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Businesses and restaurants around the country are taking the necessary precautions to ensure that the cleanliness and safety of their locations are fit to combat the spread of COVID-19. We wear our masks inside of retail stores and we dine 10 feet apart from each other in restaurants, but how can we be confident that our homes are similarly equipped to disarm the virus? 

The Aerus Pure & Clean with ActivePure Technology has been proven to reduce airborne SARS-CoV-2 virus by 99.9% in a matter of three minutes. This technology, installed as part of your HVAC system or inside the company’s portable air purification units, works to reduce the pathogens found in indoor settings, and can even be used to eliminate the virus from your home’s air while you’re sitting in the room. These air filtration systems are not new, but recent upgrades are now becoming available in residential spaces to prevent indoor contamination.  

How it works: 

Traditional filtration-based air purifiers work passively to suck in unclean air and push it back out into the room once it’s been removed of its contaminants. ActivePure instead works on the offensive front, quickly filling your room with safe, virus-neutralizing particles that are designed to identify and destroy the virus components. This process has been proven to be more effective, and also reduces the probability that the virus can reach your home’s furniture or other surfaces. The same purification method has been used before to eradicate other viruses, mold, and bacteria. 

Safe and reliable: 

Research for the Aerus Pure & Clean with ActivePure Technology has been conducted in some of the nation’s top biosafety laboratories that study the world’s deadliest pathogens. It has also been approved through FDA-compliant military lab tests, where the COVID-19 virus was sprayed into a room in high concentrations and was rapidly eliminated. ActivePure even uses NASA-inspired technology to disinfect your home’s air. These units are CDC approved and complement other typical safety practices, such as sanitizing regularly. 

In your home: 

We know that having fresh, clean air inside of your homes is always a priority, but this has now become even more necessary during the pandemic. When you or your guests enter your home from outside, or if you bring in a package that arrived at the front door, there’s clearly no way for you to physically identify the virus. Not only will the air being pumped throughout your home from the HVAC system be actively combating the virus living in the room, but the ActivePure technology also surrounds you and your guests with protective, virus-inactivating air. We spend the majority of our time now (and throughout quarantine) inside of our homes. Unpurified or infected air particles can have very real negative effects on our health. 

Have a question about Aerus Pure & Clean with ActivePure Technology and how to make your home safer from viruses in the air? Our experts at Clay’s Climate Control can provide you with all the information you’re looking for. Call us today at 609-916-1106 to schedule an installation of the ActivePure Technology in your HVAC now! 

When it comes to home maintenance, one of the most important things you can do is to pay careful attention to your air filter replacement status of your furnace. Air filters do exactly that, they filter air through your furnace, grabbing unwanted dust, hair, mold spores, lint, and debris so that you are not breathing those elements in. Homeowners should be switching out old filters that become clogged with these elements at least every quarter, sometimes more in the months that you are using your heating unit more often.

Have you ever thought about how often you need to change your furnace air filter? Allow us to guide you on exactly how to best take care of your furnace this winter. 

There are so many reasons why it’s important to consistently change your furnace air filter. Check out the top reasons below: 

Keep Your Furnace Working Efficiently: The cleaner your air filter is, the easier it will be for your furnace to push out air. When the air filter gets filled up with debris, it can cause negative effects including overheating or freezing up. Additionally, a dirty air filter can lead to buildups in your ductwork that can make the system malfunction. Most notably is the effect it can have on the air quality in your home. It has been proven that indoor air quality is much worse than outdoors. By maintaining consistent air filter replacements, you can significantly improve the quality of your air in your home.

Save Money: If you keep your air filters changed out on a regular basis, you could end up saving a great deal of money in the long run. Clean air filters allow your furnace to run smoothly and efficiently. If they have to work harder due to clogging, issues can start to occur that can lead to parts being broken within the furnace in addition to the system having to work harder, thus using more electricity which will cause your monthly bill to increase. 

Prolonged Lifespan: Just like most things in life, the more you take care of your furnace, the longer it will last. These systems can be costly. Maintaining proper care for them can significantly increase the amount of use you can get out of them. A well-cared-for furnace should last between 20-25 years. 

Fewer Breakdowns: When your furnace has a clean filter, it can work at optimum efficiency as we established earlier. This will enable the system to work without any hiccups. If there is buildup from lack of a clean filter, the system may experience certain problems such as breaking of parts, which can lead to the system breaking down. Make sure this doesn’t happen by changing that filter regularly! 

When it comes to air filter replacement, you can rely on Clay’s Climate Control! We have all of the materials needed to make sure you have clean air flowing into your home. Give us a call today at 609-916-1106 to schedule a furnace maintenance appointment to make sure your furnace is producing healthy air this winter!

The dangers of indoor air pollution are real and it’s not just because we are living through a pandemic. We often think of air pollution as an outdoor issue. The truth is, more people die each year from the effects of indoor air pollution, 600,000 more people in fact. 4.3 million people die each year from causes that lead back to indoor air contaminants. This is not surprising when you think about the fact that Americans spend 90% of their time indoors. We’ll explain examples of indoor air pollution, where these contaminants come from, and how you can reduce the risk of indoor air pollution in your home below.  

 

Sources of Indoor Air Pollution

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the top five sources of indoor air pollution issues originate from dust particles, combustion products, bacteria, viruses, moisture excess, radon, pesticides, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). These sources that come from inside the home all affect air quality in a negative way. 

