How do your kids handle really hot summer days? Do they want to stay indoors, enjoying the air conditioning and spending all their time playing with electronics? Or if you don’t have air conditioning, do they just sit around doing nothing because it’s too hot? Help your children use the hot weather as a positive inducement to have fun. Fun …
Northern Indiana and Southwest Michigan has its fair share of thunderstorms during the summer months. It also feels the cooler, crisper Canadian air that cold fronts occasionally bring in. Nevertheless, we are no stranger to a humid continental climate. In fact, the combination of high temperatures and elevated humidity may result in heat exhaustion and heatstroke among locals. Both are …
At first glance, there doesn’t seem to be any correlation between energy efficiency in your home and your health. However, indoor air quality may suffer due to the “tighter” homes of today. We take a lot of actions to make our homes energy efficient. Sealing and caulking around doors and windows, triple pane glass, and additional insulation all keep the …
Do electronic air cleaners really work, and are they worth the investment? They do work to remove dust and microscopic particles from your home, but the efficiency depends on what type you buy. This type of equipment is definitely recommended for any homeowner who desires cleaner air, and is recommended for homes in which people with asthma or other breathing …
