Did you know that the air you breathe inside your home influences your health? Indoor air quality (IAQ) refers to the quality of indoor air as it pertains to your health and comfort.

The majority of homeowners often neglect this important aspect of indoor living, which can lead to negative health effects. Indoor air quality should be everyone’s concern. Studies have shown that we spend up to 90 percent of our time indoors.

Ultimately the indoor environment has a huge effect on our immediate and long-term health. Respiratory issues including asthma, allergies, COPD, and emphysema are all affected by the air we breathe. Our long term health is affected by the chemicals in our home, from the products we use every day, to the materials the home was built with.

Air Purifiers:

Air purifiers pull contaminants directly from the air. Think of an air purifier as your first line of defense against common household air pollutants. The purification process is simple, effective, and beneficial to your health.

Air Humidifiers:

One factor that plays into indoor air quality is the humidity level. Humidity is damaging to your indoor air quality both when it is too high and when it is too low. High levels of humidity facilitate the growth of mold, and mold spores are damaging to your health when breathed in. Low levels of humidity allow air pollutants to remain suspended in the air, inevitably being breathed in by a building’s inhabitants.

By controlling and maintaining a consistent, appropriate level of humidity, your air is healthier to breathe because air pollutants sink to the floor and are unlikely to be inhaled. Good humidity levels also help to improve dry skin conditions and prevent wood furniture from cracking.

Fresh Air Ventilators:

Fresh air is one of the best ways to improve indoor air quality. Mechanical ventilators attach to your air distribution system and introduce a controlled amount of outdoor air into the home or business.As outdoor air is drawn into the ductwork, an equal amount of stale indoor air is removed from the living area. Replenishing your home with fresh air can make a huge difference in your home’s or business’s indoor air quality.

Dehumidifier: 

Using a dehumidifier in your home removes the extra moisture from the air causing it to feel cooler in your home. This lets you set your thermostat higher in the warmer months and reduces your overall energy bill. Not only does it make your home feel cooler, but it also reduces the chances of the reproduction of mold, mildew, and other bacteria.

UV Lamps:

Harmful bacteria pose a threat to your family’s health. To reduce illnesses in your home, UV lamps can be installed in your system’s ductwork. These lights will destroy harmful bacteria with ultraviolet light before they can make it into your home’s indoor air.

HVAC systems with leaky ducts are detrimental to indoor air quality and system efficiency. Leaky ducts pull in harmful air pollutants into the indoor environment. Additionally, dirty ducts negatively impact indoor air quality because dust, mold spores, and other harmful air pollutants can be picked up and carried into the air you breathe when the system is operating.

To combat these IAQ problems, TemperaturePro offers duct cleaning and duct sealing services. Sealing your ductwork and cleaning the harmful pollutants from the ducts will improve your indoor air and reduce your monthly costs on your energy bills. Choose these two services with TemperaturePro for cleaner air at an affordable cost.

Indoor air quality is essential to optimize HVAC system efficiency and healthy, comfortable living. Choose TemperaturePro to work with you to discover the perfect indoor air quality solution for your home or business today!