Should You Get Your Indoor Air Quality Tested? What You Need to Know

March 1, 2025

Dust, mold, and other tiny particles can float around unnoticed yet still trouble your health. Indoor air quality testing can give you answers, but you might wonder if it’s worth it. That’s something the team at Bratcher Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. in Peoria, IL, helps homeowners like you figure out every day. Knowing what’s in your air can help you make choices that lead to a cleaner, healthier home. When Dust and Allergens Take Over Do you know that feeling when you wake up with a scratchy throat or your eyes water before you’ve even stepped outside? You might blame pollen or the

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The Role of Dehumidifiers in Illinois Summers

July 17, 2024

Humidity and heat are hallmarks of an Illinois summer. Although staying indoors will keep you out of the heat, the humidity will likely follow you, making for a miserable and even dangerous living situation. Fortunately, dehumidifiers are here to help, and they have several uses beyond simply making your home easier to live in. How Dehumidifiers Reduce Humidity Dehumidifiers circulate the air through cool coils to remove excess moisture. Cool air condenses on the coils, and the moisture drains away or drops into a collecting tank. The dried air warms to room temperature and then

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Why Do Peoria, IL Residents Need an In-home Air Purification System?

March 15, 2023

A home air filtration system cleans the air in your home of potentially hazardous viruses, bacteria, and other impurities. It also makes it easier to keep your home clean and improves the performance of your air conditioning system, among other unanticipated benefits. Here are a few of the top benefits that you can expect when technicians from Bratcher Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. install an air purifier in your Peoria home. Minimizes the Risk of Airborne Disease Many germs that make us sick can be present in our air; when someone sneezes or coughs, infectious droplets are expelled. Such

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How Are Whole-Home Humidifiers Different From Portable Units?

December 19, 2022

Overly dry indoor air is a common issue during the winter. Not only is colder air always much drier, but your furnace also dries out the air inside your home even further. Constantly breathing in dry air will dry out your skin and sinuses. Dry air can worsen respiratory issues and potentially cause wood and leather furnishings to crack. The easiest way to overcome these issues is with a humidifier, and here is everything you need to know about the differences between portable humidifiers and whole-home units. Whole-Home Humidifiers vs. Portable Units Individual

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