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 Ilten's 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 Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Call us at 319-208-2351 today to start refreshing your home’s indoor air quality.
Evidence Your Home Has Poor Indoor Air Quality
Is your indoor air healthy? It might not be as fresh as you think. Pollution can be two to five times more concentrated indoors versus outdoors, as stated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Indoor air contaminants moving in your home’s air will sometimes result in headaches and allergy symptoms. And mold and mildew can cause a variety of health concerns.
Health Problems
While these types of symptoms could be a result of other issues, they may also be a sign your home is struggling with indoor air quality (IAQ) problems. This is particularly true if you recover while you’re out of the house.
- Dry eyes, nose, throat or skin
- Headaches and sinus issues
- Fatigue
- Allergies or asthma symptoms that are more intense than usual
- Coughing and sneezing
- Dizziness or nausea
Environmental Problems
A well-worn heating and cooling system may be worsening indoor air quality problems, especially if it’s unable to filter air, balance humidity or keep temperatures consistent.
Here are several other signs you may need to purify your indoor air:
- Too much static or mold growth
- Excessive dust
- Stuffy or musty odors
How Can I Avoid Indoor Air Quality Problems?
Combating indoor air quality problems can be fairly easy with the following 10 simple tips:
- Request an indoor air quality audit with Ilten's. We’ll test areas that impact air quality, like humidity, carbon monoxide and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Then we’ll go over whatever concerns we uncover and how you can resolve them.
- Clean consistently to reduce dust mites, which can exacerbate allergies and asthma.
- Clear your home of secondhand smoke.
- Use a whole-home filtration system to remove odors, rather than concealing them with air fresheners or strong candles. The pollution includes chemicals that can trigger headaches or aggravate respiratory illness.
- Air out gas-burning appliances, like stoves and water heaters, up and out.
- Keep your home’s humidity levels in check with a humidifier or dehumidifier, based on your needs. Adjust humidity under 50% to impede mold and mildew growth.
- Check your home for radon. Long-term exposure to this invisible radioactive gas is the main cause of lung cancer among nonsmokers, according to the EPA. You can get a radon test kit online or reach out to your state radon program for info on discounted or free kits.
- Utilize a ventilation system to replenish contaminated indoor air with fresh outdoor air.
- Look for natural cleaning and painting materials that are low in or free of VOCs. Elevated levels of VOCs can aggravate symptoms for family members with respiratory diseases.
- Install carbon monoxide detectors close to bedrooms.
Start Cleaning Your Air Today with Ilten's
With a full roster of certified professionals and indoor air quality solutions, Ilten's can help your family breathe much easier. Call us at 319-208-2351 or contact us online today to begin.