Today’s homes are well sealed and insulated. While this helps with energy efficiency, inadequate fresh air, indoor pollution and constant recirculation can result in problems.
There’s no need to worry, though, as Country Thyme AC & Home Services 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 Manor and Austin, Texas.
Give us a call today to start cleaning your home’s indoor air quality.
Evidence Your Home Has Poor Indoor Air Quality
Is your home healthy? It may not be as healthy as you think. Pollution may be two to five times more concentrated indoors than outdoors, as reported by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Indoor air contaminants floating in your home’s air may induce headaches and allergy symptoms. And mold and mildew can provoke a variety of health problems.
Health Problems
While these types of symptoms can be a consequence of other issues, they may also be indicative 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 issues
- Fatigue
- Allergies or asthma symptoms that are more severe than average
- Coughing and sneezing
- Dizziness or nausea
Environmental Problems
A well-worn heating and cooling system will sometimes be a contributing factor in indoor air quality problems, especially if it’s failing to filter air, regulate humidity or keep temperatures consistent.
Here are a few other signs you might need to purify your indoor air:
- Too much static or mold growth
- Large amounts of dust
- Stale or musty odors
How Can I Prevent Indoor Air Quality Problems?
Preventing indoor air quality problems should be relatively straightforward with these 10 simple tips:
- Schedule an indoor air quality audit with Country Thyme AC & Home Services. We’ll examine areas that affect air quality, like humidity, carbon monoxide and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Then we’ll go over whatever concerns we find and how you can resolve them.
- Clean regularly to control dust mites, which can exacerbate allergies and asthma.
- Do what you can to get rid of secondhand smoke.
- Use a whole-home filtration system to remove odors, instead of hiding them with air fresheners or strong candles. The contaminants include chemicals that can lead to headaches or upset respiratory illness.
- Air out gas-burning appliances, including stoves and water heaters, outside.
- Keep your home’s humidity levels comfortable with a humidifier or dehumidifier, based on your needs. Set humidity under 50% to hinder mold and mildew spores.
- Test your home for radon. Long-term exposure to this invisible radioactive gas is the main cause of lung cancer amongst nonsmokers, according to the EPA. You can get a radon test kit online or reach out to your state radon program for info on discounted or free kits.
- Implement a ventilation system to replenish contaminated indoor air with fresh outside air.
- Look for natural cleaning and painting substances that are low in or free of VOCs. High levels of VOCs can irritate symptoms for family members with respiratory illnesses.
- Install carbon monoxide detectors close to bedrooms.
Start Cleaning Your Air Today with Country Thyme AC & Home Services
With a full roster of certified pros and indoor air quality products, Country Thyme AC & Home Services can help your family breathe easier. Call us or contact us online today to get started.