Indoor comfort is about more than temperature alone. The quality of the air inside your home plays a major role in how comfortable, healthy, and enjoyable your living space feels day after day. Indoor air quality, often referred to as IAQ, affects everything from how fresh your home smells to how evenly air circulates throughout each room. When air quality is properly managed, your HVAC system works more efficiently and your home feels better year-round.
Coventry & Gattis A/C, Inc. Blog: Archive for the ‘Indoor Air Quality’ Category
New Year, New Air!
Monday, January 26th, 2026The start of a new year is a natural time to refresh routines and focus on a healthier, more comfortable home. While many homeowners consider decluttering or updating their living spaces, indoor air quality is often overlooked. January is an ideal time to improve the air you breathe, especially after a busy holiday season and months of increased indoor activity. A fresh approach to indoor air can make a noticeable difference in comfort and system performance year-round.
Improving indoor air quality now sets the tone for a cleaner, healthier home environment.
IAQ – Humidifier: Comfort Isn’t Just Heat
Monday, January 19th, 2026At Coventry & Gattis A/C, Inc., we know that staying comfortable indoors isn’t just about turning up the heat. During the cooler months, indoor air often becomes dry, which can affect comfort, air quality, and how your HVAC system performs. That’s where indoor air quality solutions like whole-home humidifiers make a meaningful difference. Proper humidity levels help create a balanced indoor environment that feels warmer, healthier, and more comfortable.
When heat alone isn’t enough, humidity control completes the comfort picture.
A Little Maintenance Goes a Long Way in Keeping Your Home Healthy
Monday, December 22nd, 2025Indoor air quality plays a bigger role in everyday comfort than many homeowners realize. While temperature often gets the most attention, the air you breathe inside your home can have a direct impact on how comfortable and refreshed you feel day to day. Dust, allergens, and airborne particles can quietly build up over time, affecting both comfort and overall indoor wellness.
The good news is that a little preventive maintenance can go a long way. With professional indoor air quality service, your HVAC system can help support cleaner, healthier air throughout your home.
Combat Cold, Dry Air with a Whole-House Humidifier!
Monday, December 8th, 2025When winter arrives, it brings chilly temperatures—and with them, dry indoor air that can leave your home feeling uncomfortable. At Coventry & Gattis, we know how quickly cold, dry air can affect everything from your skin and sinuses to your wood furniture and flooring.
If you’re noticing more dryness this season, it may be the perfect time to consider a whole-house humidifier. This simple addition works with your existing HVAC system to restore balance, boost comfort, and help your home feel warm and inviting all winter long.
Turkey’s in the Oven—What’s in the Air?
Monday, November 24th, 2025Thanksgiving brings the comforting aroma of roasted turkey, warm spices, and festive dishes filling your home. But along with those delicious scents, the holiday season also brings an increase in indoor allergens, lingering odors, and airborne particles that can affect your home’s air quality. With more cooking, more guests, and more time spent indoors, it’s important to pay attention to the air you and your loved ones are breathing.
Understanding how the season affects indoor air quality—and how proper filtration can help—can make your home healthier, fresher, and more comfortable throughout the holidays.
10 Tips to Improve Indoor Air Quality
Monday, July 28th, 2025Indoor air quality significantly affects your family’s health and comfort. Pollutants such as dust, pet dander, mold, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) can circulate unnoticed inside your home, triggering allergies, asthma, and other respiratory issues.
The good news is that improving your indoor air quality doesn’t require expensive equipment or major renovations. With some simple habits and smart choices, you can breathe easier and create a healthier living environment for everyone. Here are ten practical tips to boost your home’s air quality.
Learn About Ducts – Why They Need to be Properly Sized and Insulated
Monday, January 13th, 2025
Did you know that the ductwork attached to your heater or air conditioner plays an even greater role in keeping your home comfortable than perhaps the HVAC system itself? It’s true. Your HVAC system can only heat or cool the air. It’s up to the ductwork to channel that air to the various rooms of your home — with the help of the blower of course.
Keep reading to learn all about ductwork and why you need to make sure that yours is properly sized and completely airtight. Then give our team a call for your free duct inspection and insulation evaluation. If you’re considering installing new ductwork or improving the performance of your existing ducts, there are comfort and efficiency gains you won’t want to miss. If you decide to invest in an upgrade, you can save 30% on the total bill up to a total of $1,200 in savings.
Here’s What an Air Filter Can Capture: A Full Breakdown
Monday, October 21st, 2024
Air filters are becoming more common in homes that rely on things like air conditioning or heating throughout the year. Our area is no exception to that, being a place where an air filter can make a huge difference during our scorching hot summers or our chilly winters.
However, many of our customers just don’t know the benefits of an air filter. These systems can capture microscopic particles (and some that you can even see like dust and pet hair) that would otherwise give you sniffles, cause an allergic reaction, or even cause long-term health problems for you and your family.
Don’t just take our word for it! Keep reading to learn more about your indoor air quality in Colleyville, TX.
Indoor Air Quality: How Your HVAC System Can Improve It
Tuesday, November 14th, 2023In our modern lives, where we spend a significant amount of time indoors, the quality of the air we breathe plays a pivotal role in our overall well-being. While we often focus on outdoor pollution, the air quality within our homes and workplaces can significantly impact our health. Fortunately, one of the key contributors to maintaining a healthy indoor environment is right within our reach—the HVAC system.
Understanding Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)
Indoor air quality refers to the condition of the air within and around buildings, especially as it relates to the health and comfort of occupants. Poor indoor air quality can lead to various health issues, including respiratory problems, allergies, and in severe cases, even chronic diseases.
The Role of HVAC Systems
Your HVAC system does more than just regulate the temperature. It plays a vital role in maintaining a healthy indoor environment by:
1. Ventilation:
Proper ventilation is crucial for circulating fresh air and removing indoor pollutants. HVAC systems help by exchanging stale indoor air with fresh outdoor air, reducing the concentration of contaminants.
2. Filtration:
HVAC systems come equipped with air filters that trap dust, pollen, pet dander, and other airborne particles. High-quality filters can significantly improve indoor air quality by capturing these pollutants, preventing them from circulating in the air.
3. Humidity Control:
Balanced humidity levels are essential for a comfortable and healthy indoor environment. HVAC systems regulate humidity, preventing mold growth and creating an atmosphere that is inhospitable to dust mites and certain bacteria.
Improving IAQ with Your HVAC System
Enhancing indoor air quality through your HVAC system involves several key steps:
Regular Maintenance:
Schedule routine maintenance for your HVAC system to ensure it operates efficiently. This includes changing air filters, cleaning ducts, and inspecting for any issues that might affect air quality.
Upgrading Filters:
Consider using high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters or other advanced filtration systems that can capture smaller particles, thereby improving air quality significantly.
Proper Ventilation:
Ensure adequate ventilation in your living or working space. Simple actions like opening windows or utilizing exhaust fans in kitchens and bathrooms can complement your HVAC system’s efforts.
Investing in a reliable HVAC system and maintaining it properly can significantly enhance the quality of the air you breathe indoors. From filtration to ventilation and humidity control, these systems play a critical role in creating a healthier and more comfortable indoor environment for you and your loved ones. Prioritizing indoor air quality is not just about comfort; it’s a crucial aspect of maintaining good health.
At Coventry & Gattis Air Conditioning, Inc., we understand the importance of indoor air quality. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing top-notch HVAC services to ensure your home’s air is clean and healthy. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help improve your indoor air quality.