There are often warning signs when your Windermere, FL, home has poor indoor air quality (IAQ). The air you breathe affects your health and comfort. Here are five signs that might indicate you have poor IAQ:
Respiratory Conditions Suddenly Worsen
Poor IAQ can worsen existing respiratory conditions. For example, a person with asthma might start to experience more frequent attacks. This can occur because smoke, dust and other allergens are constantly in the air.
Allergy Symptoms With No Explanation
If you’re experiencing frequent allergy symptoms, such as sneezing, coughing, itchy eyes or a runny nose, poor IAQ is possibly the reason. Allergens like dust, pollen and pet dander can circulate through a home with poor IAQ.
Your HVAC system air filter should catch many of the allergens present in the home. But if this fails, irritants the filter doesn’t catch might get into your air. It helps to schedule HVAC maintenance twice per year and change your filters every two to three months.
Volatile Organic Compounds
Poor IAQ can cause symptoms like frequent headaches, dizziness and fatigue. This might occur if pollutants, such as volatile organic compounds (VOCs), are in the air. VOCs can come from paints, cleaning supplies or odors from building materials.
Dust Covering Everything
Dust getting on surfaces despite regular cleaning may indicate poor ventilation, which increases the chance of poor IAQ. Inadequate airflow lets dust and other particles settle throughout your home, making it harder to keep clean.
Lingering Odors Signal Poor IAQ
Musty or stale odors that linger in your home can also be a clear signal. These odors may linger and continue to pollute your air until ventilation improves.
If you notice any of the signs above, there are ways to improve the air in your house. Contact ACR Air Conditioning & Refrigeration to learn about improving your indoor air quality.
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