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 Ambience HVAC, 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 Wilmington, Delaware.
Call us at 302-239-HVAC (4822) today to start refreshing your home’s indoor air quality.
Evidence Your Home Has Poor Indoor Air Quality
Is your home healthy? It might not be as clean as you think. Pollution is often two to five times higher indoors versus outdoors, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Indoor air contaminants moving through your home’s air could lead to headaches and allergy symptoms. And mold and mildew can cause a host of health concerns.
Health Problems
While these symptoms can be a result of other issues, they may also be indicative your home has indoor air quality (IAQ) problems. This is especially true if you feel better while you’re not home.
- Dry eyes, nose, throat or skin
- Headaches and sinus issues
- Fatigue
- Allergies or asthma symptoms that are worse than normal
- Coughing and sneezing
- Dizziness or nausea
Environmental Problems
An outdated heating and cooling system can be contributing to indoor air quality problems, primarily if it’s unable to filter air, regulate humidity or keep temperatures stable.
Here are several other signs you may need to refresh your indoor air:
- Excessive static or mold growth
- High quantities of dust
- Stagnant or musty odors
How Can I Stop Indoor Air Quality Problems?
Avoiding indoor air quality problems is comparatively simple with these 10 simple tips:
- Schedule an indoor air quality audit with Ambience HVAC, Inc.. We’ll test areas that impact air quality, such as humidity, carbon monoxide and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Then we’ll review any concerns we uncover and how you can fix them.
- Clean on a regular basis to control dust mites, which can aggravate allergies and asthma.
- Do what you can to get rid of secondhand smoke.
- Install a whole-home filtration system to remove odors, rather than masking them with air fresheners or scented candles. The pollution includes chemicals that can trigger headaches or irritate respiratory illness.
- Ventilate gas-burning appliances, such as stoves and water heaters, up and out.
- Keep your home’s humidity levels comfortable with a humidifier or dehumidifier, depending on 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 main cause of lung cancer among nonsmokers, as reported by the EPA. You can purchase a radon test kit online or get in contact with your state radon program for details on discounted or free kits.
- Use a ventilation system to exchange 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 worsen symptoms for family members with respiratory illnesses.
- Mount carbon monoxide detectors close to bedrooms.
Start Cleaning Your Air Today with Ambience HVAC, Inc.
With a full roster of Certified Pros and indoor air quality solutions, Ambience HVAC, Inc. can help your family breathe much easier. Call us at 302-239-HVAC (4822) or contact us online today to begin.