A lack of proper air exchange can cause the air in your home to be up to five times more polluted than outside air. This can cause increased problems in those with asthma or allergies, and can result other serious health risks. Common sources of home indoor air pollution include:
- Dust, pet dander, and pollen
- Excess moisture from bathing and cooking
- Smoke from fireplaces, candles, or gas appliances
- Harmful compounds from cleaners, adhesives, paints, and other products
- Radon gas that can be released naturally based on location
Whole-House Ventilation Systems
One of the biggest trends in creating healthy indoor air is whole-house ventilation. There are two types of whole-house ventilation systems.
Heat Recovery Ventilators: These systems remove heat from the inside air before it is pushed to outside, and it will then warm the incoming air.
Energy Recovery Ventilators: ERV systems manage both heat loss and the humidity in the air. These will transfer the moisture in the humid air stream to the dryer air stream to recover the energy trapped in the moisture.
The bathroom can be the most common spot of moisture in the home. The best line of defense against moisture in the bathroom is a quality vent fan. You can install one in each bathroom. Make sure to use them during and for thirty minutes after bathing to remove excess moisture. Doing so can help prevent mold and mildew.
Also remember to change the air filter every one to three months. Remember to install an air filter for your HVAC system. Replace it every one to three months to keep the system operating efficiently. Replace the air filter on your vacuum cleaner with a HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) filter, which captures much finer particles than standard vacuum cleaner filters. If you have any questions about the system in your home, make sure to contact us.
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