It is easy to get carried away thinking about how the temperature of the air around us feels, but what about the breathing quality of that same air? Indoor air quality (IAQ) concerns us all, especially when you consider that the air indoors is estimated to be up to five times more contaminated than the air outside.
In small doses, the contaminants that are recirculating your indoor air may not pose much of a threat to your health. But after the thousands of breaths you and your family members take each day, you may begin to see symptoms stemming from the quality of your air. The symptoms of poor IAQ very closely mimic seasonal allergies, and include:
If you notice relief from your symptoms when you leave your home in the morning, but they return at night, you may be in need of a boost in IAQ.
The harmful particles that enter your breathing air come from many sources, inside and outside the home. These particles can include:
Want to know more about your home’s indoor air quality? Learn about the facts, and fiction, when it comes to your indoor air!
If you are looking for a solution to the poor IAQ in your home, trust the whole-home experts at Calfo. We can diagnose your IAQ issues and recommend the right ventilation or purification measures to provide your home with a steady supply of fresh air.
Breathe easier in a home with healthy air. Ask Calfo about how you can improve the IAQ in your Pittsburgh-area home—call (412) 651-3941 or get in touch here.
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