If you’re uncertain whether your Boynton Beach residence has unhealthy indoor air quality (IAQ), it possibly does.

We are indoors a lot. In fact, we’re inside up to 90% of the time, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. And the air inside residences could be 2–5 times worse than outdoors, which might create long-term health issues.

Most Common Sources of Bad IAQ

We’ve compiled a list of the most frequent sources of poor IAQ, the issues they cause and how you can fix these indoor air pollutants. If you’re concerned about the air inside your home, we recommend chatting with a pro like A2Z Air Inc about which products are ideal for your home.

Volatile Organic Compounds

Volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, are fumes released by regular household things.

They’re found in paint and stains as well as:

  • Furniture
  • Carpet
  • Building materials
  • Cleaning products
  • Cosmetics
  • Air fresheners
  • Candles

When these vapors accumulate indoors, they can irritate your eyes, nose and throat. They might also create headaches and nausea. Regardless of whether your home is in a rural or industrial location, an EPA study found indoor levels of these pollutants can be 2–5 times higher than the air outdoors.

Always follow the manufacturer’s guidelines when using paint or cleaning supplies. Opening a window can help fumes dissipate faster.

Air purification systems can also help. This equipment partners with your heating and cooling unit to improve indoor air. When seeking a model, ensure it’s specifically made to eliminate VOCs.

Dust and Pet Dander

Dust and pet dander can irritate health problems like asthma and allergies, especially when it continually gets recirculated by your home’s comfort system. While you can vacuum more routinely and buy an improved air filter, an air filtration system may be a better fit.

This unit hooks to your heating and cooling equipment to deliver mighty filtration. Some kinds have hospital-level filtration for getting rid of particles and bioaerosols.

Persistent Odors

Modern homes are tightly sealed to enhance energy efficiency. While this is great for your energy costs, it’s not very good for your IAQ.

Stuffy odors can stick around for a greater amount of time as your residence is pulling in less fresh air. Because keeping your windows open all year-round isn’t doable, here are two ways you can make your indoor air smell cleaner.

An air purification system is put in your ducts to wipe out odors before they get released again. Search for one with a carbon filter and the capability to break down dangerous VOCs. These units can also help keep your family healthy by eliminating most bacteria and normal allergy triggers like pollen and mold spores.

A ventilation system takes out stuffy indoor air and replaces it with fresh outdoor air. There are two models of equipment (heat recovery and energy recovery), so call our professionals for more info on which kind is best for your residence.

Unsteady Humidity

It’s essential your residence’s humidity remains even. Air that’s too moist can lead to mold, while dry air can cause respiratory symptoms.

Our technicians suggest 40–50% for the best comfort. To keep yours in balance, think about getting a whole-home humidifier or whole-home dehumidifier with your HVAC unit.

Instead of having to pull a humidifier from room to room, this solution delivers even humidity across your house.

Carbon Monoxide

Carbon monoxide is colorless gas you can’t smell. It’s a byproduct of insufficient combustion in fuel-burning units, like gas heating systems, water heaters or fireplaces.

It produces a severe health risk. In small levels, it can create flu-like ailments like headaches and nausea. It may be fatal in big concentrations.

We recommend yearly furnace maintenance to ensure your system is running smoothly. This service allows our techs to see problems before they start, including malfunctions that can lead to carbon monoxide leaks.

The best approach to keep your home free of carbon monoxide is to put in detectors. These alarms need to be on each floor close to bedrooms and living rooms.

Better Your Residence’s Air Quality with the A2Z Air Inc Experts

Informed that your residence has poor air quality but not sure how to improve it? Or unsure which option is a good fit for you? Give our friendly HVAC professionals a call at 561-270-6228 or contact us online right away. With free estimates and pro support, we’ll help you find the ideal equipment for your needs and budget.