air quality

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Improve Your Home’s Indoor Air Quality

October 13, 2021
Metal fan in bedroom

At JJ Heating & Cooling Company, we specialize in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems that add value to your home and enjoyment to your lives. After all, nothing spells happiness like fresh air.

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