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Sizing the HVAC: Bigger Is Not Better

It is generally accepted that "the right way" to specify an air conditioning system is to calculate the loads and select a piece of equipment that will provide comfort to the customer in a wide variety of conditions. Unfortunately this is rarely practiced.
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What is SBS and what causes it?

Sick Building Syndrome ("SBS") is a situation in which occupants of a building experience acute health effects that seem to be linked to time spent in a building. While specific causes of SBS remain unknown, the following have been cited as contributing factors to sick building syndrome: Chemical contaminants from outdoor sources Chemical contaminants from indoor sources
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Molds in houses

Molds produce tiny spores to reproduce. Mold spores waft through the indoor and outdoor air continually. When mold spores land on a damp spot indoors, they may begin growing and digesting whatever they are growing on in order to survive. The key to mold control is moisture control.
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Indoor Air Quality

EPA rated indoor air pollution as one of the five most urgent environmental issues, accounting for over $1 billion in direct health care costs annually. The culprit is improper ventilation and poor building practices. Shouldn?t your home be a safe haven for your family?
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