Indoor Air Quality Articles

The Basics of Winter Indoor Air Quality

December 12, 2025

In the winter, being snug as a bug in a rug in your home can be cozy, but it can also play havoc with your indoor air quality (IAQ) here in Lexington, creating some significant health problems. At Gateway Heating & Cooling, we recommend taking precautions to avoid the common issues associated with winter indoor air quality.

Don’t Let Your Home Sweat It Out: A Kentucky Guide to Humidity Control

April 11, 2025

If you’ve lived here for any length of time, you’re well aware of the battle we wage against moisture in the air, especially during those brutal months from July to September. We call this time of the year “the sweating season.”

5 Tips to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality This Fall

November 15, 2024

Get ready for cooler weather here in Lexington —fall is around the corner! When the outdoor temperatures start to drop, you probably will spend more time inside your home. Be sure to focus on enhancing your indoor air quality (IAQ) so that you can boost your overall home comfort and enjoy the autumn season to its fullest.

Why Is a Home Dehumidifier Important?

April 12, 2024

Our professionals at Gateway Heating & Cooling want to provide you with the information to create a healthy, comfortable environment for you and your family. Here is some important information about dehumidifiers and the role they play in your home’s health and comfort.

What to Know About Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

May 12, 2023

Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is known as the silent killer for a reason—it can easily go undetected and cause illness and even death. It’s critical to learn how to prevent carbon monoxide leaks in your Lexington home—as well as what the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are in case you are exposed.

5 Ways to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality

March 10, 2023

What do you think of when you hear about air pollution? You might immediately imagine a giant cloud of smoke, cars spewing exhaust, or a trash incinerator––but have you ever thought about your own home in Mount Sterling?

How UV Lights Benefit Your HVAC system

December 9, 2022

You can trust our certified team to offer you solutions that will add another layer of comfort, safety, and health to your home or business.

Learn the Facts About Carbon Monoxide 

November 9, 2022

At Gateway, we’re glad to share as much information as possible about protecting your indoor air quality (IAQ).

How Can You Manage Your Home’s Humidity?

July 9, 2022

Indoor humidity is a drag. It makes relaxing extremely difficult—after all, you are sweating inside your home! It can affect your health, triggering asthma attacks and flaring allergies. It tends to put everyone in a sluggish mood—even the goldfish. Let’s zap that excess moisture right out of the room, and look at ways to manage your Kentucky home’s relative indoor humidity.

What Are Zone Control Systems?

May 13, 2022

If you have a large home with multiple stories or a large household with family members who prefer different temperatures, consider installing a zone control system.

Why Is Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Important?

February 19, 2022

Energy-efficient homes are more common than ever. Although they provide many benefits, including reducing overall energy usage and a smaller carbon footprint, they come with some disadvantages as well. 

Fall Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)

November 16, 2021

With fall now upon us in Lexington, cooler temperatures are here to stay. This transition from one season to another most definitely affects your home’s indoor air quality (IAQ). And your indoor air quality directly affects your comfort in your home.

Why Do I Need a Humidifier in the Fall?

October 19, 2021

Fall is a beautiful time of the year—but it comes with a drop in humidity levels. If you’re concerned about the humidity change and want to enhance your comfort inside your Winchester home, installing a humidifier is an excellent option.

Improve Your Home’s Indoor Air Quality

June 18, 2021

At Gateway Heating & Cooling, we specialize in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems that add value to your home and enjoyment to your lives. After all, nothing spells happiness like fresh air.

Air Filters vs. Air Cleaners

March 9, 2021

Our team at Gateway Heating and Cooling, along with many manufacturers of air filtration and air purification products, are working to provide tools to help you ensure clean indoor air for you and your family. Here are some details about currently available solutions.

Why Is Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Important?

April 14, 2020

Energy-efficient homes are more common than ever. Although they provide many benefits, including reducing overall energy usage and a smaller carbon footprint, they come with some disadvantages as well. What Disadvantages? The most significant disadvantage is poor indoor air quality. Tightly sealed Lexington area homes prevent heated and cooled air from escaping as easily, but…

The Basics of Winter Indoor Air Quality

February 11, 2020

In the winter, being snug as a bug in a rug in your home can be cozy, but it can also play havoc with your indoor air quality (IAQ) here in Kentucky, creating some significant health problems. At Gateway Heating & Cooling, we recommend taking precautions to avoid the common issues associated with winter indoor…