Fall in the Hudson Valley is gorgeous—but it’s also peak mushroom season, and that means more mold spores in the air. Add in wood stoves firing up in seasonal homes, and indoor air quality can take a real hit this time of year. I want to talk about the hidden risks of mold and allergens, and why keeping the air clean inside your home matters more than you might think.
That post-Thanksgiving drowsiness isn’t the turkey—it’s your indoor air quality. Learn why gas stoves, CO₂ buildup, and poor ventilation are the real culprits.
Think ghosts are scary? Try breathing in what’s hiding inside your mini split. Mold, bacteria, cobwebs — and a sludge so vile we had to invent OctoClean™ just to fight it.
After a surprise barnacle-to-the-eye incident while winterizing her boat, Kimberly Sevilla reflects on the importance of PPE—and why your HVAC system deserves the same seasonal care. From sailboats to split units, Shelter Air’s got your winter prep covered.
In the trades, we call a dirty outdoor unit a “Fur Coat.” It may look fuzzy, but it’s suffocating your heat pump. During the pandemic, I got hooked on rug-cleaning videos—the same thrill I get when stripping away years of dirt from a clogged system. So I implore you—nay, beg you—don’t wait until the first frost to find out your heat pump is struggling under a fur coat.
During the pandemic, I was just trying to hold it together—for my kids, for myself. We started hatching eggs in a homemade incubator. When that failed, we brought home day-old chicks and built a coop from scratch. One chicken, Chipmunk, survived every disaster. Until she didn’t.
When Kimberly Sevilla, founder of Shelter Air, took a job as an HVAC apprentice to evaluate a potential acquisition, she didn’t expect to get electrocuted within the first hour. This gritty, behind-the-scenes look at a real-world HVAC install reveals the cultural pitfalls, safety red flags, and leadership lessons that inspired her mission to transform the industry—from the attic up.
Spring is beautiful—but also full of pollen, humidity swings, and cranky HVAC systems. If you’ve been feeling off, your air might be too. Here’s why now’s the perfect time for a system tune-up—and how to save 10% with Shelter Air’s Wellness Plans.
Attending AHR Expo & HVACR School Symposium was about more than just HVAC innovations—it was a journey of trust, inspiration, and unexpected beauty. From a breathtaking lakeside moment to a side quest at Bok Tower, this trip offered lessons that go beyond business. Read more!
Dang, it’s cold! ❄️ Learn how building shell and HVAC efficiency can keep your home warm and energy-efficient this winter.
