If you’re uncertain whether your Plover residence has bad indoor air quality (IAQ), it probably does.

We are indoors a lot. As a matter of fact, we’re indoors up to 90% of the time, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. And the air inside residences could be 2–5 times more polluted than outdoors, which could create long-term health concerns.

Most Common Origins of Unsatisfactory IAQ

We’ve made a list of the most ordinary sources of inferior IAQ, the troubles they create and how you can remedy these indoor air pollutants. If you’re troubled by the air inside your residence, we recommend consulting with a expert like Point Heating & Cooling about which products are a good fit for your family.

Volatile Organic Compounds

Volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, are chemicals released by everyday household products.

They’re found in paint and stains in addition to:

  • Furniture
  • Carpet
  • Building materials
  • Cleaning products
  • Cosmetics
  • Air fresheners
  • Candles

When these vapors accumulate indoors, they may irritate your eyes, nose and throat. They might also result in headaches and nausea. Regardless of whether your home is in a rural or industrial location, an EPA study found indoor levels of these fumes can be 2–5 times greater than the air outdoors.

Always follow the manufacturer’s directions when using paint or cleaning supplies. Cracking a window can help vapors disperse faster.

Air purification systems can also make it better. This unit partners with your heating and cooling unit to clean indoor air. When looking for a model, ensure it’s specifically designed to wipe out VOCs.

Dust and Pet Dander

Dust and pet dander can aggravate health problems like asthma and allergies, especially when it constantly gets redistributed by your house’s comfort system. While you can vacuum more regularly and get an improved air filter, an air filtration system could be a better match.

This unit hooks to your comfort equipment to provide mighty filtration. Some models provide hospital-level filtration for getting rid of particles and bioaerosols.

Persistent Odors

New residences are securely sealed to boost energy efficiency. While this is fantastic for your utility costs, it’s not very good for your IAQ.

Musty odors can stick around for a greater amount of time because your residence is pulling in less fresh air. Since keeping your windows open throughout the year isn’t an option, here are two approaches you can make your indoor air smell better.

An air purification system is put in your HVAC system to eliminate odors before they get released again. Find one with a carbon filter and the power to eliminate damaging VOCs. This equipment can also help keep your loved ones healthy by eliminating most bacteria and ordinary allergy triggers like pollen and mold spores.

A ventilation system pulls out stuffy indoor air and exchanges it with fresh outdoor air. There are two types of systems (heat recovery and energy recovery), so check with our professionals for more information on which type is best for your residence.

Unbalanced Humidity

It’s critical your house’s humidity stays even. Air that has too much moisture can create mold, while dry air can create respiratory symptoms.

Our technicians suggest 40–50% for the best comfort. To keep yours in balance, think about getting a whole-home humidifier or whole-home dehumidifier with your HVAC equipment.

In place of having to pull a humidifier from room to room, this product delivers balanced humidity across your house.

Carbon Monoxide

Carbon monoxide is colorless gas you can’t smell. It’s a byproduct of insufficient combustion in fuel-burning appliances, like gas heating systems, water heaters or fireplaces.

It causes an extreme health risk. In low levels, it can create flu-like ailments like headaches and nausea. It could be fatal in big concentrations.

We recommend regular furnace maintenance to ensure your equipment is running properly. This job allows our professionals to pinpoint troubles before they get bigger, including malfunctions that can cause carbon monoxide leaks.

The best approach to keep your home free of carbon monoxide is to put in detectors. These alarms must be on every floor close to bedrooms and living rooms.

Enhance Your Residence’s Air Quality with the Point Heating & Cooling Professionals

Aware that your home has bad air quality but not sure how to make it better? Or unsure which product is a good fit for you? Give our kind HVAC professionals a call at 715-504-0533 or contact us online today. With free estimates and pro support, we’ll help you find the right solution for your family and budget.