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 Ameri-Tec 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 Narvon, Pennsylvania.
Call us at 717-479-4950 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 healthy as you think. Pollution can be two to five times more concentrated indoors compared to outdoors, as reported by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Indoor air pollution floating with your home’s air can result in headaches and allergy symptoms. And mold and mildew can trigger a variety of health problems.
Health Problems
While these symptoms can be a result of other issues, they can also be indicative your home is dealing with indoor air quality (IAQ) problems. This is especially true if you feel normal again while you’re away from home.
- Dry eyes, nose, throat or skin
- Headaches and sinus issues
- Fatigue
- Allergies or asthma symptoms that are more intense than usual
- Coughing and sneezing
- Dizziness or nausea
Environmental Problems
An old heating and cooling system will sometimes be a contributing factor in indoor air quality problems, particularly if it’s struggling to filter air, regulate humidity or keep temperatures consistent.
Here are some other signs you might need to improve your indoor air:
- Too much static or mold growth
- High quantities of dust
- Stagnant or musty odors
How Can I Prevent Indoor Air Quality Problems?
Preventing indoor air quality problems can be comparatively straightforward with just 10 simple tips:
- Request an indoor air quality audit with Ameri-Tec. We’ll test areas that impact air quality, like humidity, carbon monoxide and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Then we’ll review any problems we uncover and how you can resolve them.
- Clean regularly to control dust mites, which can worsen allergies and asthma.
- Do what you can to get rid of secondhand smoke.
- Use a whole-home filtration system to eliminate odors, as opposed to hiding them with air fresheners or strong candles. The pollutants include chemicals that can cause headaches or aggravate respiratory symptoms.
- Air out gas-burning appliances, such as stoves and water heaters, outside.
- Keep your home’s humidity levels comfortable with a humidifier or dehumidifier, depending on your needs. Adjust humidity under 50% to impede mold and mildew spores.
- Check your home for radon. Long-term exposure to this invisible radioactive gas is the leading cause of lung cancer amongst nonsmokers, as reported by the EPA. You can get a radon test kit online or contact your state radon program for information on discounted or free kits.
- Use a ventilation system to replenish contaminated indoor air with fresh outdoor air.
- Choose natural cleaning and painting materials that are low in or free of VOCs. Elevated levels of VOCs can irritate symptoms for family members with respiratory conditions.
- Mount carbon monoxide detectors close to bedrooms.
Start Cleaning Your Air Today with Ameri-Tec
With a full roster of professionals and indoor air quality solutions, Ameri-Tec can help your family breathe much easier. Call us at 717-479-4950 or contact us online today to begin.