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Indoor air quality has gotten complicated with all the conflicting information flying around online. As someone who’s spent years dealing with Pacific Northwest conditions —...

Washington State extends tax credits for homeowners installing ENERGY STAR certified air purification systems through 2026. Credit Details Qualifying systems include whole-house HEPA filtration and...

Portland-based startup introduces an affordable air quality sensor designed specifically for rental apartments where permanent modifications aren’t possible. Product Features The compact device monitors PM2.5,...

King County health officials are reminding residents to check their home ventilation systems as winter approaches. Seasonal Concerns With homes sealed tight for heating efficiency,...

A new study from the University of Washington links improved indoor air quality to better sleep patterns among Pacific Northwest residents. Research Findings Participants who...

Seattle’s air quality index hit “Good” for 15 straight days this month—the longest clean air streak since regional monitoring began. Residents have been enjoying weather...

The EPA just released updated indoor air quality guidelines that Pacific Northwest homeowners should pay attention to. The new standards reflect current research on what...

Indoor Air Quality: The Pollution You Don’t See Indoor air often contains more pollutants than the air outside—and you’re breathing it all day. Cooking fumes,...

PM2.5: The Tiny Particles That Do Real Damage PM2.5 refers to particles smaller than 2.5 micrometers—tiny enough to slip past your body’s defenses, penetrate deep...

Understanding the Air Quality Index The Air Quality Index translates complex pollution measurements into a simple number. Values run from 0 (clean air) to 500...