Indoor Air Quality in Dallas, OR
At Loren’s Heating and Air, we want to help the residents of Dallas, OR, maintain exceptional indoor air quality in their homes. Poor IAQ can make your home an unpleasant place to spend time. Concentrations of contaminants can get high if there isn’t enough fresh air moving through your space. The situation can be worse during times of the year when you have to keep windows and doors closed because of the weather. Homes that are built to be air-tight in order to be energy efficient are also prone to developing poor air quality. An expert can test the air in your home to see what sorts of contaminants you’re dealing with.
There are many different types of air pollutants that can circulate in your home. Particulates, chemical vapors, viruses, mold, and bacteria can all be airborne and inhaled deep into the lungs. They can cause an array of health issues if not removed from the air effectively.
Indoor Air Quality in Dallas
An indoor air quality expert can help you explore your options for air cleaning systems that could be right for you. Whether you want an air scrubber, filter, or purifier, they can help you make informed decisions. UV lights can be used to deactivate bacteria, mold, and viruses to help prevent their spread. Keeping the air in your home as clean as possible is important.
There Are Many Health Issues Associated With Poor IAQ:
- Sneezing
- Coughing
- Itchy eyes
- Respiratory distress
An expert can offer sound advice about the various types of air cleaning systems available. They can install both whole-house systems and individual units that can be used to clean the air in specific areas. Professionals will provide any type of follow-up support you need.
Trusted Air Quality Experts
Technicians from Loren’s Heating and Air are NATE-certified and ready to work with all types of air cleaning units in Dallas. Our goal is to keep our installation services as accessible as possible by charging reasonable rates for everything we do. We offer flexible financing options on approved credit and can give you a cost estimate for any job before we get started.
Our locally owned and operated company has been serving the area since 1973. Our office is conveniently located on Hyacinth Street NE in Salem. We can respond to any service requests promptly and will arrive at our appointments punctually.
Call the team from Loren’s Heating and Air to learn more about our work with air quality in Dallas homes.
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Heating & Cooling FAQ
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Why should I get a new HVAC system?It can often be difficult for home and business owners to tell if it’s time to upgrade their heating and cooling system. Loren's Heating & Air can assist you in this process. We want you to understand the pros and cons of continuing to repair and maintain your current system versus upgrading and making the investment in a new system. Some of the most important things to consider are increased energy efficiency, updated components, rebates and incentives, better home comfort and indoor air quality, and more effective heating and cooling.
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Why are air conditioner efficiency ratings important?In 2006, the Federal Government made it mandatory for all central air conditioning systems to have a minimum SEER of 13. SEER, or Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, is a measure of the cooling system’s performance. On the highest end of performance, cooling units are rated as high 23 SEER. As with anything, the better performance, the higher the cost. For a system with moderate to good efficiency, you should look for a model with a SEER rating of between 14 and 18. The EER, or the Energy Efficiency Rating, provides an indication of the cooling capacity of the system that you’ve had installed. The higher the EER number, the better the system’s cooling capacity.
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What are the different types of air conditioner refrigerant?If you have an air conditioning system that requires the old type of refrigerant, R-22, your system is still usable but only reclaimed or recycled R-22 can be used to service your air conditioner. R410-A is now the required standard for newer systems and has less environmental impact relative to the older refrigerant. Eventually, you will need to replace your air conditioner with one that uses R410-A, or have it modified so that it can use R410-A. The type of refrigerant your AC uses is only one of many reasons to consider upgrading, and if your existing unit is outdated, now might be a good time to look into having it replaced to boost energy efficiency, lessen environmental impact, and make sure you are operating a safe system. Not only will an upgraded cooling system make it easier to have your unit serviced, but it’ll also save you money on your annual cooling costs. Loren's Heating & Air in Salem, OR, offers the highest quality air conditioner replacement services.
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How is furnace efficiency measured?Furnace energy efficiency is calculated with the AFUE, or the Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency rating. The AFUE is a rating that compares how much heat a furnace will produce relative to the amount of energy necessary to produce the heat. If a furnace is rated at 85 percent AFUE, it means 15 percent of the energy used is lost and 85 percent actually becomes heat for your home or business.
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What is indoor air quality and why is it important?Indoor air quality, or IAQ, is a measurement of the amount of airborne particles and pollutants inside your home or building. Because properties are being constructed to be more energy efficient, they are also becoming more airtight, meaning that fresh air often does not have a way to enter and circulate. This is one of the reasons why the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that indoor air can be 2 to 5 times more polluted than outdoor air, leading to a host of allergy and respiratory issues. Fortunately, IAQ products such as air filters, air purifiers, and humidifiers work in conjunction with your central AC and heating unit to decrease the prevalence of dust, dander, bacteria, viruses, mold spores, and other potentially harmful particles in your indoor air. Our team can work with you to find the right solution to fit your needs.
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Why Your Neighbors Choose Us
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