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 Refrigeration Systems Ltd. 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 Richmond, British Columbia.
Call us at 778-693-2532 today to start refreshing your home’s indoor air quality.
Evidence Your Home Has Poor Indoor Air Quality
Is your home’s air healthy? It may not be as clean as you think. Pollution may be two to five times higher indoors than outdoors, as reported by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Indoor air pollutants floating in your home’s air will sometimes result in headaches and allergy flareups. And mold and mildew can cause a host of health problems.
Health Problems
While these types of symptoms can be caused by other issues, they can also be indicative your home has indoor air quality (IAQ) problems. This is especially true if you feel normal again while you’re out of the house.
- Dry eyes, nose, throat or skin
- Headaches and sinus issues
- Fatigue
- Allergies or asthma symptoms that are more severe than usual
- Coughing and sneezing
- Dizziness or nausea
Environmental Problems
A well-worn heating and cooling system may be worsening indoor air quality problems, especially if it’s unable to filter air, balance humidity or keep temperatures stable.
Here are a few other signs you might need to purify your indoor air:
- Too much static or mold growth
- Excessive dust
- Stuffy or musty odors
How Can I Avoid Indoor Air Quality Problems?
Combating indoor air quality problems can be comparatively simple with the following 10 simple tips:
- Plan an indoor air quality audit with Refrigeration Systems Ltd.. We’ll evaluate areas that influence air quality, such as humidity, carbon monoxide and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Then we’ll review any problems we find and how you can improve them.
- Clean on a regular basis to reduce dust mites, which can aggravate allergies and asthma.
- Do what you can to get rid of secondhand smoke.
- Use a whole-home filtration system to get rid of odors, rather than concealing them with air fresheners or scented candles. The pollution includes chemicals that can lead to headaches or upset respiratory symptoms.
- Vent gas-burning appliances, such as stoves and water heaters, up and out.
- Keep your home’s humidity levels in check with a humidifier or dehumidifier, depending on your needs. Set humidity under 50% to hinder mold and mildew spread.
- Check 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 buy a radon test kit online or reach out to your state radon program for details on discounted or free kits.
- Use a ventilation system to replace contaminated indoor air with fresh air from outside.
- Find natural cleaning and painting supplies that are low in or free of VOCs. Excess levels of VOCs can aggravate symptoms for family members with respiratory conditions.
- Place carbon monoxide detectors right outside bedrooms.
Start Cleaning Your Air Today with Refrigeration Systems Ltd.
With a full roster of Certified Pros and indoor air quality solutions, Refrigeration Systems Ltd. can help your family breathe much easier. Call us at 778-693-2532 or contact us online today to begin.
