Editorial Policy & Integrity Standards
Air Crafted Home is committed to producing technical, evidence-based content that readers can trust with their homes, health, and budgets. Here are the non-negotiable rules governing our editorial output.
1. Separation of Editorial and Commercial Interests
Our editorial staff does not receive compensation from manufacturers for favorable reviews, positive rankings, or product placements. Affiliate marketing links are added strictly after editorial conclusions and comparisons have been finalized. A manufacturer cannot purchase a spot on any “Best Of” list or influence our sizing formulas.
2. Primary Sourcing and Verification Standards
We prioritize authoritative, verifiable primary sources:
- US Department of Energy (DOE): Appliance standards, test procedures, and energy conservation regulations.
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Indoor air quality guidelines, radon mitigation, and ENERGY STAR criteria.
- Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM): Standardized CADR testing and room size certifications.
- Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC): Space heater fire statistics, recall notices, and clearance standards.
- ASHRAE: Standards 55 (thermal comfort) and 62.2 (residential ventilation).
3. Accuracy and Corrections Policy
When factual errors, outdated specifications, or superseded regulatory standards are discovered, we correct the article promptly and document the date of modification. We welcome technical feedback, peer review, and reader verification.
4. Real Author Identities and Byline Accountability
Every published guide and review is attributed to an identified writer and technical reviewer with relevant engineering, environmental health, or energy auditing credentials. We do not use pseudonyms or AI-generated fictitious author personas.