 

Examples of Indoor Air Pollution

Dust: solid particles in the air that come from various sources including dead skin cells. When a homeowner does not change their HVAC filters, dust can build which can lead to poor ventilation. 

Combustion products: gas-powered appliances such as water heaters, dryers and furnaces are all combustion products. Ventilation is key to stop toxic combustion products like CO2 to get into the home. If CO2 is inhaled, it could be fatal. 

Moisture: moisture can lead to issues such as mold and mildew. When breathed in, these moisture-related issues can lead to shortness of breath and other allergies. Radon: this radioactive gas is under the home’s surface and is not visible. Radon can cause lung cancer and other serious health issues. If radon is found within the home, it must be remediated immediately. 

VOCs: Synthetic materials have become more and more common in materials used within the home over the past few decades. You would probably be surprised to know all of the products you purchase that have harmful synthetic materials. The byproducts that are released into the air from some of these materials can be harmful and lead to issues that range in seriousness from headaches to permanent damage to the central nervous system. 

 

Indoor Air Pollution Solutions

People that are more at risk for issues related to indoor air pollution are segments of the population that tend to be home more such as mothers and children, as well as senior citizens. Luckily, there are relatively simple solutions that can be enacted to protect you and your family from the harmful effects of indoor air pollution.

 

The first is ventilation. Regular service from your preferred HVAC company to make sure that your systems are running well and efficiently combined with regular filter changes can greatly reduce poor ventilation in your home. 

 

Another solution is how you use combustion products. Make sure that the combustion products in your home are being used correctly and that they are running well. Also, it is important to be aware of combustion products in close proximity to your home such as a car in the garage. If your car is on in the garage, make sure that there is sufficient ventilation. 

 

Finally, make sure your home has been inspected for radon. You can also purchase a radon detector if it’s been a while since you purchased your home. 

As the #1 Nationwide Residential HVAC Contractor of the Year, We take air quality very seriously at Clay’s Climate Control. Our skilled technicians know how to detect poor air quality and offer indoor air quality solutions if needed. We suggest regular HVAC maintenance which is made simple by our 3C Club Maintenance Plan. We offer easy online booking and a convenient customer experience. Contact us to schedule a visit from one of our professional, nationally certified technicians today!

Clay’s Climate Control —  that has been serving southern New Jersey since 2001 — was named the 2020 Residential Contractor of the Year by the Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA). This national award — which is given two only two contractors (one for residential, one for commercial) every year — is highly sought after by contractors throughout the country. 

Prior to choosing the Contractor of the Year, a panel of ACCA Past Chairmen determines a group of finalists. This year’s judges were Tony Shaker of Enfinity Partners, Larry Taylor of Taylor Consulting, Greg Leisgang of JonLe Heating & Cooling, Richard Dean of Environmental Systems Associates, Inc., and Stan Johnson from Stan’s Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc. Contractors who are considered for this award must meet the ACCA’s criteria, which includes:

• Delivering excellence 
• Administering superior heating and air conditioning services 
• Composing a team of credentialed and well-trained HVAC technicians 
• Offering friendly, reliable and helpful customer services 
• Making HVAC services easier for homeowners via a high-quality maintenance plan
• Being committed to making it easy for customers to do business via technology (IE online booking and a booking app)

Since its inception in 2001, Clay’s Climate Control has been going above and beyond for all of its customers. From the beginning, the owners of Clay’s Climate Control — Clay and Jen Pierce — set out to provide a professional, stress-free experience for HVAC repairs, maintenance or installation. In order to achieve this, their technicians are all NATE and EPA-certified, and they offer 24/7 emergency service, a maintenance plan to make services more affordable, a referral reward payback program and a mobile app that takes the stress out of HVAC services. Now, with the title of Contractor of the Year added to their repertoire, it is safe to say that all of their hard work has been recognized.  

“We are so humbled and honored to receive this award,” said Jen Pierce, adding, “it‘s crazy to think that it was just me and Clay when we started our business 19 years ago. Although we started from scratch with not much business knowledge, the ACCA provided us with resources and tools that taught us the business side, ultimately helping us recognize our untapped potential. Plus, we knew we had a ton of technical knowledge that would enable us to turn our vision into a reality.”

Jen went on to explain this vision, which centered around providing the highest quality of work and changing people’s expectations about the home services industry. “Over the years, we have been fortunate enough to grow and be surrounded by co-workers who have the same vision. If it weren’t for them, we would not have the company we have today, and we thank them for being by our side and sharing this achievement with us.” 

As a family-owned and operated company, Clay and Jen have also made it a priority to support their community, which is why they have been supporting the National Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Association for years. In 2019 alone, Clay’s donated $10,000 to this organization. Additionally, Clay’s is also committed to making local high school students aware of all of the amazing opportunities that are available to them in the trades through a New Jersey Structured Learning Experience at Mainland High School.

In addition to supporting their community, Clay and Jen also recognize that they would not be where they are today without their amazing team. Not only has the Pierce family created a healthy and supportive work environment, but they have also pledged to create 50 new opportunities over the next five years — this pledge involves educating, training and reskilling American workers from high school age to near retirement. 

Being able to add the Residential Contractor of the Year award to their portfolio is a dream come true for Clay’s Climate Control, and they look forward to delivering excellence and living up to this title for years to come.