There are several reasons why air pollution tends to be at its worst during summer. The days are longer and the sun is stronger, which means more ultraviolet radiation. The air tends not to move as much as in other seasons. As if all that wasn’t bad enough, a study published in Environmental Science & […]
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Being able to remodel their kitchen or bathroom is a dream project for many homeowners. It’s also a lot of distinctly less-dreamy work, however. Before you have a blast picking out your new cabinets, counters, faucets, and drawers, you have to buckle down for the nasty stuff. Namely, you have to contend with your plumbing.
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Blue Ox Heating & Air is teaming up with WWTC AM 1280 The Patriot to honor veterans and active military personnel with the Patriotic Blue Ox Veterans Contest! How Does It Work? Every week, Blue Ox and The Patriot are hiding the “Patriotic Blue Ox” somewhere on their sites–and no, the one up there doesn’t
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It’s not until the temps are in the 90’s or in the negatives that you realize how important maintenance of your HVAC system really is. The HVAC air filter is a crucial part of keeping your system up and running and efficient. Air filters can often be the reason that your system fails which can
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It’s allergy season, which means it’s important to take the air quality in your home into consideration. Do you know what sort of contaminants are floating around the air in your home? Chemicals like benzene, formaldehyde, and ammonia can come from common household items and pollute your home’s atmosphere without any visual warning. Be prepared
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After a long winter, everyone’s home starts to smell a little stale. Even if you’re a meticulous cleaner, food and garbage scents can linger in the air long after they’ve been removed. During the cold months, those smells don’t have anywhere to go, so your HVAC ends up circulating them through your house again and
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Keeping the heat on during the winter is a concern for many Minnesotans, but Minnesota heating assistance is available for those who qualify. The Minnesota Department of Commerce offers an Energy Assistance Program to homeowners and renters that fall within certain income guidelines. They can resolve disconnections, provide education on ways to conserve energy, and
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Built in the early 1900s, the character of Miracle Redemption Christian Center International is woven into its intricate stained glass windows, elegant arched ceiling and, until recently, the sound of tired fans blowing inside the church to keep attendees cool. Installing ductless air conditioning system was the answer, and thanks to some great recommendations, Blue
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Despite the fact that spring weather has been all over the place this year, we’re excited for the warmth we know is right around the corner. From walks around the lake the Great Minnesota Get-Together, there’s so much to do during summer months in the Twin Cities. Throughout the month of May, we’ll be sharing some
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Your hair is standing on end, your skin is dry, you’re getting nosebleeds, you’re developing a chronic cough, and every time you touch anything, you get a painful electric shock. It’s winter—and in Minnesota that means the air is DRY. Low humidity is a problem that can occur at any time of year, but many
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