Healthy Home Blog

During winter, as we spend more time indoors, maintaining clean indoor air becomes even more critical. Dust, pet dander, and allergens tend to accumulate in our homes when windows are closed, and this buildup can impact respiratory health, especially for those with...

Keeping indoor humidity in check is essential for a healthier home this winter. When we seal up our homes to stay warm, indoor humidity can quickly rise, creating the perfect conditions for mold growth and poor air quality. Here’s why controlling humidity is key: Mold...

With windows shut tight and heaters running full blast, many people rely on air fresheners to keep their homes smelling fresh through the winter. But could those scents be doing more harm than good?  Recent studies have shown that air fresheners can release volatile...

As temperatures shift and seasons change, many homeowners struggle with increased allergies during the fall months. While outdoor allergens like ragweed and mold spores are common culprits, indoor air quality plays a significant role in allergy symptoms as well....

As the cold weather approaches, many homeowners focus on winterizing their homes to ensure comfort and energy efficiency. One often overlooked area is the crawl space, which can be a significant source of heat loss, moisture problems, and even mold growth. Crawl space...

As we settle into October, many homeowners may not realize that this month creates the perfect conditions for hidden mold growth. Mold thrives in damp, dark, and poorly ventilated areas, which can easily go unnoticed until it becomes a serious problem. Identifying and...

As we move deeper into October, the days are getting shorter, and many of us are spending more time indoors. With that shift, maintaining the quality of the air in your home becomes even more crucial. Poor indoor air quality can lead to a range of issues, from...

With the onset of fall, the shift in weather brings a new wave of allergens that can affect your home's air quality. Ragweed pollen, mold spores, and dust mites are common fall allergens that can enter your home easily, causing increased allergy symptoms and...

As fall ushers in cooler temperatures, it's common to close up our homes tightly to conserve heat. However, this can lead to an accumulation of indoor pollutants such as dust, pet dander, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from cleaning products and household...

With the arrival of fall, cooler temperatures and higher humidity levels can create the perfect conditions for mold growth in your home. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), "Mold can start growing in as little as 24-48 hours when there is moisture...