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Factors That Affect Your Indoor Air Quality

By Angie Lyczkowski | Published: August 10, 2017

Factors That Affect Your Indoor Air QualityYou may have heard that the indoor air quality of a typical home tends to be much worse than that found outside. Where does this pollution come from? The fact is, indoor air pollution is derived from diverse sources, such as these:

  • Volatile organic compounds, given off by household chemicals, particle board, dry cleaning solvent, hair spray and perfumes, lacquer, printers and hobby supplies
  • Dust
  • Pet dander
  • Cigarette smoking
  • Dust mites and other decaying insect parts
  • Pollen
  • Mold
  • Ozone
  • Asbestos
  • Radon

You’ve probably been blissfully unaware that many of these substances are circulating in your home’s air. Generally, most of us are likely to be healthy enough to resist the ill effects of these chemicals, but sometimes, particularly in airtight homes without proper ventilation, they can build up and recirculate in your HVAC system’s supply air in levels that may be harmful. Anyone prone to allergies, colds, chronic bronchial problems, rhinitis, watery eyes and other problems may be affected. Exposure to carbon monoxide, given off by the combustion process, can be deadly, while radon emissions, asbestos and cigarette smoke may cause cancer.

Controlling Indoor Air Pollutants

When it comes to improving air quality in your home, the best solution is to control pollutants at the source.

  1. Air out dry cleaning, pressed wood products and anything containing VOCs before they enter your home. Cap chemicals tightly.
  2. Take off shoes at the door to keep dust out.
  3. Do not buy pollen-bearing plants. Brush off clothing before entering the home, or change clothes right away.
  4. Get rid of carpets, which can be a haven for dust mites.
  5. Don’t allow smoking in the home.
  6. Have the home tested for radon and if it’s discovered, consider a radon barrier.
  7. If you suspect the presence of asbestos, have a professional remove it.
  8. Fix leaks that may allow moisture in the home, which can lead to mold, mildew and fungus.

To learn more about improving indoor air quality, contact Energy 1 Heating and Air Conditioning. We serve Lorain and the surrounding area.

Our goal is to help educate our customers in Lorain, Ohio about energy and home comfort issues (specific to HVAC systems). For more information about TOPIC and other HVAC topics, download our free Home Comfort Guide or call us at 440-201-2959.

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