As the temperatures continue to drop, our families will spend more time stuck inside our homes. Have you considered the quality of your indoor air? The truth is that there can be more pollutants in your air than you realize, and they can lead to long-term effects on your health and your family’s health.
October is National Indoor Air Quality Awareness Month. Read along to learn how you can take control of the air in your home and keep your and your loved ones’ health at the forefront during this autumn season.
How Is Your Air Quality?
Your home’s air quality is measured by the number of pollutants that exist within in. Higher concentrations can cause symptoms that you feel or sometimes can leave last impacts without you even knowing. The best way to determine if your home has poor air quality is to schedule an Air Quality Test. Tudi’s trusted home service professionals will complete testing and show you what dangers could be present in your air.
Common Air Indoor Pollutants:
- Mold
- Mildew Spores
- Pet Dander
- Seasonal Allergens
- Dust
- Stagnant Air
- High Humidity Levels
What Effects Can Poor Indoor Air Have On My Health?
Poor air quality is most often met with physical symptoms. The most common side-effects can include respiratory problems like coughing, sneezing, or itchy or watery eyes. Others may experience increased fatigue, painful headaches, and even nausea. When indoor air quality is the root of your symptoms, you may notice relief when you leave your home or let in fresh air from outside. Those who suffer from chronic conditions like Asthma may notice worsened symptoms of their conditions as a result of low-quality indoor air.
How Can I Remove Bad Air From My Home?
Luckily, there are many steps you can take to remove the poor-quality air in your home before the winter season.
- Start a habit of changing your air filter every few months. This simple, regular service allows you to keep tabs on your air by viewing the collected dust and pollutants on the filter.
- Clean your home often, particularly around your HVAC system. Cold and flu season is among us, and disinfecting is our best superpower against germs. Keeping the area around your system clean can reduce the amount of pollutants cycling through your system.
- Receive routine maintenance on your system. Having professionals in your home often means that problems can be caught before they worsen and affect your health. Bi-annual tune-ups are included on Tudi’s Home Comfort Plan.
- Stay on alert of potential symptoms and know when to call the pros. If you notice increased headaches, sneezing, nausea or more that worsen when you spend time inside your home, it may be time to contact the experts at Tudi. Don’t let side-effects fester and impact your family’s comfort and well-being.
The best way to learn more about your home’s air is to schedule air quality testing with Tudi Mechanical Systems. Our team of professionals will analyze the results and determine the best path towards clean breathing for your family.
Your home comfort is our priority, schedule Indoor Air Quality services today!