Summer Indoor Air Quality Tips for a Healthy Home

During the hot, humid summers of the Montgomery, Texas, area, most folks shut their windows and doors and turn on air conditioning for comfort. Although keeping warm, moist air out of the living space keeps you cool, it also can affect indoor air quality. You may notice odors or stale air or experience headaches, sneezing, or respiratory problems.

The NATE-certified technicians at TCS A/C and Heat can help. The “V” in HVAC stands for ventilation. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, improving ventilation lowers the concentrations of pollutants and freshens the air. The EPA recommends using air cleaners, ventilation devices, and source control to improve indoor air quality.

Source Control

Airborne pollutants can build up and affect the health of your home. The health effects of some indoor pollutants are short-lived, but others have long-term effects. Controlling the kinds and amounts of pollutants is the best way to keep indoor air fresh.

Here are a few household activities and products that contribute to poor IAQ:

• Cooking gas
• High humidity
• Tobacco smoke
• Household cleaners
• Dust and pollen
• Pesticides
• Building materials and furnishings
• Gases such as carbon monoxide and radon
• Craft supplies, paint and cosmetics

How to Improve Ventilation

Poorly ventilated spaces often have an odor or feel stuffy. Use ventilation fans in bathrooms, kitchens, and laundry rooms to remove humid air and concentrations of pollutants. Increase ventilation while doing short-term activities, such as painting, cooking, or cleaning. Open doors and windows to bring in fresh air when the weather permits.

Indoor Air Quality Products Help Improve IAQ

Mechanical ventilation and purification devices include stand-alone air cleaners and those that work with your heating and air conditioning system. After understanding your indoor air quality needs, TCS A/C and Heat will recommend products and offer practical tips to help purify the air in your living space.

Our products include:

• Whole-house ventilation systems that expel stale indoor air and bring in fresh outdoor air
• Humidifiers and dehumidifiers that keep indoor moisture at recommended levels
• Ultraviolet lights installed in the air conditioning ducts that control biological pollutants
• High-quality filters that capture small airborne particulates

To find out more about how to improve the IAQ in your home or commercial establishment, call TCS A/C and Heat today.

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