Indoor air quality is becoming more and more important as people are spending more and more time indoors. The EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) estimates that people spend about 90% of their time indoors. In the summer, we stay inside to escape the oppressive heat. In the winter, we stay inside to escape the cold. Unfortunately, they also say the quality of indoor air can be two to five times more polluted than the worst outside air. How does this happen? Sources of indoor air pollution abound in your home no matter if you live in the country or the city. Sources include:
gas, oil, kerosene and wood stoves or fireplaces, tobacco smoke
insulation, carpet, cabinetry, pressed wood products
cleaning products, personal care products, glues, pastes
pesticides, pollen, outdoor air pollution, radon
dust mites, mold, viruses, pet dander
With today’s homes being built to be more energy efficient, with tighter and tighter seals, it’s hard for fresh outside air to get in. The result is stuffy, stale air trapped inside your home or office…with YOU! That’s why you need help keeping your indoor air quality up to par. Here are some of the indoor air quality services R.J. Nelson can help with:
Furnace maintenance is often overlooked. Dust, mold and pet hair can clog up your blower and coil and reduce airflow which will cause your system to run inefficiently. Let us keep your system running at its peak. We also can refer you to a reputable duct cleaning specialist to clean your duct system. This keeps any dirt in your duct system from traveling throughout your home when the furnace or air conditioner blower is on.
We use Honeywell air purifiers to remove even smaller particles than your furnace or air conditioner filter can remove.
UV lights kill any mold or mildew that could form inside your HVAC ductwork.
We use Honeywell humidifiers to replace moisture in your air. This will reduce static shock, bloody noses, sore throats, and dry, itchy skin.
Installing a programmable thermostat will make your home more comfortable, but more importantly, it will help you reduce your energy bills.
Fresh air dampers eliminate humidity which will help your home feel cooler in the summer.
If you have issues with allergies, humidity, hot and cold spots, or even energy savings, let us know. There are numerous ways we can improve your indoor air quality. Just give us a call and we’ll send one of our experienced heating and cooling technicians to your home to help.
