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 J.L. Brady Company LLC 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 Moline, Illinois.
Call us at 309-517-7511 today to start refreshing your home’s indoor air quality.
Evidence Your Home Deals With Poor Indoor Air Quality
Is your indoor air healthy? It may not be as fresh as you think. Pollution is often two to five times higher indoors versus outdoors, as reported by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Indoor air pollutants floating in your home’s air will sometimes induce headaches and allergy flareups. And mold and mildew can trigger a host of health problems.
Health Problems
While these symptoms may be caused by other issues, they can be evidence your home is struggling with indoor air quality (IAQ) problems. This is particularly true if you recover while you’re out of the house.
- Dry eyes, nose, throat or skin
- Headaches and sinus irritation
- Fatigue
- Allergies or asthma symptoms that are more intense than normal
- Coughing and sneezing
- Dizziness or nausea
Environmental Problems
An outdated heating and cooling system can be contributing to indoor air quality problems, particularly if it’s unable to filter air, control humidity or keep temperatures consistent.
Here are a few other signs you might need to improve your indoor air:
- Too much static or mold growth
- Large amounts of dust
- Stuffy or musty odors
How Can I Stop Indoor Air Quality Problems?
Combating indoor air quality problems is fairly simple with the following 10 simple tips:
- Schedule an indoor air quality audit with J.L. Brady Company LLC. We’ll test areas that affect air quality, such as humidity, carbon monoxide and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Then we’ll review any concerns we find and how you can resolve them.
- Clean on a regular basis to control dust mites, which can exacerbate allergies and asthma.
- Clear your home of secondhand smoke.
- Get a whole-home filtration system to get rid of odors, rather than masking them with air fresheners or scented candles. The contaminants include chemicals that can trigger headaches or upset respiratory illness.
- Vent gas-burning appliances, including stoves and water heaters, to the outdoors.
- Keep your home’s humidity levels in check with a humidifier or dehumidifier, depending on your needs. Set humidity under 50% to restrict mold and mildew growth.
- Check your home for radon. Long-term exposure to this invisible radioactive gas is the leading cause of lung cancer amongst nonsmokers, according to the EPA. You can buy a radon test kit online or get in contact with your state radon program for info on discounted or free kits.
- Use a ventilation system to exchange contaminated indoor air with fresh outdoor air.
- Look for natural cleaning and painting substances that are low in or free of VOCs. Elevated levels of VOCs can worsen symptoms for family members with respiratory illnesses.
- Mount carbon monoxide detectors near bedrooms.
Start Cleaning Your Air Today with J.L. Brady Company LLC
With a full roster of NATE-Certified professionals and indoor air quality solutions, J.L. Brady Company LLC can help your family breathe much easier. Call us at 309-517-7511 or contact us online today to begin.
