WHY SHOULD I BE CONCERNED WITH MY INDOOR AIR QUALITY
IT IS WHERE WE LIVE
There was a time, 20 years ago or so, when air filtration meant a filter in our air conditioning system. What we have learned through EPA studies is that a wide array pollutants such as molds, pollen and more are living right under our noses. Air purification, air filtration and ultra violet lights can eliminate these and provide us with clean air for the place we live.
SO WHAT CAUSES INDOOR AIR POLLUTION
The list may astound you. Pollen, mold, pressed wood products, cleaning supplies, hobby supplies, paints, thinners, tobacco products, pesticides even a improperly running air conditioning unit can be a cause of poor indoor air quality.
Even a roof leak or plumbing leak that may have occurred months or years ago can still be causing problems in your home.
Pollutants can enter from items we bring into our home as well as from outdoors. Window left open, improperly sealed and doors windows are a major source.
HOW CAN I TELL IF I HAVE POOR INDOOR AIR QUALITY
Chances are if you do not have some sort of air filtration or ultra violet light protection your indoor air needs improving. Some of the early signs may be irritation of the eyes, nose or throat. You may also notice dizziness, headaches or fatigue. These symptoms may only occur slight and you may feel as if you seem to have a slight cold or flu. Another, symptom may be a poor nights rest. Your body is continuing to fight off these allergens while it should be resting and restoring your health.
SO HOW CAN I IMPROVE MY INDOOR AIR
Air filtration and ultra violet lights can help dramatically in the removal of such pollutants. Removing air from a specific area such as kitchens and baths will help with improving indoor air quality. Also, pulling air from every area of the home through a central air conditioning system, filtering the air and then returning it to the home with a small amount of clean outdoor air is the typical way of providing clean air.
An air filtration system and ultra violet light assembly is very important. A good air filtering system will trap and remove minute particles of molds, pollens, spores and other allergens. By introducing an ultra violet light system, this neutralizes minute particles that may pass through the system.
HOW DO I FIND OUT IF THERE IS A PROBLEM
First off, call General Air and Plumbing to come out and assess your situation. Here, in Southwest Florida, our outdoor air is high in humidity. Controlling the humidity is important to eliminating molds, pollens etc. In most instances making sure your air conditioning system is clean and free of pollutants is the beginning.
Installing a high quality air filtration system is next. Trapping small particles and stop the process of passing them throughout you home.
Ultra violet lights coupled with a quality filtration system are the final step in improving your indoor air quality.
General Air & Plumbing
Indoor Air Quality
239.591.2909 - Naples
239.482.0034 - Fort Myers
