Indoor Air Quality

 

Your Indoor Air Quality is more important than you might realize. Items you might thoughtlessly use - like hairspray, disinfecting wipes or even air freshener – can contaminate the air quality in your home. The effects of such pollutants may be short-term, but studies show dangerous contaminants can be felt years down the road. Please do your part to make sure your home is protected.

If you would like to talk with an expert on Indoor Air Quality, call your Dealer to find out about the different types of filters available, air cleaners, zoning systems, UV lights, humidifiers/dehumidifiers and ongoing maintenance programs for your home.

Common Household Sources of Pollutants:

  • Household cleaning products
  • Personal care products
  • Air fresheners
  • Tobacco products
  • Oil, gas, kerosene, coal or wood heating devices
  • Humidification devices
  • Paint, paint strippers

Effects of Pollutants:

Short Term

  • Irritation of the eyes, nose, throat
  • Headache, dizziness, fatigue
  • Asthma or other breathing conditions

Long Term

There is uncertainty around the concentrations or periods of time necessary to cause specific health risks, but Indoor Air Quality has been linked to:

  • Respiratory Diseases
  • Heart Disease
  • Cancer

Improving your Indoor Air Quality:

  • Source Control – Eliminate the sources of pollution by enclosing them or sealing them off.
  • Ventilation Improvements – Open windows and doors, or turn on an exhaust fan to bring outdoor air into the home.
  • Air Cleaners – While ranging in effectiveness, Air Cleaners can help eliminate certain particles and contaminants by filtering the air throughout a room or an entire house.

Source: www.epa.gov