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 McPherson Quality Air & Plumbing 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 McPherson, Kansas.
Call us at 620-209-5030 today to start refreshing your home’s indoor air quality.
Evidence Your Home Deals With Poor Indoor Air Quality
Is your home’s air 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 drifting with your home’s air could lead to headaches and allergy flareups. And mold and mildew can cause a number of health problems.
Health Problems
While these symptoms may be a consequence of other issues, they can be a sign your home is dealing with indoor air quality (IAQ) problems. This is particularly true if you feel normal again while you’re not home.
- Dry eyes, nose, throat or skin
- Headaches and sinus irritation
- Fatigue
- Allergies or asthma symptoms that are worse than average
- Coughing and sneezing
- Dizziness or nausea
Environmental Problems
An outdated heating and cooling system can be contributing to indoor air quality problems, especially if it’s failing to filter air, control humidity or keep temperatures stable.
Here are a few other signs you might need to refresh your indoor air:
- Too much static or mold growth
- Large amounts of dust
- Stuffy or musty odors
How Can I Prevent Indoor Air Quality Problems?
Combating indoor air quality problems should be comparatively simple with these 10 simple tips:
- Plan an indoor air quality audit with McPherson Quality Air & Plumbing. We’ll test areas that affect air quality, including humidity, carbon monoxide and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Then we’ll walk you through issues we uncover and how you can fix them.
- Clean on a regular basis to clear away dust mites, which can exacerbate allergies and asthma.
- Keep your home free of secondhand smoke.
- Install a whole-home filtration system to get rid of odors, instead of concealing them with air fresheners or strong candles. The pollutants include chemicals that can cause headaches or upset respiratory conditions.
- Vent gas-burning appliances, such as stoves and water heaters, up and out.
- Keep your home’s humidity levels balanced with a humidifier or dehumidifier, depending on your needs. Set humidity under 50% to impede mold and mildew spores.
- Check your home for radon. Long-term exposure to this invisible radioactive gas is the main cause of lung cancer among nonsmokers, according to the EPA. You can purchase a radon test kit online or contact your state radon program for info on discounted or free kits.
- Utilize a ventilation system to replenish contaminated indoor air with fresh outdoor air.
- Look for natural cleaning and painting supplies that are low in or free of VOCs. High levels of VOCs can irritate symptoms for family members with respiratory conditions.
- Place carbon monoxide detectors close to bedrooms.
Start Cleaning Your Air Today with McPherson Quality Air & Plumbing
With a full roster of Certified Pros and indoor air quality solutions, McPherson Quality Air & Plumbing can help your family breathe much easier. Call us at 620-209-5030 or contact us online today to begin.
