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Your HVAC system distributes conditioned air throughout your home, keeping it comfortable and livable. However, if it’s poorly maintained and you haven’t had a visit from an HVAC contractor in a while, you could be suffering some health effects because of it. The following guide will explain how a poorly maintained HVAC system could negatively impact you.

How Could Your HVAC System Affect Your Health?

1. Headaches

If condensation forms in the ducts, their cool dark spaces are the perfect environment for mold growth. Once mold spores have settled and grown, your HVAC system will spread them throughout your home. Breathing them in can cause headaches, fatigue, and difficulty breathing. An HVAC contractor can inspect your ducts for mold and clean them to remove the contamination.

2. Respiratory Problems

This mold can also lead to breathing problems and irritated respiratory passages. Even if you aren’t dealing with a mold problem, a clogged HVAC filter may allow particles in, leading to a dustier home. If you struggle with allergies, this extra dust may cause breathing problems by lowering the air quality of your home.

HVAC contractor3. Dry Skin & Hair

During the winter, your furnace will remove moisture from the air, which can create an unpleasant environment for your hair and skin. If you notice that you’re putting on lotion more often and your lips are getting chapped easily, you may need more humidity in your home. You can remedy the problem with a humidifier, but you should also consider having your HVAC contractor install a whole-house humidifier.

 

If you’ve noticed any of these adverse effects, have the HVAC contractors from ABC Heating Cooling & Plumbing Inc. inspect your system. For more than 20 years, they’ve offered HVAC maintenance, repairs, and installation throughout Brookville, PA. They also provide comprehensive plumbing services. To learn more about their offerings, visit their website and get an estimate by calling (814) 856-3211.

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