Covenant Heating and Cooling Blog: Archive for the ‘Indoor Air Quality’ Category

What Happens to Your Indoor Air Quality When You Skip Filter Changes?

Monday, February 2nd, 2026

It’s easy to overlook something as simple as an air filter, but that thin panel plays a major role in your home’s comfort and health. Your HVAC air filter in Brentwood, TN is responsible for capturing dust, pollen, pet dander, and other airborne particles before they circulate through your living space. When it’s clean, it quietly does its job in the background. When it’s clogged and overdue for a change, your indoor air quality (IAQ) can take a noticeable hit.

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Top Air Quality Products to Improve Your Home in 2026

Monday, January 26th, 2026

As we head into 2026, homeowners are paying closer attention to what’s in the air they breathe every day. Indoor air quality (IAQ) affects everything from comfort and sleep to allergies, energy efficiency, and long-term health. Dust, pollen, pet dander, excess moisture, and even stale air can quietly build up inside your home. That’s why many families are exploring solutions like a whole house air purifier in Nashville, TN to create a healthier, more comfortable living environment year-round.

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Combat Spooky Germs with Scary Good Air Quality Solutions

Monday, October 13th, 2025

As the crisp air of October rolls in, many homeowners are busy putting up Halloween decorations and planning for festive fun. But while you’re focused on keeping the ghosts and goblins outside, there might be something even scarier lurking inside your home—poor indoor air quality in Nashville, TN!

Dust, mold spores, allergens, and airborne bacteria can haunt your household all season long, affecting your family’s comfort and health. The good news? You can combat those spooky germs with our scary good deals on professional air quality solutions this fall!

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Pets, Pollen, and Particulates: IAQ Tips for a Healthier Home

Monday, August 11th, 2025

When it comes to maintaining comfort indoors, most homeowners in Tennessee know how vital their HVAC system is—but many don’t realize how much that system affects their home’s air quality. Between pets shedding fur, seasonal pollen, and airborne particulates from daily life, your home’s air can get dirty fast. That’s why improving indoor air quality in Hendersonville, TN isn’t just about convenience—it’s about health and peace of mind.

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Do I Need Duct Cleaning After a Wildfire?

Monday, August 14th, 2023

2023 brought awareness to an issue that was more common in only a handful of US states: wildfire smoke and its negative effects. Smoke from the 2023 Canadian wildfires enveloped many Northern and Mid-West states, areas that aren’t used to seeing much wildfire smoke. 

Although Tennessee is no stranger to wildfires, many homeowners aren’t aware of how wildfire smoke can decrease a home’s indoor air quality. Trying to make do with portable air filters isn’t very effective when smoke, ash, and particulate matter have infiltrated your home’s air ducts. Let’s go over whether getting professional duct cleaning is necessary after wildfire smoke has lowered the Air Quality Index in your neighborhood.

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Duct Cleaning and Your Health in the New Year

Monday, January 30th, 2023
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Most New Year’s resolutions are related to health. Losing weight and exercising more are common goals but what a lot of people don’t think about are the less-than-obvious ways to be healthy. 

For example, have you ever thought about the quality of the air you breathe in your very home? Studies have shown that indoor air quality (IAQ) is often worse inside a home than the air outside. Read on to learn more about how poor indoor air quality can affect your health and how duct cleaning in Nashville, TN can help.

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The Power of Whole-House Air Purification

Monday, April 12th, 2021

father-and-son-laying-on-couchWe have a number of customers ask us if whole-house air purification is worth it. Our short answer is, “yes!” But of course, we will elaborate below.

Over the past year, many homeowners have struggled a bit with deciding the best ways to stay healthy inside their own homes. Indoor air quality has been a bit of a “buzzword” so to speak. But indoor air quality is actually really important. And your indoor air quality can be worse than the quality of the air outside if you don’t have the right IAQ solutions in place.

While no indoor air quality product can guarantee that things like virus transmission will never happen, but using the right product or service can definitely reduce the risks involved with poor indoor air quality. Read on as we uncover the power of whole-house air purification.

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Is the Common HVAC Filter Enough for Air Purification?

Monday, June 8th, 2020

dirty-air-filter When you hear the term “air quality” do you think about the air outside or inside? Chances are, you don’t think too much about your indoor air quality because you assume that your HVAC system’s air filter takes care of it. But this isn’t true.

Rather, it is in place to protect the HVAC systems themselves from dust, dirt, and other debris infiltrating its internal components. While it certainly doesn’t hurt your indoor air quality, it’s not enough to resolve any issues your home might have. For that, you’ll want to consider a whole-house air purification system.

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When Did You Last Change Your Air Filter?

Monday, December 10th, 2018

man holding air filter, imposed on white backgroundWe’ll start off by saying that if it’s been longer than 3 months, then the time to change it is now, especially if that air filter is also used for your central air conditioning system. We want you to be able to get the most efficient and effective use out of both of your HVAC systems as you can. And considering how much you use both, chances are you’d like to do anything you can to prevent unexpected Hendersonville, TN furnace services.

One proven way to do so is by performing one small maintenance task that’s easy to do on your own—changing the air filter. You may be surprised to find just how important this component is to your furnace. It’s about much more than protecting your indoor air quality. In fact, protecting air quality isn’t even its purpose! So, what is?

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Is Your Ductwork Contributing to Poor Health?

Monday, October 15th, 2018

really-dirty-duct-being-cleanedIf you are anything like the average homeowner, you probably don’t give a whole lot of thought to the condition of your home’s HVAC ductwork. Of course, with its placement, we wouldn’t expect you to give it much thought. After all, ducts are typically hidden form sight, traveling through space between walls and through your attic. Exposed ducts often look fine in big industrial or commercial spaces, but not so much in residential homes.

But, should you be thinking about your home’s ductwork? Well, it’s important to be aware that ductwork that’s suffered damage will lead to poor HVAC performance, and a rise in utility bills. Damaged ducts aren’t the only concern, though. Dirty ductwork can be harmful too. This is why we stress the importance of scheduling routine duct cleaning in Hendersonville, TN.

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