WHAT IS INDOOR AIR QUALITY?
HUMIDIFIERS
A humidifier is a device that increases the moisture in your home. The ideal relative humidity is somewhere between 30-50%. When it’s too low or too high, you will experience issues, such as mold, mildew, dry skin, and bloody noses.
Benefits
- Improves the quality of your sleep
- Control viruses and bacteria
- An effective way to protect your skin
DEHUMIDIFIERS
A dehumidifier is an appliance that reduces and maintains the level of humidity in the air in your home, usually comfort reasons. They also help eliminate musty odor and prevent the growth of mildew by removing water from the air.
Benefits
- Removes musty smells
- Hinders growth of dust mites
- Minimizes condensation in your home
AIR FILTERS
An air filter is a device that removes contaminants from the air in a room to improve your homes’ indoor air quality inside your HVAC system. They also help to reduce costly repairs caused by the additional strain put on your HVAC system.
Benefits
- Helps circulate cleaner air
- Reduces respiratory diseases and airborne infections
- Removes bad odors
UV LIGHTS
Expert UV Light Installation services have never been so affordable in Westerville and surrounding communities in the Greater Columbus, Ohio area. As dust and allergens pass through the UV light, it kills allergens and neutralizes them instantly.
Benefits
- Maintains a cleaner HVAC unit.
- Kills viruses, bacteria, and germs
- Removes VOC’s (Volatile Organic Compounds)
THERMOSTATS
Modern-day smart thermostats are programmable and designed to use less energy, prevent waste, and lower costs. They are more advanced and have better control over the temperature and air quality in your home.
Benefits
- Convenient to use
- Keep your HVAC system optimized
- Create consistent temperatures in your home
Air Purifier
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HUMIDIFIERS
A humidifier is a device that increases the moisture in your home. The ideal relative humidity is somewhere between 30-50%. When it’s too low or too high, you will experience issues, such as mold, mildew, dry skin, and bloody noses.
Benefits
- Improves the quality of your sleep
- Control viruses and bacteria
- An effective way to protect your skin
DEHUMIDIFIERS
A dehumidifier is an appliance that reduces and maintains the level of humidity in the air in your home, usually comfort reasons. They also help eliminate musty odor and prevent the growth of mildew by removing water from the air.
Benefits
- Removes musty smells
- Hinders growth of dust mites
- Minimizes condensation in your home
AIR FILTERS
An air filter is a device that removes contaminants from the air in a room to improve your homes’ indoor air quality inside your HVAC system. They also help to reduce costly repairs caused by the additional strain put on your HVAC system.
Benefits
- Helps circulate cleaner air
- Reduces respiratory diseases and airborne infections
- Removes bad odors
4 SIGNS THAT YOU MIGHT NEED TO IMPROVE YOUR AIR QUALITY
Humidity Issues
Too little humidity and you may suffer effects of dryness. Too much humidity and you may find mold or mildew in the home. You can regulate these levels with a Humidifier.
Uneven Temperatures
Cold and warm spots may be a sign of poor air quality.
Foul Odors
Nasty odors could be a sign of mildew or mold growth, which infiltrates the air you breathe.
Excessive Dust
Excessive dust buildup typically means you have a clogged air filter that needs to be replaced.
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FAQ
Commonly Asked IAQ Questions
What symptoms are often linked to poor Indoor Air Quality?
It is common for people to report one or more of the following symptoms:
- Dryness and irritation of the eyes, nose, throat, and skin
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Shortness of breath
- Hypersensitivity and allergies
- Sinus congestion
- Coughing and sneezing
- Dizziness
- Nausea
People generally notice their symptoms after several hours at work and feel better after they have left the building or when they have been away from the building for a weekend or a vacation.
What are the different types of pollutants?
Here are examples of common indoor air contaminants and their main sources:
- Carbon dioxide (CO2), tobacco smoke, perfume, body odors – from building occupants.
- Dust, fiberglass, asbestos, gases, including formaldehyde – from building materials.
- Toxic vapors, volatile organic compounds (VOCs) – from workplace cleaners, solvents, pesticides, disinfectants, glues.
- Gases, vapors, odors – off-gas emissions from furniture, carpets, and paints.
- Dust mites – from carpets, fabric, foam chair cushions.
- Microbial contaminants, fungi, molds, bacteria – from damp areas, stagnant water, and condensate pans.
- Ozone – from photocopiers, electric motors, electrostatic air cleaners.
How often should I replace my air filters?
Generally speaking, every 90 days.
How regularly you should install new air filters could depend on the following:
- Air filter model
- Complete indoor air quality
- Number of pets
- Household size
- Air pollution levels and construction around the house
What Indoor Air Quality products could improve my allergies?
