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Use Your Humidifier Settings To Combat Musty Odours In The Home 

What Causes A Musty Odour?

A home in Alberta might smell musty in spring because you have more moisture in the home. It’s important for homeowners in Alberta, where humidity levels can vary widely throughout the year, to manage indoor humidity levels. Some ways to manage humidity include proper ventilation, use of dehumidifiers, and addressing any moisture-related issues promptly to prevent these problems from occurring.

If you have a whole-home humidifier attached to your furnace, there are different settings for winter and summer. Here are some tips to get the most from your humidifier through the year:

Use Your Humidifier Settings

  • Choose The Right Humidifier: To control humidity and maintain a comfortable level, consider using humidifiers. There are different types of humidifiers available, including evaporative, ultrasonic, and steam-based humidifiers. Choose one that suits your needs and budget.
  • Set Humidity Seasonally: Check your humidifier’s instructions for the best humidity setting. There is usually a WINTER and SUMMER setting, which simplifies the seasonal adjustment for you. In the winter, your ideal setting will be lower in order to prevent condensation on your windows, which can freeze. Frozen condensation can cause problems when it expands in your window fittings, and when it melts and drips on your carpet. 
  • Regular Maintenance: Clean and maintain your humidifiers regularly to prevent the growth of mold and bacteria. Follow manufacturer instructions for proper cleaning and filter replacement.

By following these steps, you can determine the correct humidity level for your home in Alberta and control it at a comfortable level. You will have better indoor air quality and improved overall comfort. Keeping your interior at the correct humidity can help combat musty odours so you can breathe easy all day long!

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I phoned Alberta Carpet Cleaning to ask for a quote for carpet cleaning for 3 bedrooms in my home and the lady that answered the phone was so patient, helpful, kind, and explained everything in detail. The price was good but the customer service is what pulled me in. When Jason showed up to clean my carpets he was also very personable. He answered all my questions and was done in no time. He did an awesome job. I highly recommend this company and I’ll be using them again.

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Had my sectional cleaned by Lee(I apologize if the name is wrong). He arrived in the time frame I was given. He was very professional and did a thorough job of cleaning my sectional. There were some major stains I wanted gone and Lee was able to get them out. He went over some areas a few times to make sure nothing was left. The price I paid was reasonable. I would definitely use them again for future cleaning.

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Very pleased with the service for both carpet and furnace duct cleaning. The costs for the services were clearly explained at the time we booked our appointment. The technicians arrived at the expected time. After assessing the work that had to be done, the technicians once again explained the costs of the job. There were no hidden cost surprises. The technicians were courteous and took the necessary measures to prevent any damage to our home. All in all, we were pleased with the work and professionalism of the technicians. Excellent job!

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