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The combination of densely populated neighborhoods, seasonal shifts, and high levels of outdoor pollutants can significantly affect the air inside your home. Maintaining good indoor air quality is essential for your home’s comfort and health, but it can be easily compromised if issues go unresolved.
Several factors within your home can lead to poor indoor air quality, ranging from everyday activities to the building’s structural integrity. Always On Green Home offers high-performance home services rooted in building science, allowing us to deliver dependable solutions for maintaining a healthy indoor environment.
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What Contributes to Poor Indoor Air Quality?
Indoor air quality (IAQ) can be affected by various sources, both inside and outside your home.
- Indoor Pollutants: Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from common household products like cleaning supplies, paints, and building materials can be harmful at high levels.
- Moisture & Humidity: Excess moisture from air leaks, high humidity, or poor ventilation can promote the growth of mold and mildew, leading to IAQ issues. High moisture levels can also cause wood rot and structural damage.
- Inadequate Ventilation: Poor ventilation prevents fresh air from entering and indoor pollutants from escaping, especially in moisture-prone areas like kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and attics.
- Outdoor Contaminants: Pollen, dust, and other outdoor pollutants can enter through doors, windows, or air leaks, worsening allergy and asthma symptoms.
- Combustion Appliances: Appliances like furnaces, gas stoves, and fireplaces can release harmful pollutants like carbon monoxide and nitrogen dioxide if not properly vented, posing serious health risks.
How to Improve Indoor Air Quality in Your Home
Always On Green Home offers several services to enhance your home’s indoor air quality, creating a healthier living space.
- Heat Pump Installation:Heat pumps offer an all-electric alternative for heating and cooling, eliminating the risks associated with combustion-based systems. Our ducted and ductless mini-split heat pumps not only improve energy efficiency but also enhance air quality by reducing dust buildup in ductwork.
- Insulation & Air Sealing: Proper insulation and air sealing form a barrier between your home and outdoor elements, preventing moisture buildup and blocking the entry of pollutants and pests. We use top-quality materials like spray foam, cellulose, and foam board, ensuring long-lasting performance.
- Ductwork Services: Dust, mold, and other contaminants can accumulate in ductwork that isn’t properly maintained. Repairing or replacing old, leaky ducts not only improves air quality but also boosts your home’s energy efficiency and HVAC performance. We offer comprehensive ductwork services, including sealing, repair, and replacement.
Identify IAQ Issues with an Energy Audit
Always On Green Home begins every home improvement project with a thorough energy audit. This step helps us identify IAQ problems and develop a personalized plan for your home. An energy audit also unlocks access to various rebates and incentives available to homeowners. Many qualify for a free energy audit and home upgrades at no cost.
If you’re experiencing IAQ problems like persistent odors or heightened allergy symptoms, reach out to Always On Green Home. We’ll provide you with a tailored solution that improves your air quality and keeps you breathing easier for years to come.