Breathe Cleaner, Healthier Indoor Air with A-Plus Service Experts
If you’re tired of low air quality disrupting your sense of comfort, let A-Plus Service Experts identify what products and services will resolve this problem. We can generate a complete Home Health® Report. You can reduce the risk of illness, respiratory symptoms and even the growth of mold or mildew!
Request your free Home Health Report today, or contact us at 301-747-3140 for more information.
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Financing Options to Meet Your Needs
High-efficiency indoor air quality products are essential components when it comes to home comfort, so why should installation be a budget buster?
A-Plus Service Experts simplifies indoor air quality installation with EasyPay financing plans, so you won’t have to be concerned about down payments or annual fees.
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Our HVAC financing is quick, trustworthy and confidential. Prequalify today by submitting an online application.
Questions About Financing?
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Frequently Asked Questions
There’s often a simpler solution to your comfort problem. Maybe you can find the answer you’re looking for in our FAQ below!
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What is Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)?
Indoor air quality refers to pollution in your Waldorf home or business. The concentration of airborne pollutants can be 2–5 times greater than outdoors. Since most people spend so much of their time inside and breathe roughly 3,000 gallons of air daily (according to the American Lung Association), this can eventually lead to problems.
Depending on your specific air quality concerns, solutions include:
- Air filtration systems capable of trapping 99.97% of particles
- Germicidal UV lights to sterilize microbes like bacteria and mold
- Whole-house humidifiers and dehumidifiers that balance moisture levels
- Ventilation systems to keep air refreshed and flowing smoothly
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What triggers indoor air pollution?
Some of the most prevalent sources of pollutants include Volatile Organic Chemicals (VOCs) such as cleaning or personal care products, fuel-burning utilities and kitchen appliances, and particulate matter like dust, pollen and smoke.
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Can indoor air be dangerous to your health?
Definitely. Pollutants and particulate matter can promote illnesses and worsen respiratory conditions, primarily for children and the elderly. For certain contaminants like CO, the effects may even be lethal.
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What are the health benefits of clean air?
Resolving indoor air quality concerns can produce a host of benefits to your health and well-being, such as:
- Lower risk of illness
- Fewer or less-severe asthma/allergy symptoms
- Relieve sinus irritation or sore throats
- Healthier, moisturized skin
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How healthy is my indoor air?
If you find yourself cleaning every day or coughing constantly, your indoor air may not be as healthy as you would think. Based on EPA studies, indoor pollutants can reach concentrations as much as 100 times higher than the air outdoors. You can determine your indoor air quality by setting up a Home Health® Report consultation with A-Plus Service Experts.
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How do I know which indoor air quality product is ideal for me?
Each home has differing comfort needs, especially if someone in your Waldorf home has allergies, asthma or a weak immune system. You may need a single product like an energy-efficient air filtration system, or multiple. A-Plus Service Experts can help you find the right mix of equipment.
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Are all HVAC filters equal?
No. HVAC air filters differ in quality and design, and some have exclusive features. We generally suggest using the filter your HVAC manufacturer recommends pairing with your system. All filters are assigned MERV ratings on a scale from 1–20. MERV is short for Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value and can help you identify high-efficiency filters. For most residential needs, a MERV rating of 11 or lower is appropriate.
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How regularly should I replace my air filter at home?
The ideal schedule for cleaning or replacing your air filter depends on multiple factors, like the filter design and MERV rating as well as the current indoor air quality. For standard 1”-3” filters, most brands recommend replacement every 30-90 days. Pets, health conditions and even nearby pollution sources can encourage replacing the filter more often.
- A 1″ pleated air filter must be replaced every 30-60 days.
- A 2″ pleated air filter should be swapped out every 3 months.
- A 3” pleated air filter should be changed every 120 days.
- A 4″ pleated air filter should be exchanged every 6 months.
- A 5” or 6″ pleated air filter ought to be replaced every 9-12 months.
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Why is my throat dry when I’m home?
Assuming the condition is not your body’s hydration, extremely dry air can irritate your throat and sinuses. Look at installing a whole-home humidifier if you consistently struggle with a dry, itchy throat.
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What are the advantages of a central, whole-home humidifier?
Your HVAC system extracts moisture as it runs, producing situations where humidity levels fall out of balance. Portable humidifiers can resolve humidity concerns in a single room or small area, but a central humidifier ensures balanced humidity throughout the entire building.
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What is the ideal amount of indoor humidity?
For most people, comfortable humidity levels are between 30-60%. These levels are especially hard to maintain in the winter, as cold air does not hold onto moisture as well as warm air. What’s more, your furnace displaces moisture by generating hot, dry heat.
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How do I select the right humidifier?
The smartest way to find an appropriate whole-house humidifier is multiplying the total square footage by the height of the ceiling. This will help determine how many gallons of water/H2O is required every hour to ensure balanced humidity.
You should also consider your available budget, as a humidifier needs maintenance just like any other mechanical equipment.
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How much water does a humidifier use?
It depends on the model, but whole-house humidifiers average between 1.5 to 12 gallons per day. Obviously, drier climates will use more water to keep humidity stable.
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What are essential tasks for whole-home humidifier maintenance?
Scheduled preventive maintenance is often essential for lasting equipment efficiency, and your humidifier is no different. The humidifier’s reservoir should be frequently drained and cleaned to prevent mold.
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What is carbon monoxide?
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless and tasteless gas produced by partial fuel combustionwhich, in turn is frequently caused by limited access to oxygen. Appliances relying on natural gas, charcoal, wood or kerosene are common sources of CO gas, especially if they are not running correctly or have been installed incorrectly. CO is poisonous to the body and is lethal at high levels or long exposure.
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What are the effects/symptoms of carbon monoxide?
Initial signs such as nausea and exhaustion are often wrongly diagnosed as a result of the flu. But CO gas exposure can progress, oftentimes leading to confusion, organ damage or even death. Other symptoms include:
- Headaches
- Dizziness
- Chest pain
- Vomiting
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Should I be worried about carbon monoxide in my home?
Yes. Eliminating carbon monoxide should be a key concern because of the risk it poses to your health and well-being. CO gas can be discovered in any Waldorf home or commercial property, making safe ventilation and prevention strategies universally beneficial.
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What can be done to safeguard my home from carbon monoxide?
Prevention is the best place to start. A few safety precautions to take include:
- Don’t let your car idle in the garage. Cars are a significant source of carbon monoxide poisoning, so do not leave yours going in the restricted space of a closed garage. The same is true for gas equipment such as lawn mowers or snowmobiles.
- Don’t use ovens or grills as sources of heat. These appliances are safe when used correctly but can make carbon monoxide when used for an extended period in small spaces.
- Never operate a gas generator indoors. The fumes will have a much harder time dissipating.
- Have your chimney inspected by a specialist. This ensures chimneys and vents aren’t blocked and are connected appropriately.
- Confirm gas appliances are operating correctly, especially your heater. You can ensure efficient, safe operation by booking routine furnace maintenance with A-Plus Service Experts.
If carbon monoxide has been detected, you should immediately vacate the building and alert the fire department and utility provider. If a leak is spotted, you should then contact a trusted HVAC company for repairs.
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How can I get rid of indoor odors?
If an air freshener isn’t doing the trick, there may be microbes or contaminants nearby producing the unpleasant odor. Bacteria and mold are frequent sources, but they can be solved with the sanitation properties of a germicidal UV light. They are particularly effective against odor-producing microorganisms.