When to Air Out the Inside

Did you know that your efforts to save energy could be compromising your indoor air quality? That’s because harmful elements can’t escape an airtight environment, and become concentrated indoors instead. We recommend that you “air out” your home about once a week. In the winter, turn off your heating system and open a few windows while you make a run to the grocery store or take a walk around the neighborhood. In the summer, open windows at night and keep them closed during the heat of the day. As Westinghouse heating and air experts, we can recommend additional products and practices to improve the air quality of your home. Call us for a consultation today.

Does SEER Have You Confused

The terms you encounter when shopping for a new A/C system can be confusing. Like SEER, which stands for the seasonal energy-efficiency ratio of a cooling system. SEER measures how efficiently the system will operate throughout the cooling season. A higher SEER means a higher efficiency. As Westinghouse heating and air experts, we can help you choose the right system to optimize your home comfort and energy savings. Call us for more information today.

Tips on Improving Your Indoor Air Quality

Here’s a shocking statistic from the EPA: indoor air can be two to five times more polluted than outdoor air, and it can threaten the health of your entire family. Start improving the air quality of your home by keeping out things that cause pollution, like cigarette smoke and chemicals. Proper ventilation will also help remove dangerous contaminants from the house. Open your windows regularly, and make sure you have good exhaust fans in your bathroom and kitchen. Finally, consider a whole house air cleaner to remove toxins and improve the overall air quality of your home. Contact us, the Westinghouse heating and air experts, for more information today.