Would you consider your home healthy? It might not be as fresh as you would imagine. Pollution can be two to five times worse indoors than outdoors, as noted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Indoor air contaminants circulating through your residence’s air might result in headaches and allergy flareups. And mold and mildew can cause a host of health problems.
Health Problems
Though headaches and allergies can be present due to other issues, they can be a warning your home has indoor air quality (IAQ) trouble. This is especially accurate if your symptoms improve once you’re gone.
- Itchy eyes, nose, throat or skin
- Headaches and sinus problems
- Tiredness
- Allergies or asthma issues that are more irritated than regular
- Coughing and sneezing
- Faintness or feeling queasy
Environmental Concerns
An old heating and cooling machine might be a potential cause in indoor air quality challenges, particularly if the HVAC system appears to be struggling to clean air, regulate humidity or keep temperatures consistent.
Here are some additional indications you may want to consider improving your indoor air:
- Extreme static or mold growth
- Disproportionate dust
- Musty smells