These days, homes are well sealed to keep heating and cooling indoors. While this makes them energy efficient, a lack of fresh air, indoor pollution and continuous recirculation can lead to problems.
You can rest easy, though, as Diedrick's Heating and Air Conditioning can help you have an energy-efficient home that’s also comfortable. Our services include an air quality audit, air duct cleaning and products to help improve indoor air quality in Seymour, Wisconsin.
Call us today to start improving your home’s indoor air.
Evidence Your Home Has Poor Indoor Air Quality
Is your home healthy? It may not be as fresh as you think. Pollution may be two to five times higher indoors than outdoors, as reported by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Indoor air pollution moving in your home’s air will sometimes lead to headaches and allergy flareups. And mold and mildew can trigger a host of health issues.
Health Problems
While many of these symptoms may be caused by other issues, they can also be a sign your home is struggling with indoor air quality (IAQ) problems. This is particularly true if you recover while you’re out of the house.
- Dry eyes, nose, throat or skin
- Headaches and sinus irritation
- Fatigue
- Allergies or asthma symptoms that are more intense than normal
- Coughing and sneezing
- Dizziness or nausea
Environmental Problems
An outdated heating and cooling system can be worsening indoor air quality problems, particularly if it’s unable to filter air, balance humidity or keep temperatures stable.
Here are some other signs you may need to purify your indoor air:
- Excessive static or mold growth
- High quantities of dust
- Stuffy or musty odors
How Can I Prevent Indoor Air Quality Problems?
Preventing indoor air quality problems can be comparatively easy with the following 10 simple tips:
- Schedule an indoor air quality audit with Diedrick's Heating and Air Conditioning. We’ll test areas that impact air quality, like humidity, carbon monoxide and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Then we’ll go over whatever problems we find and how you can improve them.
- Clean on a regular basis to clear away dust mites, which can aggravate allergies and asthma.
- Clear your home of secondhand smoke.
- Install a whole-home filtration system to remove odors, rather than hiding them with air fresheners or scented candles. The pollution includes chemicals that can lead to headaches or irritate respiratory illness.
- Vent gas-burning appliances, like stoves and water heaters, outside.
- Keep your home’s humidity levels in check with a humidifier or dehumidifier, based on your needs. Adjust humidity under 50% to impede mold and mildew spores.
- Assess your home for radon. Long-term exposure to this invisible radioactive gas is the main cause of lung cancer amongst nonsmokers, as reported by the EPA. You can buy a radon test kit online or reach out to your state radon program for info on discounted or free kits.
- Utilize a ventilation system to exchange contaminated indoor air with fresh air from outside.
- Look for natural cleaning and painting substances that are low in or free of VOCs. High levels of VOCs can worsen symptoms for family members with respiratory conditions.
- Place carbon monoxide detectors near bedrooms.
Start Cleaning Your Air Today with Diedrick's Heating and Air Conditioning
With a full roster of professionals and indoor air quality solutions, Diedrick's Heating and Air Conditioning can help your family breathe easier. Call us or contact us online today to get started.