Maintaining your home’s air quality is essential to the health of your household. Poor indoor air quality is linked to increased exposure to allergens and other contaminants that can seriously affect your quality of life. From dust and pet dander to pollen, dust mites, and carbon monoxide, your home can harbor many types of harmful pollutants that can be recycled into the air by a poor ventilation system. An air quality test conducted by an HVAC contractor will help determine what chemicals and pollutants are in your home’s air, so you can take actions to remediate the problem. 

3 Benefits of Air Quality Testing

1. Radon

Radon is an odorless, colorless, toxic gas, and is found naturally in the soil. The gas can become trapped in buildings and seep through cracks in your home’s foundation and linger in the basement. At least 21,000 people are killed by radon each year, so it’s critical your home be tested to find out if you’re at unsafe levels.

2. Mold

Mold and mildew thrive in moist and damp bathroom and basement areas and can spread all over your home. Upper respiratory symptoms that affect breathing are often caused by mold, especially in children and the elderly. It’s important to remove mold immediately and take steps to reduce your home’s humidity level by using a fan or dehumidifier. Your HVAC contractor can help you develop a protocol to keep mold out of your home.

3. Heating Appliances

If you own a furnace, fireplace, space heater, or other heating source that produces gas, it can emit carbon monoxide and nitrogen dioxide. Both gases are deadly, and air quality testing is essential to find out whether you’re home is at risk of contamination. You should use a ventilation fan or open your windows when using a stove or fireplace to improve the air quality.

Air quality testing is the best way to find out what type of contaminants are in your home’s air. Contact the professionals at Advantage Air Mechanical in Lexington, KY, to learn more about your home’s air quality. With over 20 years in business, their experienced HVAC contractors provide a wide range of services, including heating and cooling repair and installation. When you need affordable and high-quality HVAC maintenance, call them at (859) 559-6409. Visit their website to learn more about the HVAC contractors.