[vc_row][vc_column][qodef_custom_font font_family="Archivo" font_size="60px" line_height="70px" font_weight="700" text_align="left" content_custom_font="How to Limit Spring Allergens at Home" color="#000000"][vc_column_text] Warmer weather is sneaking up on us and so are spring allergens. Outdoor pollen and other irritants make their way indoors, spreading microscopic airborne particles throughout your home and causing troublesome symptoms for you and your family. This may seem inevitable but, believe it or not, there are ways you can limit these allergy triggers!   Limit the amount of allergens that are entering your home Avoid spending too much time outdoors during the mid-morning or mid-afternoon times while pollen counts are high. If you must, shower and change your clothes immediately upon entering your home. Avoid hanging your clothes to dry outside and use your dryer instead. Try taking off your shoes outside or use two doormats (one indoor and one outdoor) to help catch allergens from your footwear. Seal any gaps, cracks and openings around windows and doors and keep them closed as much as possible to avoid excess irritants from entering. Remove the existing indoor allergens Vacuum and dust your home as frequently as possible. Wash your beddings, curtains, and rugs as much as possible in hot water to remove existing particles. Give your pets regular baths. Whether or not they are indoor or outdoor, it is still recommended to remove allergens from their fur. Change your filter regularly. Implement an air purification system, such as an electronic air cleaner, UV lights, particle ionizers, or other indoor air quality products recommended by your HVAC professional.   Using the right system for your home can help remove allergens that are circulating in your air instead of just those that are large enough to coagulate on interior surfaces. May is National Asthma and Allergies Awareness Month: it’s only suiting that you take steps today toward cleaner, healthier indoor air. Contact Titan’s Heating and Air to discuss your options for improved indoor air quality today at 651-714-8931! We also do duct cleaning!![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]...

[vc_row][vc_column][qodef_custom_font font_family="Archivo" font_size="60px" line_height="70px" font_weight="700" text_transform="Capitalize" text_align="left" content_custom_font="When Should You Turn Your Air Conditioner On?" color="#000000"][vc_column_text] Spring weather gives you the energy and motivation to clean – both inside and outside of your home. When working on spring clean-up tasks, it’s important to not forget your A/C system components. While a spring maintenance check for your AC unit should be best left to the professionals, there are certain things you can do to be sure your unit is in tip-top shape for the summer months. First, while you are outside, take a look at your condensing unit and make sure that it is clear of leaves and debris. Any blockages could make your system work inefficiently. Although a professional is required to clean it properly, homeowners can prevent issues by making sure it is clear of debris. Next, check the A/C filters inside your home. Dirty filters can restrict air flow and cause your system to work harder than necessary. If you have more than one system in your home, you will have multiple air filters, so be sure to change all of them. While you are changing the filters, check your return grille and vacuum the dust or wipe it clean to keep your newly installed filter cleaner longer. The return grille is the metal grille that allows air to flow through that is directly in front of your filter. Do you have a media filter in your attic? This type of filter works directly with your air handler or coil and is usually located in the attic. This filter usually needs changing once or twice a year. These cleaning tips will ensure your system runs efficiently, but we still recommend a spring tune-up by a professional, such as Titan Heating & Cooling. A spring tune-up will help identify any problems with your system before they become costly. Call Titan Heating and Cooling for your spring tune-up needs or anytime you need a repair or system maintenance – 651-714-8931.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]...