Indoor Air Quality Dayton

New Year, New Indoor Air Quality

Posted on by EnvDoc Writer

New Year’s Resolution 2019! What’s on your list? Indoor Air Quality?

Here at Environmental Doctor, we have plenty on our new years checklist for 2019. And it has nothing to do with personal fitness. We like to think of it as personal endeavor to keep our indoor air quality at its best.

Our personal New Year’s checklist for home air quality includes the inspection of air filters, air ducts, smoke detectors, fans, pollutants, humidity levels and mold. Just to name a few.

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Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) specifically refers to air quality within and around a structure (whether in a home or commercial space) and how it relates to common pollutants and your overall health. According to the EPA, we spend 90% of our time indoors and studies have shown that indoor air pollution is 2 to 5 times higher than outdoor air pollution. There are many sources for indoor air pollution and some of the most common ones include: airborne particles, indoor formaldehyde, household odors and gases, ozone, and carbon dioxide.

Other types of indoor pollutants include tobacco products, household cleaning products, central heating and cooling systems and humidification devices, building material and furnishings. Although this information is a lot to take in, we don’t want it to scare you. For this new year’s resolution, we want to educate our readers on the types of indoor air pollutants.

Plus here are some tips to help alleviate your indoor air quality immediately: open windows periodically as HVAC systems only recirculate air, use exhaust fans, use doormats and vacuum and sweep regularly no matter which season it is. Although some of our readers battle with dry heat during the winter months, others may have excess moisture in their home. Opt on buying a dehumidifier to remove moisture and which helps prevent mold growth in certain areas or specific rooms in your home.

Happy New Years!

Licensed Doesn’t Always Indicate Certified

Posted on by Dan Dreifort

The following video discusses the important difference between certified and licensed professionals when it comes to mold testing. While a license is required for a professional to perform work, a voluntary certification can test beyond the basics of initial licensing. Adam Andrews from the American Indoor Air Quality Council provides helpful tips for consumers to consider when researching a professional to handle Indoor Air Quality issues.

 

 

For an IAQ Certified professional in the Dayton area, contact Environmental Doctor today. From air duct cleaning to mold remediation, we provide comprehensive solutions to indoor air quality concerns.

 

 

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3 Easy Tips to a Healthier Home

Posted on by Dan Dreifort

Indoor air quality is an extremely important aspect of owning a home. Unfortunately, it is one of the items that is often put on the back burner, especially for a homeowner with a limited budget. Below are 3 ways to make your home healthier without emptying your wallet.

1.      Leave Shoes at the Door

Pesticides make their way into your home in multiple ways. By doing something as simple as leaving your shoes at the door when you enter our home, you can decrease the amount of pesticides entering by as much as 90%.

2.      Open the Windows

In this case, a drafty house is actually beneficial. Houses often accumulate contaminants since there is no way to cycle them out. Especially with newer homes that aren’t drafty, be sure to air out your home about once a week by opening the windows and doors. Of course, don’t forget to turn off all heating or air conditioning before doing so.

3.      Indoor Plants

Not only are they aesthetically pleasing, many indoor plants can also help reduce contaminants in the air. Another side benefit – plants help reduce static during the winter months when humidity levels in homes can drop due to the increase in warm air flow.

These small steps can get you on the path towards healthier, cleaner indoor air quality. For more information on indoor air quality and the best ways to ensure your home is safe, contact Environmental Doctor today.