Indoor air pollutants are an unpleasant reality that all homeowners should address. Studies have shown that air inside a home can often be more polluted than the air outside. Indoor air pollutants can come from a variety of sources and have a negative impact on the people in your home. Educating yourself about the dangers of indoor air pollutants will help you take the necessary steps to improve the air quality in your home. Ensuring that the air in your home is clean and safe should be a priority for all, but especially those that suffer from medical conditions such as allergies and asthma.
To learn more about indoor air pollutants and how they affect your home air quality, call Galmiche & Sons at 314-993-1110. Since 1950, we have been helping the residents of St. Louis with their heating and air conditioning needs, and we look forward to helping you improve the health and comfort in your home with your HVAC system.
The Effects of Indoor Air Pollutants and How to Prevent Them
The Environmental Protection Agency has conducted research showing that indoor air pollutants have a direct effect on the health of many Americans. This is especially true with the appearance of the Covid-19 pandemic, as people are spending more time indoors than ever. Indoor air pollutants cause symptoms such as sneezing/coughing, breathing issues, headaches, sore throats, chronic fatigue.
The good news is there are steps you can take to mitigate the presence of these airborne pollutants:
- Regular Maintenance – Contact your HVAC provider and set up a maintenance visit. This should be done about twice a year. These visits will ensure your HVAC system is functioning correctly. Malfunctioning units are often a source of air pollutants.
- Take Care with Combustibles – Common household items such as furnaces, stove tops, and water heaters use gas to generate heat or flame. If these appliances are not working properly, they can emit gas such as carbon monoxide into your home. This is one of the more common indoor air pollutants we see. Make sure these items have proper ventilation equipped and are in good working order.
- Radon Detectors – Radon is a naturally occurring gas that affects many homes and has the potential to be deadly. A radon detector or test can tell you if there is gas present in your home and if it is at a dangerous level. Radon can be vented from your home with devices that release the gas into the air, keeping it out of your home.
Don’t Ignore the Importance of Indoor Air Quality
While the above listed pollutants cannot be seen, they have the potential to impact the health of you and your family. Now, more than ever, it is vital to take steps to improve the indoor air quality in your home. Contact your HVAC provider to get started today.
Prevent Indoor Air Pollutants with Galmiche and Sons
As a leading St. Louis heating and air conditioning company with over 50 years of experience, we know how to mitigate air pollutants in your home. Call us today at 314-993-1110 to learn more about our services and about the types of indoor air quality systems that might benefit your home.
