Modern homes are well sealed to keep heating and cooling indoors. While this improves energy efficiency, inadequate fresh air, indoor contaminants and nonstop recirculation can lead to problems.
Don’t worry, though, because James Heating & A/C, Inc 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 Lexington, North Carolina.
Call us at 336-853-6070 today to start refreshing your home’s indoor air quality.
Signs Your Home Has Poor Indoor Air Quality
Is your indoor air healthy? It may not be as clean as you think. Pollution may be two to five times more concentrated indoors versus outdoors, as stated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Indoor air contaminants drifting in your home’s air could lead to headaches and allergy flareups. And mold and mildew can provoke a variety of health issues.
Health Problems
While these types of symptoms could be a consequence of other issues, they can be evidence your home has indoor air quality (IAQ) problems. This is especially true if you feel normal again while you’re out of the house.
- Dry eyes, nose, throat or skin
- Headaches and sinus issues
- Fatigue
- Allergies or asthma symptoms that are worse than average
- Coughing and sneezing
- Dizziness or nausea
Environmental Problems
An old heating and cooling system will sometimes be contributing to indoor air quality problems, especially if it’s failing to filter air, regulate humidity or keep temperatures stable.
Here are a few other signs you might need to purify your indoor air:
- Excess static or mold growth
- Large amounts of dust
- Stagnant or musty odors
How Can I Prevent Indoor Air Quality Problems?
Combating indoor air quality problems is relatively simple with these 10 simple tips:
- Plan an indoor air quality audit with James Heating & A/C, Inc. We’ll examine areas that influence air quality, such as humidity, carbon monoxide and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Then we’ll review any issues we come across and how you can resolve them.
- Clean on a regular basis to clear away dust mites, which can worsen allergies and asthma.
- Keep your home free of secondhand smoke.
- Use a whole-home filtration system to eliminate odors, rather than masking them with air fresheners or strong candles. The pollution includes chemicals that can cause headaches or upset respiratory conditions.
- Vent gas-burning appliances, including stoves and water heaters, up and out.
- Keep your home’s humidity levels comfortable with a humidifier or dehumidifier, based on your needs. Set 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 among nonsmokers, as stated by the EPA. You can purchase a radon test kit online or get in contact with your state radon program for information on discounted or free kits.
- Use a ventilation system to exchange contaminated indoor air with fresh outdoor air.
- Find 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 right outside bedrooms.
Start Cleaning Your Air Today with James Heating & A/C, Inc
With a full roster of certified professionals and indoor air quality solutions, James Heating & A/C, Inc can help your family breathe much easier. Call us at 336-853-6070 or contact us online today to begin.
