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How To Reset A Hardwired Smoke Detector
A hardwired smoke detector can be reset by pressing and holding the reset or test button for 15 seconds. If that fails to stop the alarm from beeping, replace the
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Can Whole House Fans Cause Mold – Humidity And Temperature
Whole house fans do not cause mold. Whole house fans ventilate and cool down the indoor environment. The eventual reduction in temperature and humidity helps restrict mold growth. Whole house
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10 Reasons Why Your Smoke Alarm Keeps Beeping
Smoke alarms beep continually when there is a fire in the home. In the case of false alarms, a smoke detector can keep beeping due to residual charge, high humidity,
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Do Humidifiers Kill Or Spread Germs – All You Need To Know
Humidifiers do not kill germs that are airborne. Poorly maintained cool mist humidifiers can breed and disperse bacteria and mold spores into the air and have been associated with inflammation
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Air Purifiers That Remove Mycotoxins – And Those That Don’t
Mycotoxins are the primary pathogenic element responsible for mold infections. Given that, on average, we have 50,000 mold spores per cubic meter of space, mycotoxins are naturally concentrated in the
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Do Diffusers Cause Mold – And How To Prevent It
With aromatherapy gradually becoming mainstream, diffusers are now a common sight in American homes. Since diffusers are generally used for long hours, it is essential to know if they can
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What is the White Stuff In (and On) My Air Purifier?
High quality air purifiers can remove up to 99.97% of the contaminants in the air we breathe. However, if you have noticed some white stuff in and around your air
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How Evaporative Coolers Cause Mold – And How To Prevent It
More than half of all American homes have mold issues. Since evaporative coolers can increase the moisture content in a room and mold thrive in humid environments, it makes sense
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Do Humidifiers Cause Mold – Spores, Growths And Colonies
High humidity is often associated with damp problems in our homes and it is common to wonder if using a humidifier could potentially exacerbate the problem and cause mold to
