Indoor Air Quality

Our Buffalo climate doesn’t always allow us to be outside year round, therefore most of our time is spent indoors. Your home’s air quality is important for your health and the health of your family.  In the air in your home, there could be contaminants that are affecting the quality of air.  Just because you can't see the contaminants, does not mean they are not there.

 

Air Quality Services   ♦   Air Quality Products

 

Air Quality Solutions

Every air quality problem can be solved by the three main remediation.  The first form of remediation is to dilute the air and decrease the pollution levels.  The second form of remediation is through filtration.  There are several different forms of filtration that Capital Heat, Inc. carries.  The third form of remediation is removal of the source . Duct cleaning is a good example of removing the source.

 

What is Air Duct Cleaning?

Air duct cleaning is a fairly important aspect of home upkeep and maintenance. The air ducts in a home collect many pollutants that decrease their performance over time. Every homeowner is aware of the never-ending battle with dust and dirt in the home. Dust and pollen, among other things, build up in your ducts and remain in the air you breathe, making air duct cleaning necessary. 
Air duct cleaning services include the cleaning of the intake and return ducts to provide cleaner air in your home. Capital Heat Inc. will also clean out all of the other components in your heating and air conditioning systems. In moist climates, air ducts can even start to build up mold and other spores that the system then pumps through the air in your home. Our air duct cleaners know exactly what to do to help your home run with cleaner air. 

  

  

 

Bi-Polar Ionization

Bi-Polar Ionization works by releasing positive and negative ions that are created by the ionizer (AtmosAir) and then sent through the ductwork. The ions neutralize particles such as smoke, dust and pollen causing them to fall to the floor while reducing odors, bacteria and mold. With fewer airborne pollutants, the air you breathe is significantly cleaner and healthier.  

          

      

 

Where do the pollutants come from?

There are numerous areas and sources in your home which contaminants can produce.  During the winter months is a time when pollutants can populate, such as pet dander and dust, due to lack of air circulation.  In bedrooms and other rooms of your home you may find pollutants from dust, pet dander, tobacco smoke, wood stoves/fireplaces, or ventless space heaters.  Bathrooms could contain viruses and bacteria, plumbing leaks, excessive moisture, and household cleaners. Other toxic pollutants can produce as well, such as gases from your furnace, asbestos from your basement, or outdated attic insulation.

 

Why is air quality important? 

• Safety-reduction of airborne impurities such as mold, viruses, bacteria, and chemicals can prevent health issues or minimize the extremity of their symptoms.
• Increased Comfort- humidity control, even heat throughout the house, accurate temperature maintenance, and reduction of airborne allergens.
• Peace of Mind- cleaner air allows you to relax knowing your family is in a healthy environment.
• Return on Investment-lower energy bills by adjusting thermostat and controls to run when you need them.

 

  Different Forms of Ventilation...

Healthy Climate Heat Recovery Ventilator (HRV)

HRV’s are installed in homes that are tightly sealed, an HRV system exchanges stale air from inside with fresher outdoor air. To ensure absolute comfort, the system captures heat from polluted air before it is moved outdoors.

HRV Features:

• Provides cleaner, fresher indoor air
• Designed to provide comfort in colder climates
• Transfers heat from indoor air before it is discharged
• Will not restrict airflow for proper filtration
• Ideal for new homes which are tightly sealed or remodeled homes with energy efficiency upgrades
• No ozone emissions 

  

  Energy Recovery Ventilation Systems (ERV)

ERV systems offer a controlled way of ventilating a home while minimizing energy loss. They reduce the costs of heating ventilated air in the winter by transferring heat from the warm inside air being exhausted to the fresh (but cold) supply air. In the summer, the inside air cools the warmer supply air to reduce ventilation cooling costs.