These days, homes are well sealed and insulated. While this makes them energy efficient, inadequate fresh air, indoor pollutants and nonstop recirculation can result in problems.
There’s no need to worry, though, since Vogts Heating & Air can help you have an energy-efficient home that’s also comfortable. Our services include an air quality audit and products to help improve indoor air quality in Pocatello, Idaho.
Give us a call today to get started improving your home’s indoor air quality.
Evidence Your Home Has Poor Indoor Air Quality
Is your home healthy? It might not be as healthy as you think. Pollution is often two to five times more concentrated indoors versus outdoors, as reported by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Indoor air pollution floating in your home’s air will sometimes lead to headaches and allergy symptoms. And mold and mildew can provoke a number of health problems.
Health Problems
While these types of 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 feel better while you’re out of the house.
- Dry eyes, nose, throat or skin
- Headaches and sinus irritation
- Fatigue
- Allergies or asthma symptoms that are worse than usual
- 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, primarily if it’s unable to filter air, control humidity or keep temperatures consistent.
Here are several other signs you may need to purify your indoor air:
- Excessive static or mold growth
- Excessive dust
- Stale or musty odors
How Can I Avoid Indoor Air Quality Problems?
Preventing indoor air quality problems is fairly simple with the following 10 simple tips:
- Schedule an indoor air quality audit with Vogts Heating & Air. We’ll evaluate areas that affect air quality, including humidity, carbon monoxide and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Then we’ll review any concerns we uncover and how you can resolve them.
- Clean consistently to control dust mites, which can aggravate allergies and asthma.
- Clear your home of secondhand smoke.
- Use a whole-home filtration system to get rid of odors, as opposed to concealing them with air fresheners or scented candles. The pollutants include chemicals that can lead to headaches or upset respiratory symptoms.
- Air out gas-burning appliances, including stoves and water heaters, outside.
- Keep your home’s humidity levels balanced with a humidifier or dehumidifier, according to your needs. Set humidity under 50% to impede mold and mildew growth.
- Assess your home for radon. Long-term exposure to this invisible radioactive gas is the number one cause of lung cancer among nonsmokers, as reported by the EPA. You can purchase 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 exchange contaminated indoor air with fresh air from outside.
- Look for natural cleaning and painting supplies that are low in or free of VOCs. Elevated levels of VOCs can aggravate symptoms for family members with respiratory illnesses.
- Install carbon monoxide detectors right outside bedrooms.
Start Breathing Healthier Air Today with Vogts Heating & Air
With a full lineup of professionals and indoor air quality products, Vogts Heating & Air can help your family breathe easier. Contact us or contact us online today to start.