Elliott-McElwee, Inc. Blog: Archive for the ‘Indoor Air Quality’ Category

Combat Wildfire Smoke and Pollution with Air Purifier Installation

Monday, September 25th, 2023

Wildfires can have a negative impact on homes, even from hundreds of miles away. If you have noticed changes in your indoor air quality following recent wildfires, it may be time to invest in air purifier installation in Egg Harbor Township, NJ.

A whole house  air purifier is the best way to combat poor indoor air quality, especially when it is caused by wildfire smoke. Keep reading to learn why your indoor air quality may still be suffering even after wildfires are put out. 

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How Air Duct Sealing Saves Money and Energy

Monday, September 11th, 2023

It’s easy to think that a few small holes in your ductwork aren’t that big of a deal. Do you really need to make repairs? But the short answer is yes. Holes in your ductwork can quickly worsen after they begin to develop, causing a lot of air loss. 

The air that is escaping through these holes is costing you on your monthly energy bills, as well as putting additional strain on your air conditioner. If you need an air duct sealing company in Vineland, NJ, our team is here to help. Give us a call to schedule your service today. In the meantime, you can keep reading to learn more about the benefits of duct sealing.

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3 Common Problems With Whole House Fans and How to Fix Them

Monday, April 24th, 2023

If you have a whole house fan, then you know just how beneficial it is to your home and family. But, this great investment is not without its problems now and then. Like all appliances, your whole house fan is bound to experience issues eventually. The good news is, most problems are very easy to fix if you catch them early.

We are highlighting three of the most common problems that we see with whole house fans. Keep reading to learn more about how you can identify problems early and address them before your whole house fan breaks down completely. If you notice any of these signs, give us a call for whole house fan repair in Vineland, NJ.

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How Long Does an Air Scrubber Installation Take?

Monday, March 27th, 2023
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If you’re worried about the quality of your home’s indoor air, you have a good reason to be. The EPA estimates that indoor air may have up to five times more pollution than the air outdoors. This is because air stays trapped inside and continues to re-circulate while you continue to bring more germs inside each time you return home.

The good news is, you can improve your indoor air quality with air scrubber installation in Egg Harbor Township, NJ. Keep reading to learn more about the installation of an air scrubber including how long installation takes. 

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Why Invest in a Dehumidifier?

Monday, March 13th, 2023

Humidity is going to be a factor to consider when you’re trying to determine how you might improve your home comfort. Too much and your home turns into a sauna. Too little and things feel cold and itchy.

Today, we are focusing on how to handle the problem of too much airborne moisture in your home. Thinking ahead, you already know that extra humidity plus high temperatures will make things miserable indoors this summer. This is why our team can install dehumidifiers in Vineland, NJ.

Read on to learn more about this whole home indoor air quality solution.

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Bad Ducts Can Undermine Your Home Comfort

Monday, January 30th, 2023

Ductwork is the delivery system of your heating and cooling system. While the thermostat gives directions and your heater or AC helps to adjust the temperature of the air, all of this doesn’t mean much if there is no way to distribute the air. That’s why your ducts are so important and why duct problems are a bigger issue than most people realize.

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What Makes an Air Scrubber a Gift

Monday, December 5th, 2022

Everyone is trying to think of good gift ideas this time of year. We’d like to suggest improved comfort and air quality make a great gift! You can get this in the form of an air scrubber installation in Vineland, NJ.

An air scrubber is a system that will help you to clean your home’s airflow. This is something that has become increasingly important over the years, especially as homes become more well-sealed than ever before.

Read on to learn more about why an air scrubber may be a great gift for you and everyone else in your home.

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Why a Whole House Fan Is a Great Investment

Monday, October 10th, 2022

You are looking to improve your home comfort. Maybe you need better airflow through the house but you aren’t a fan of, well, fans. They use of outlets or cut back on the space of what might already be a small room by hanging from the ceiling. There are other options.

If you haven’t considered a whole house fan installation in Galloway, NJ for your home, we’d like to explain some of the reasons why it might be just what you’re looking for.

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Should You Install An Air Purifier In Your Home?

Monday, June 20th, 2022

When it comes to enjoying a truly comfortable home, you shouldn’t stop at just making sure that you have a good AC and heater installed. Temperature control is important but it is only part of the equation. The other part of the equation is your indoor air quality.

With that said, achieving good indoor air quality isn’t exactly something you can do with a dust cloth and some elbow grease. You may need some extra help getting your home’s air quality into good condition. That’s exactly what a whole-house air purification system can help you do.

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The Impact of Dirty Ducts

Monday, May 23rd, 2022

Having clean ductwork in your home will make a bigger difference for your home’s comfort than you may think. In fact, you may not even realize that the cleanliness of your ductwork plays a role in your overall comfort.

The truth is that your ducts can collect a large amount of debris in them over time. And eventually, that level of debris will get bad enough that it can create some negative impacts on your home. Thankfully we provide duct cleaning in Egg Harbor Township, NJ which can help you address this problem.

Read on to discover everything you need to know about dirty ducts and the importance of duct cleaning.

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