Indoor Air Quality Articles

What Does Indoor Air Quality Have to Do With Allergies?

February 11, 2026

Our team at Link Service Heating & Cooling wants to help keep your home’s indoor air quality high and you and your family healthy and comfortable.

The Basics of Winter Indoor Air Quality

December 15, 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 Edensburg, creating some significant health problems. At Link Service Heating and Cooling, we recommend taking precautions to avoid the common issues associated with winter indoor air quality.

Why Do I Need a Humidifier In The Fall?

September 12, 2025

Even with a quality heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system, your home could fail to maintain an ideal level of humidity.

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

May 15, 2025

Here at Pennsylvania, we enjoy beautiful scenery, a strong sense of community, and delicious barbecues.

What Do Air Purifiers and Air Filters Do?

April 30, 2025

Most homes in Pennsylvania and across the country are well-insulated, helping your heating and cooling system run more efficiently.

5 Ways to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality

September 30, 2024

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 Altoona?

How Can You Manage Your Home’s Humidity?

May 30, 2024

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 Pennsylvania home’s relative indoor humidity.

Why Do I Need a Humidifier?

March 15, 2024

Our professionals at Link Service Heating & Cooling are here to inform you about home humidification, different systems available, and the benefits they can provide during the winter season.

Dryer Vent Cleaning

December 5, 2023

Failure to clean.

Those words should never describe dryer upkeep in your PA home.

The leading cause of dryer fires is the failure to clean the appliance, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). The organization says failure to clean sparked 32 percent of dryer fires annually from 2014 to 2018 in the U.S.

Why Is a Home Dehumidifier Important?

July 13, 2023

A dehumidifier is a piece of equipment that removes moisture from the surrounding air. It works opposite of a humidifier, which adds moisture to the air.

Video – Remodeling Your Home? Don’t Forget Your Comfort!

April 27, 2023

Planning to remodel your home? Don’t forget about your heating and cooling system.

Learn the Facts About Carbon Monoxide 

October 19, 2022

At Link Service Heating & Cooling, we’re glad to share as much information as possible about protecting your indoor air quality (IAQ).

Everything You Need to Know About Boilers

December 21, 2021

At Link Service Heating & Cooling, though we haven’t been working with boilers since 1300 BC, we know a thing or two about them. Our highly trained and experienced heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) professionals regularly install and work on them here in Altoona. 

5 Tips to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality This Fall

October 20, 2021

Get ready for cooler weather here in Altoona—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.

How to Eliminate Dust in My Home

October 18, 2020

Everyone has it, and nobody wants it. Dust.
It’s rampant everywhere around the country and has become the subject of a lighthearted, frequently repeated myth at both the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the US Department of Agriculture (USDA).

Improve Your Home’s Indoor Air Quality

July 16, 2020

Improving the indoor air quality (IAQ) at your Altoona home or business makes sense on so many levels. Consider your health, your comfort, and your household budget. It’s hard to imagine a more important investment than improving the air you breathe!

At Link Service Heating and 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.

Why Is Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Important?

April 13, 2020

Energy-efficient homes are more common than ever. Although they provide many benefits, the most significant disadvantage is poor indoor air quality.