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During the summer, many people rely on an air conditioning unit to keep their families comfortable. However, many contaminants can enter this system and spread throughout the home, some of which can be five times higher than outside. That’s why you should schedule an air quality inspection to tell you how safe the air is in the house. Below is more information about why your home’s air matters and how to improve it. 

How Does Air Quality Impact Health?

Dust, pet dander, disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and pesticides are among the many contaminants in homes. While the filter on your air conditioning unit can trap some of these pollutants, others are too small and will pass through and irritate your family members. This can cause short-term eye, nose, throat, and skin inflammation, as well as trigger asthma attacks.

What Affects Air Quality in the Home?

air conditioning unitThe rate at which your air conditioning unit exchanges indoor air for outdoor air, the climate, weather conditions, and cleaning will impact the quality of the air. For example, dampness in the home can lead to mold growth, which can cause watery eyes, itchy skin, and respiratory illness. Additionally, smokers in the home release tar, nicotine, and carbon monoxide particles, that an air filter may not catch. This allows the substances to circulate and collect in the house, leading to breathing issues.

How to Improve Air Quality

Indoor air becomes stagnant when there’s not enough ventilation and circulation. Regular air quality inspections tell you what is in the home’s environment so that you can improve it. Change your air conditioning filters every month to allow it to remove more impurities and improve circulation. You may also benefit from installing a dehumidifier if your home is moist, as it helps to prevent mold growth. On the other hand, a humidifier relieves dry skin and irritated nasal passages in a dry home.

 

To take the first step toward a safer atmosphere in your home, schedule an air quality inspection with Echols Heating & Air Conditioning Inc. Located in Coventry Township, OH, this residential HVAC contractor offers more than 100 years of combined experience. As a NATE-certified company, their technicians provide service for all makes and models and are active members of the Home Builders Association, NARI, and ACCA. Call (234) 248-2777 to schedule an appointment. Visit them online to learn more about their services.

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