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 B&D Air Conditioning 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 Safford, Arizona.
Call us at 928-432-6018 today to start refreshing your home’s indoor air quality.
Signs Your Home Has Poor Indoor Air Quality
Is your home healthy? It may not be as fresh as you think. Pollution can be two to five times more concentrated indoors than outdoors, as stated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Indoor air pollutants moving in your home’s air will sometimes result in headaches and allergy flareups. And mold and mildew can provoke a host of health problems.
Health Problems
While these types of symptoms could be a consequence of other issues, they may also be a sign your home is dealing with indoor air quality (IAQ) problems. This is especially true if you recover while you’re not home.
- Dry eyes, nose, throat or skin
- Headaches and sinus irritation
- Fatigue
- Allergies or asthma symptoms that are more intense than usual
- Coughing and sneezing
- Dizziness or nausea
Environmental Problems
A well-worn 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 consistent.
Here are several other signs you may need to refresh your indoor air:
- Excess static or mold growth
- Large amounts of dust
- Stale or musty odors
How Can I Avoid Indoor Air Quality Problems?
Avoiding indoor air quality problems should be relatively simple with these 10 simple tips:
- Plan an indoor air quality audit with B&D Air Conditioning. We’ll evaluate areas that impact air quality, including humidity, carbon monoxide and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Then we’ll walk you through issues we come across 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.
- Get a whole-home filtration system to eliminate odors, rather than concealing them with air fresheners or scented candles. The pollution includes chemicals that can trigger headaches or upset respiratory conditions.
- Vent gas-burning appliances, like stoves and water heaters, to the outdoors.
- Keep your home’s humidity levels balanced with a humidifier or dehumidifier, based on your needs. Put humidity under 50% to restrict mold and mildew spores.
- Test your home for radon. Long-term exposure to this invisible radioactive gas is the leading 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 details on discounted or free kits.
- Use a ventilation system to exchange contaminated indoor air with fresh outdoor 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 B&D Air Conditioning
With a full roster of certified professionals and indoor air quality solutions, B&D Air Conditioning can help your family breathe much easier. Call us at 928-432-6018 or contact us online today to begin.