Air filters are a staple in many buildings, whether residential or not, when it comes to maintaining an HVAC system and protecting air quality. However, many people do not know that air filters come in different sizes, all with different…
How Often Should You Change Your Pool Filter?
Do you believe your pool is clean? You may want to think again. According to CDC data, many pools are full of bacteria–including fecal matter. During a routine inspection in 2013, nearly 80 percent of 48,632 public water venues were found…
Which Type of Air Filter Will Last the Longest?
Changing the ac filters & furnace filters in the HVAC equipment in your home won’t just make your home a safer place to play and rest; it will also save you money in the long run. Fresh filters are essential…
What Type of Pool Filter Is Most Effective?
Pool filters play a crucial role in maintaining a clean and safe swimming environment. When choosing the right pool filter for chlorine and saltwater pools, there are several factors to consider, including the type of pool, the desired level of…
Do Air Purifiers Really Work? Hint: Yes!
In recent years, scientific studies have revealed that the indoor air quality of your home can be more polluted than outdoor air. Polluted air, whether inside or outside, can lead to a wide variety of health issues. With the vast…
Honoring World Environment Day: The Harmful Impact of Single-Use Water Bottles
World Environment Day is a global day of action and advocacy that began in 1973. Now a worldwide movement, World Environment Day is celebrated annually on June 5th in over 143 countries. From large-scale celebrations and local beach clean-ups to educational…
Summer Hosting Ideas for Hot Days
Summer is here and the party potential is coming in hot…but so is the weather! It’s real. Don’t let the heat and humidity put a damper on your party plans. Sure, hosting fun and memorable events during hot summer days…
FPR vs. MERV vs. MPR Rating: What Is The Difference?
When considering FPR vs. MERV vs. MPR, you should know that the one thing they all have in common is that all are different rating systems for HVAC air filters. Of the three, MERV is considered the industry standard –…
A Guide to 3M Filtrete Air Filters
3M is world-known for producing a variety of products related to electrical, cleaning, building materials, and other areas, including furnace filters. Like most filter producers, they provide multiple levels that fit different needs, but 3M opts to use its own…
How to Make Clear Ice & Why Yours Is Cloudy
It’s been one hot season already! If you’re anything like us, this summer, you’ll be putting everything on ice, whether it be a whiskey sour or a washcloth. With Memorial Day approaching you’ll want to serve your guests clear, not…