Indoor Air Quality
- Advanced Air Quality Testing
- Pollutants and Volatile Compounds
- Leading-Brand Air Filters and Purifiers
- Air Duct Cleaning and Sealing
- Certified HVAC Contractors
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INDOOR AIR QUALITY TESTING IN NORTH RICHLAND HILLS
Indoor air quality, or IAQ, is important for many reasons when it comes to air circulation. Inside of your home, you are constantly breathing air from your heating and A/C system. If your HVAC system is not running optimally and has not been cleaned, the quality of your indoor air will suffer.
There are many issues that can arise from poor indoor air quality. From health effects to the comfort of your family, indoor air quality plays a significant role in your home. That is why it’s so important to monitor IAQ, which the experienced technicians at The AC Hero can do to determine the best solutions for your home.
IMPACTS OF POOR INDOOR AIR QUALITY
If you or your family members suffer from allergies, poor IAQ can affect breathing. With dust and other air particles in the air, it is imperative your HVAC system is working to keep the air as clean as possible. There may be dust mites, mold, bacteria, and viruses in unfiltered air that comes from contaminated ducts.
Also, your level of comfort can be significantly reduced due to poor indoor air quality. If you find it hard or uncomfortable to breathe, you may need to assess the quality of the air in your home. Poor indoor air quality can cause dizziness and headaches, which can affect your your guide to fitness quality of daily living. A wide range of concentrated indoor pollutants can cause discomfort and sickness. If your HVAC equipment malfunctions, the air can become toxic. In severe cases, it can result in dizziness, autoimmune problems, and cognitive issues as well as more serious diseases.
COMMON INDOOR AIR POLLUTANTS
- Volatile Compounds: Volatile Organic Compounds, or VOCs, include toxic ingredients found in many common household products. Whether they spill or evaporate, these can get into an HVAC system, build up, and circulate through indoor air over and over again.
- Mold & Bacteria: Mold colonies that build up in ductwork and A/C components can release spores and toxins that can cause anything from mild allergic symptoms to severe respiratory problems. Harmful bacteria can fester as well and be blown into rooms through vents.
- Carbon Monoxide: This odorless, colorless gas is a deadly indoor air pollutant. Carbon monoxide is produced by burning fossil fuels, so malfunctioning furnaces and heating equipment can dangerously affect IAQ.
- Allergens: Pollen, pet dander, and general dust can build up and contribute to allergies. The typical symptoms include sneezing, runny nose, cough, dry and/or sore throat, itchy eyes, and sometimes skin rashes.
- Dust and Fine Particles: Particulates less than 2.5 micrometers in diameter can include byproducts of wood burning, combustion, forest fires, industrial processes, and even motor vehicle emissions.
COMMON CAUSES OF POOR AIR QUALITY
- Dirty Ducts and Filters: Any dirt that collects in air ducts can reach your living space. Along with clogged filters, they’re major contributors to poor IAQ.
- Faulty Units and Furnaces: Faulty equipment can release carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxide, sulfur dioxide, ammonia, and formaldehyde, especially with older systems.
- Lack of Ventilation: An airtight home is energy efficient, but can be prone to poor air quality as there are fewer means for pollutants to escape.
- High Humidity Levels: Excess humidity can create dampness that allows mold to develop; a properly functioning HVAC system will control moisture levels to avoid this.
INDOOR AIR QUALITY SOLUTIONS
- Air Filters: Making sure your air filters are clean and up to date helps reduce the number of irritants circulating in your home. Air filters should be cleaned and/or changed on a regular basis.
- Air Purifiers: Air purification systems, especially those with HEPA filters, are very effective at removing particulates, allergens, smoke, and a variety of substances from the air.
- Air Duct Cleaning: Professional cleaning services involve the use of special equipment to inspect and clean air ducts, removing unhealthy contaminants without putting your home at risk.
- Air Duct Sealing: Tears and holes in ductwork can allow outdoor particulates to collect inside and reach your home’s interior; this can be mitigated or prevented with duct sealing.
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