How A Dehumidifier Improves Home Comfort In The SummerOne of the most uncomfortable aspects of the Summer weather is the increased humidity. It makes the air feel hot, sticky, muggy, etc. There are a lot of negative feelings that come along with high humidity. Luckily for homeowners, dehumidifiers improve home comfort in the summer. We have been working with homeowners in... 
What Humidity Level Should My Home Be At?Humidity is one of the most important aspects of your home comfort. You know in the Summer that one of the worst parts about the heat is the humidity. You know that hot, sticky, thick air you feel in the Summer? That’s humidity right there. In the Summer the humidity rises, and in the...
Why Humidity Is Important In The WinterHere at John Cipollone Inc., we often get questions from our customers about the right level of humidity for their home. The humidity level, which correlates to the amount of moisture in the air, affects indoor air quality. If you have too much moisture in the air, you could get mold or mildew in... 
How To Improve The Indoor Air Quality Of Your HomeBreathing in clean, healthy air has become so much more important in recent years. Well, it’s always been important, but in 2024 , it’s something that people think about and consider more often. Indoor air quality directly impacts our health, comfort, and even can impact the belongings and fixtures in your... 
If you leave your air filter in your furnace for too long, it can eventually get so dirty that the unit stops working completely. You should change your filter every month. After a while, it becomes clogged. Of course, it takes a while before a dirty filter causes the furnace to shut off completely. And, you’ll notice plenty of warning... ![How To Protect Your Havertown, PA Home from Flu Season [2020]](https://johncipollone.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/dreamstime_xs_37432436.jpg "How To Protect Your Havertown, PA Home from Flu Season [2020]")
There’s a lot to consider when it comes to this year’s flu season. Along with influenza, we’re also dealing with a pandemic and giving a lot more thought to indoor air quality in general. This all happens because it’s easier to spread diseases in the cold weather than when it’s warm outside. It’s why we worry about the flu more... 
Is spring cleaning a hassle? How about when all that dust builds up for months and months in the winter? It’s not your imagination: There’s more dust and tiny debris piling up during the months when you keep the heat on and the windows closed. Fortunately, you can prevent this from happening in your Havertown, PA home — and your... 
The average home heating and cooling system in Havertown, PA, homes require standard one-inch furnace filters. The length and width depend on the model of the furnace. However, if you’re addressing respiratory problems, health concerns, or odors, you’ll want to consider other options. In your heating and cooling system, the filter or screen traps small particles that you don’t want... 
As we all navigate business reopenings and indoor air quality this fall, it’s important to consider where humidity fits into all of this. It may not seem like the hottest of topics. But, it should be part of your “cleanest indoor air on the block” plan because the amount of moisture in the air affects virus transmission. If you haven’t... 
As businesses in Havertown, PA — and across the country — reopen little by little, the heating and cooling systems in these buildings can do more than keep people comfortable. They can also keep them safe. And, fresh air can be a key component to making that happen. Here’s what we know as of August of 2020: There’s a good... 
Humidity plays a significant role in home comfort. Too much in the summer and you’ll feel too hot. Too little in the winter, and you’ll suffer from dry skin and itchy eyes, maybe even nosebleeds. So, it’s important to keep your home’s relative humidity between 40 and 60 percent all the time. What makes that difficult is that the amount...
Indoor air quality is a huge issue in 2020. People stayed inside far more than usual for the first half of the year, and as the weather gets warmer, things are only becoming more uncertain. Science points to a decline in the spread of viruses during the warmer months. High humidity has a lot to do with that. But, research... 
Four Tools to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality In Havertown, PA This Summer Indoor air quality has been a growing concern for homeowners, especially in the summer. That’s when you get a combination of problems, including pollen and humidity. Today, Americans spend around 90 percent of their time indoors. And, this year, it’s probably even more as we stay home... 
Guide: COVID 19, Air Purifiers and Air Conditioning in Havertown, PA [Update 2023] Now that we are mostly through the pandemic, we wanted to update you on how you can continue to keep your home clean and healthy in 2023 and beyond. We have some advice and tips on the best products and practices to keep your home healthy and... 
Do Ductless Mini Splits Also Dehumidify My Havertown, PA Home? Ductless mini splits are a significant investment for your Havertown, PA home. That’s especially so if you’re relying on them for heating and cooling. But, when you’re adding up the benefits, don’t leave this one out: They can also dehumidify your home. Now, if you want to get technical, all... 
As part of the New Year, a lot of people like to make changes, resolutions, and take steps to improve their lives in 2020. Here are a few things you can do around your home that will help keep you more comfortable this decade than any before! Add A Humidifier In the winter, the air becomes VERY DRY. The low...
Four Ways to Improve Your Winter Indoor Air Quality in Havertown, PA People usually think about their indoor air quality, or IAQ, once spring rolls around and the pollen count spikes. But, winter can be just as bad — just in a different way. Fortunately, it’s also easy to improve your IAQ in the winter. You just have to know... 
Improving Winter Indoor Air Quality (And Your Heater) For Pet Owners Controlling indoor air quality is already a challenge for many homeowners. Studies show that there’s more air pollution in many homes than there is outside. And, when it comes to people with pets, the problem is even worse. If you or someone you know suffers from allergies or respiratory... 
When you think of humidity, you probably think of that hot, sticky feeling in the summer. The truth is, humidity isn't a bad thing, and it's very important in the winter too! In fact, you or one of your family members could be running into any number of problems if the air is too dry in your home during the... 
How to Find — And Change — Your Heater Air Filter Changing your heater air filter is a simple, but essential, step you can take to keep your HVAC system running smoothly. But, many don’t know where to find it, how to change, or when to do it. It’s just one of those things they don’t teach you in school.... 
Improving Indoor Air Quality For Asthma Sufferers We’ve got bad news for asthma sufferers in the Delaware Valley: You’re dealing with some of the worst air pollutions on the east coast. That makes improving your indoor air quality at home especially important. According to the American Lung Association, some 47,000 people in Delaware County alone suffer from asthma. In Montgomery... 
Which Air Purifier Is Right For My Home? Different people have different reasons for putting an air purifier in their home. Sometimes, they’re just to get rid of extra dust or odors. Other people need them because of allergies or asthma or even COPD. Even though everybody wants the best for their homes, the truth is that you don’t always... 
Most homes on the Main Line only need a dehumidifier in the spring and summer. That’s the time of year when it starts getting muggy and sticky. But, if you have a damp or musty basement, a year-round solution helps keep you healthy and comfortable. The general rule of thumb is to keep the relative humidity in your house around... 
Summer’s a time to enjoy the fresh air. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case in your home. In many cases, indoor air quality is worse than outdoors. And, since people spend approximately 90 percent of their time inside, indoor air pollution is important to consider. The air is often dirtier inside because pollutants that make their way into your home...
HVAC experts and manufacturers recommend you change your air conditioner filter every month while you’re using the unit. This goes for window air conditioning units as well as central ac systems. People know they need to change the air filter on their furnace or heater a few times a year. But, many don't realize that the same filter also works...