Indoor Air Quality Articles

Benefits of Using a Humidifier in Your Home

April 16, 2024
Benefits of Using a Humidifier in Your Home. Little baby playing with humidifier.

If you don’t have a humidifier in your Coloma 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 your Michigan home.

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Why Do I Need a Humidifier?

September 29, 2023
Why Do I Need a Humidifier? Woman sitting on couch with eyes closed.

Winter is right around the corner and with it comes freezing temperatures, frequent illness, and dry indoor air. If you struggle with discomfort during the winter in your Coloma home, you may benefit from investing in a humidification system. 

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What to Know About Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

July 18, 2023
What to Know About Carbon Monoxide Poisoning? Photo of a carbon monoxide detector in home.

Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is known as the silent killer for a reason—it can easily go undetected and cause illness and even death. It’s critical to learn how to prevent carbon monoxide leaks in your Lawrence home—as well as what the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are in case you are exposed.

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5 Ways to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality

February 15, 2023
5 Ways to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality. Image shows small plant and humidifier on windowsill.

What do you think of when you hear about air pollution? You might immediately imagine a giant cloud of smoke, cars spewing exhaust, or a trash incinerator––but have you ever thought about your own home in Coloma?

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Why You Need Whole-House Humidity Control

July 28, 2022
Why You Need Whole-House Humidity Control

Our professionals at Field Plumbing & Heating want to share with you some tips on controlling humidity and, furthermore, humidity control consequences in your Lawrence home.

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Improve Your Home’s Indoor Air Quality

May 26, 2022
Old electric fan near the bed in the room

Stand outdoors on one of those days when the weather feels perfect, take a few deep breaths, and enjoy the fresh air.

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Air Filters vs. Air Cleaners

March 21, 2022
Air Filters vs. Air Cleaners

Our highly climate-controlled indoor environments can often be extremely comfortable in our modern world. Combine that with the fact so many of our daily needs are easily met without needing to go outside, and you find a society that spends nearly all its time indoors. As a result, poor indoor air quality has become a significant area of concern as a contributor to potential health problems.

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What Are Zone Control Systems?

March 11, 2022
What Are Zone Control Systems?

Some like it hot! Others, not so much.

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The Basics of Winter Indoor Air Quality

December 10, 2021
The Basics of Winter Indoor Air Quality,

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 Michigan, creating some significant health problems. At Field Plumbing & Heating, we recommend taking precautions to avoid the common issues associated with winter indoor air quality.

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5 Tips to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality This Fall

October 14, 2021
fall indoor air quality

Get ready for cooler weather here in Lawrence—fall is around the corner! When the outdoor temperatures start to drop, you probably will spend more time inside your home. Be sure to focus on enhancing your indoor air quality (IAQ) so that you can boost your overall home comfort and enjoy the autumn season to its fullest.

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How to Eliminate Dust in My Home

August 20, 2021
How to Eliminate Dust in My Home

Dust is no laughing matter, no matter the setting. At Field Plumbing & Heating, we know how important clean indoor air quality is for your home.

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Why Is Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Important?

May 10, 2021
why is indoor air quality (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.

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