{"id":1568,"date":"2023-08-30T10:16:28","date_gmt":"2023-08-30T14:16:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/henryheating.com\/?p=1568"},"modified":"2023-10-02T17:44:34","modified_gmt":"2023-10-02T21:44:34","slug":"indoor-air-pollution","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/henryheating.com\/indoor-air-pollution\/","title":{"rendered":"Causes of Indoor Air Pollution & Ways to Fix It"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

About Indoor Air Quality<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Indoor air pollution is a significant concern in homes and businesses. As you live or work indoors, you are surrounded by airborne pollutants that can be 2-5 times greater than outdoor air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Types of Indoor Air Pollution & Contributing Factors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are different sources of indoor air pollution, and many are especially dangerous to kids, the elderly, and those with health issues. Your indoor air is under constant attack from airborne pollutants, and you need an effective defense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The following are just a few of the many things that can cause indoor air pollution, some symptoms, and the accessories to solve your air quality concerns:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Issue\/Source<\/th>Common Symptoms*<\/th>Solution<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Particle Allergens: Pets, dust mites, mold, pollen, and animal dander<\/em><\/td>Known to trigger and worsen asthma and allergy symptoms<\/td>Electronic Air Purifier<\/td><\/tr>
Chemical Pollutants
Cleaners, paints, adhesives, pesticides, cosmetics, and air fresheners<\/em><\/td>		Nausea and headaches. At high levels, can cause eye irritation<\/td>Fresh Air Ventilation<\/td><\/tr>
Carbon Dioxide
Simple breathing. Burning candles, gas, wood, and other combustibles<\/em><\/td>		Drowsiness, poor concentration<\/td>Fresh Air Ventilation<\/td><\/tr>
Relative Humidity
Too much or not enough moisture in the air<\/em><\/td>		Moist Air: Mold and dust mites
Dry Air: Nosebleeds, dry eyes, and skin<\/td>		Dehumidifier,
Humidifier<\/td><\/tr>
Mold and Bacteria on the Cooling Coil
Dampness<\/em><\/td>		Coughing, respiratory issues<\/td>UV Lamp<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>
*https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/indoor-air-quality-iaq\/care-your-air-guide-indoor-air-quality<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Solutions to Fix Indoor Air Pollution<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Fortunately, options exist for those seeking ways to minimize indoor air pollution levels. A home air quality inspection is a good starting point to determine which of the following options are most appropriate for specific situations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Electronic Air Purifier<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This solution uses a multi-step, active and passive, cleaning process to collect and destroy pollutants such as pollen, dander, mold, tobacco smoke, viruses, and bacteria. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. The first step, an active one, creates a cloud of electrically charged ions that attach themselves to particles, bacteria, and viruses suspended in the air as they pass through.
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  2. The next step, which is passive, collects the charged particles in filter media with a high MERV rating. This filter media has an opposite electrical charge.
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  3. The final active step takes the captured particles, which are attached to the filter media, and subjects them to a strong electric field. This electric field inactivates select germs with up to 99% effectiveness.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Fresh Air Ventilation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    This method removes stale, polluted indoor air, and replaces it with clean, outside air. There are a few common options for fresh air ventilation of your home or business including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n