People spend roughly 90% of their time indoors, where the air is two to five times more polluted than it is outside. This is why it is critical to put in place the proper indoor air quality measures to ensure that your family is breathing clean air.
Leto Plumbing & Heating has the HVAC services you need to keep your Plainfield, IL home or business protected from outside bacteria and pollutants. Call us today for a free estimate on our trusted indoor air quality services and cleanings.
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Benefits of Improving Indoor Air Quality
Even if you love to spend your time outdoors, your house is your safe haven from the extreme weather. You need a cool, comfortable place to rest, which requires clean temperature-controlled air. The following are the most important benefits of having good indoor air quality:
- Lower utility bills
- Breathe easier
- Sleep better
- Remove allergens and pollutants
- Eliminate odors
Leto Plumbing & Heating understands what it takes to provide high-quality heating, cooling, and air filtration all year. Call today to schedule an appointment for HVAC maintenance or cleaning to improve the quality of your indoor air.
Common Indoor Air Pollutants and Their Health Effects
Indoor air pollution can have serious health consequences. People who are exposed to indoor air pollutants for the longest periods of time are frequently those who are most vulnerable to the effects of indoor air pollution.
This includes children, the elderly, and people suffering from long-term (chronic) illnesses. The following are some of the most common indoor air pollutants that can cause serious health problems:
Carbon Monoxide
Carbon monoxide can have a variety of effects depending on how much is breathed in. It can impair coordination, aggravate heart conditions, and cause extreme fatigue, headache, confusion, nausea, and dizziness. Extremely high levels can be fatal.
Nitrogen Dioxide
Low levels of exposure may aggravate symptoms in people with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Other respiratory infections may also be exacerbated by nitrogen dioxide.
Sulfur Dioxide
This gas is produced when kerosene is burned in a space heater. It irritates the eyes and upper respiratory tract.
Radon
Radon is a radioactive gas that seeps into your home from the soil and rocks beneath it. Radon can enter a home through foundation cracks, walls, drains, and other openings. Home radon exposure is the second leading cause of lung cancer.
The best way to protect your home from these toxic air pollutants is to ensure your HVAC system is regularly cleaned and maintained. At Leto Plumbing & Heating, we can help! Call us today to schedule a free estimate on our indoor air quality services!
How Can I Improve my Indoor Air Quality?
You can improve your indoor air quality right away with a little preventative maintenance and some basic knowledge by following these tips:
- Change your AC filter
- Clean filters in other appliances throughout your home
- Check your air ducts
- Keep rugs and carpets clean
Keeping your home’s air clean and breathable requires diligence and preventative maintenance. Consider scheduling an appointment with a Leto Plumbing & Heating professional now that you’ve learned a few simple steps you can take to reduce indoor air pollution. To help keep your air clean, we offer a variety of service plans that include AC filter replacement and other services. Contact us today to rest assured that the air in your home is clean and safe.
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