Indoor Air Quality Articles

What Are Zone Control Systems?

January 15, 2025
Heating season. The use of gas as heating at home in winter, the cold season. The concept, the model of the house stands near the flame of a gas boiler.

According to the US Department Department of Energy, heating and cooling your home accounts for upwards of 40 percent of your energy costs.

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Your HVAC System Can Enhance Sleep

November 30, 2024
Your HVAC System Can Enhance Sleep. Asian women She is in bed and was waking up in the morning. She felt very refreshed.

The sound of a well-maintained heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system is like a lullaby for a good night’s sleep.

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Controlling Humidity in Your Home

September 15, 2024
Controlling Humidity in Your Home. Three small dogs on a float in a pool.

Hot days feel much less bearable when accompanied by humidity. That’s because increased humidity makes it harder for your sweat to evaporate. Our staff at Mike’s Heating & A/C Service reminds our neighbors to stay safe this summer. Monitor weather advisories and drink plenty of water, and pay attention to how you feel when it’s hot out.

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Air Duct Cleaning

July 29, 2024
Man cleaning air ducts in home.

Your air ducts circulate a supply of fresh and properly treated air. But since ductwork mostly hides behind walls, ceilings, and floors, many Mississippi and Louisiana homeowners don’t take the time to monitor its condition.

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Why Is a Home Dehumidifier Important?

April 30, 2024
Why Is a Home Dehumidifier Important? Glass door with condensation and a tree

Our professionals at Mike’s Heating & A/C Service want to provide you with the information to create a healthy, comfortable environment for you and your family. Here is some important information about dehumidifiers and the role they play in your home’s health and comfort.

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What to Know About Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

March 15, 2024
What to Know About Carbon Monoxide Poisoning? Photo of a carbon monoxide detector in home.

Mike’s Heating & A/C Service has all the answers to your carbon monoxide questions. As a leading heating and cooling company here in Missouri, we are committed to keeping you comfortable and safe inside your home. You can trust our team to provide you the information you need to remain safe from dangers like carbon monoxide leaks.

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Benefits of Using a Humidifier in Your Home

February 29, 2024

If you don’t have a humidifier in your Carriere home, then you may not be aware of just how useful these devices can truly be. Humidifiers are particularly handy in the winter but can be helpful during any season because they offer a significant number of benefits, including providing better indoor air quality (IAQ) for…

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The Basics of Winter Indoor Air Quality

January 30, 2024

In the winter, being snug as a bug in a rug in your home can be cozy, but it can also play havoc with your indoor air quality (IAQ) here in Mississippi, creating some significant health problems. At Mike’s Heating & A/C Services, we recommend taking precautions to avoid the common issues associated with winter…

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What Accessories Can Help With My Indoor Air Quality?

December 9, 2022
What Accessories Can Help With My Indoor Air Quality? Image woman sitting on a couch.

In modern society, average adults spend nearly all their time indoors at work or at home. In fact the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reports this amount of time reaches upwards of 90 percent for most people. That puts the importance of good indoor air quality at a whole new level.

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How to Reduce Dust in Your Home

February 8, 2022
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At Mike’s Heating & A/C Service, we know how important clean indoor air quality is for your home. Our team specializes in offering whole-house solutions to keep you and your loved ones healthy, comfortable, and safe throughout the year.

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The Basics of Winter Indoor Air Quality

December 13, 2021
family looking out window

In the winter, being snug as a bug in a rug in your home can be cozy, but it can also play havoc with your indoor air quality (IAQ) here in Mississippi, creating some significant health problems. At Mike’s Heating & A/C Service, we recommend taking precautions to avoid the common issues associated with winter indoor air quality.

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How Can You Manage Your Home’s Humidity?

October 11, 2021
dirty window being cleaned

At Mike’s Heating & A/C Service, we always strive to find ways to improve your comfort and energy savings. We believe you should control your comfort, and it starts with your indoor air quality (IAQ) and relative indoor humidity.

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Improve Your Home’s Indoor Air Quality

June 18, 2021
Improve Your Home’s Indoor Air Quality

At Mike’s Heating & A/C Service, we specialize in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems that add value to your home and enjoyment to your lives. After all, nothing spells happiness like fresh air.

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Why Is Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Important?

February 16, 2021
Mom and daughter one year old in a room with good indoor air quality.|

Energy-efficient homes are more common than ever. Although they provide many benefits, including reducing overall energy usage and a smaller carbon footprint, they come with some disadvantages as well.

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Why Air Duct Cleaning Is Important

November 11, 2020
Vent Cleaning

Just like your lungs are an important connection to the rest of your respiratory system, your home’s ductwork, or air ducts, are importantly connected to your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. For your HVAC system—and your lungs—to perform at peak level, the numerous airways need to be open and clear. All in the name of breathing properly.

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What Accessories Can Help With My Indoor Air Quality?

April 14, 2020
African young relaxed woman sitting on couch breathing fresh air What Accessories Can Help With My Indoor Air Quality?

In modern society, average adults spend nearly all their time indoors at work or at home. In fact the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reports this amount of time reaches upwards of 90 percent for most people. That puts the importance of good indoor air quality at a whole new level. Our Mike’s Heating &…

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What Does Indoor Air Quality Have to Do With Allergies?

March 26, 2020
Young attractive woman lying sick at home couch in cold and flu sneezing nose with tissue covering with blanket. What Does Indoor Air Quality Have to Do With Allergies?

Did you know the average American spends nearly 90 percent of life indoors? That’s why it is increasingly important to ensure indoor air quality (IAQ) is clean and healthy. If your Slidell home is facing air-quality issues, you may be suffering anything from minor discomfort to significant allergy or health problems. Our team at Mike’s…

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Why Is IAQ Important?

February 5, 2020
Modern living room interiorModern living room interior. Why is IAQ important?

Energy-efficient homes are more common than ever. Although they provide many benefits, including reducing overall energy usage and a smaller carbon footprint, they come with some disadvantages as well. What Disadvantages? The most significant disadvantage is poor indoor air quality. Tightly sealed Slidell area homes prevent heated and cooled air from escaping as easily, but…

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