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 Stieferman Heating Company Inc 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 Jefferson City, Missouri.
Call us at 573-635-3547 today to start refreshing your home’s indoor air quality.
Signs Your Home Deals With Poor Indoor Air Quality
Is your home’s air healthy? It might not be as clean as you think. Pollution may be two to five times more concentrated indoors versus outdoors, as reported by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Indoor air pollutants drifting in your home’s air could induce headaches and allergy flareups. And mold and mildew can provoke a host of health issues.
Health Problems
While these types of symptoms can be a result of other issues, they can be indicative your home has indoor air quality (IAQ) problems. This is particularly true if you feel better while you’re away from home.
- Dry eyes, nose, throat or skin
- Headaches and sinus pressure
- Fatigue
- Allergies or asthma symptoms that are more severe than usual
- Coughing and sneezing
- Dizziness or nausea
Environmental Problems
An outdated heating and cooling system will sometimes be contributing to indoor air quality problems, primarily if it’s unable to filter air, balance humidity or keep temperatures consistent.
Here are some other signs you might need to refresh your indoor air:
- Too much static or mold growth
- Excessive dust
- Stuffy or musty odors
How Can I Avoid Indoor Air Quality Problems?
Preventing indoor air quality problems can be comparatively easy with just 10 simple tips:
- Request an indoor air quality audit with Stieferman Heating Company Inc. We’ll evaluate areas that impact air quality, such as humidity, carbon monoxide and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Then we’ll walk you through issues we find and how you can fix them.
- Clean consistently to clear away dust mites, which can aggravate allergies and asthma.
- Keep your home free of secondhand smoke.
- Get a whole-home filtration system to eliminate odors, as opposed to hiding them with air fresheners or scented candles. The pollution includes chemicals that can cause headaches or irritate respiratory symptoms.
- Ventilate gas-burning appliances, including stoves and water heaters, up and out.
- Keep your home’s humidity levels balanced with a humidifier or dehumidifier, based on your needs. Adjust humidity under 50% to restrict mold and mildew growth.
- Test your home for radon. Long-term exposure to this invisible radioactive gas is the leading cause of lung cancer among nonsmokers, as reported by the EPA. You can get a radon test kit online or contact your state radon program for information on discounted or free kits.
- Utilize a ventilation system to replenish contaminated indoor air with fresh air from outside.
- Look for natural cleaning and painting supplies that are low in or free of VOCs. High levels of VOCs can aggravate symptoms for family members with respiratory conditions.
- Place carbon monoxide detectors right outside bedrooms.
Start Cleaning Your Air Today with Stieferman Heating Company Inc
With a full roster of NATE-certified professionals and indoor air quality solutions, Stieferman Heating Company Inc can help your family breathe much easier. Call us at 573-635-3547 or contact us online today to begin.