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 Dave's Diversified Services 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 Front Royal, Virginia.
Call us at 540-636-3396 today to start refreshing your home’s indoor air quality.
Evidence Your Home Has Poor Indoor Air Quality
Is your home healthy? It may not be as clean as you think. Pollution may be two to five times more concentrated indoors compared to outdoors, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Indoor air contaminants moving in your home’s air will sometimes induce headaches and allergy symptoms. And mold and mildew can trigger a number of health concerns.
Health Problems
While many of these symptoms could be a result of other issues, they can be indicative your home is dealing with indoor air quality (IAQ) problems. This is especially true if you recover while you’re out of the house.
- 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
A well-worn heating and cooling system can be worsening indoor air quality problems, particularly if it’s struggling to filter air, balance humidity or keep temperatures stable.
Here are a few other signs you might need to improve your indoor air:
- Excess static or mold growth
- Excessive dust
- Stuffy or musty odors
How Can I Prevent Indoor Air Quality Problems?
Preventing indoor air quality problems should be fairly simple with the following 10 simple tips:
- Plan an indoor air quality audit with Dave's Diversified Services. We’ll evaluate areas that affect air quality, like humidity, carbon monoxide and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Then we’ll review any concerns we find and how you can resolve them.
- Clean consistently to clear away dust mites, which can aggravate allergies and asthma.
- Keep your home free of secondhand smoke.
- Use a whole-home filtration system to get rid of odors, rather than concealing them with air fresheners or strong candles. The contaminants include chemicals that can trigger headaches or upset respiratory symptoms.
- Ventilate gas-burning appliances, like stoves and water heaters, up and out.
- Keep your home’s humidity levels comfortable with a humidifier or dehumidifier, depending on your needs. Adjust humidity under 50% to restrict mold and mildew spores.
- Test your home for radon. Long-term exposure to this invisible radioactive gas is the main cause of lung cancer for nonsmokers, according to the EPA. You can get 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 air from outside.
- Find natural cleaning and painting supplies that are low in or free of VOCs. Elevated levels of VOCs can worsen symptoms for family members with respiratory diseases.
- Install carbon monoxide detectors right outside bedrooms.
Start Cleaning Your Air Today with Dave's Diversified Services
With a full roster of professionals and indoor air quality solutions, Dave's Diversified Services can help your family breathe much easier. Call us at 540-636-3396 or contact us online today to begin.