What Can Cause Poor Indoor Air Quality?

After spending so much time in your home due to the global pandemic, you have probably realized how important your air quality in your home is to your health.

A number of pollutants can cause poor air quality in your home. Just as power plants, cars, and smoke can contribute to outdoor air quality, indoor pollutants can possibly make your home’s quality worse than outside.

Mold

Black mould and fungus on wall near window. The problem of ventilation, dampness, cold in the apartment.

If the moisture in your home is excessive, you may see mold start to grow in your home. The more it grows and spreads, the bigger effect it has on your indoor air quality. The microscopic spores can travel into the air and pollute the air you breathe.

It is important to get rid of mold as soon as possible to prevent it from growing into a larger issue that can seriously affect your health.

Consider investing in a dehumidifier if your home’s humidity is causing mold growth.

Cleaning Supplies

Woman holding cleaning products with glove.

While cleaning supplies are important to maintain your household, many products can cause poor air quality. The chemicals used in the supplies can contribute to headaches and respiratory issues.

Consider going green and cleaning with all-natural products to help improve your air quality.

Pets

Cat and dog sleeping together. Kitten and puppy taking nap. Home pets. Animal care. Love and friendship. Domestic animals.

Our furry friends may be sweet, but their hair and other pet dander can cause indoor allergies.

Pet dander can get stuck in your air ducts and circulate throughout the home, even in the rooms where you may not allow your pet to go.

It is important to vacuum and keep spaces clean to decrease the amount of pet dander that can affect your indoor air quality.

Dust

Dust is collected from the duct filter. Harmful dust in the room

Dust is another factor that can contribute to indoor allergies. You can manage dust mites and allergies by wearing a mask while cleaning, minimizing humidity, and removing carpets, curtains, and drapes.

Cigarette Smoke

Smoking cigarette

Cigarette smoke is another pollutant that decreases your indoor air quality. This cause is one of the easiest to prevent, by not smoking inside your home. Limiting or deciding to smoke outside-only will go a long way in improving your air quality.

Call A Professional

If you are concerned about your indoor air quality or are looking for a solution to improve it, contact a professional. They can help find a system that will best fit the needs of your household.

If you need indoor air quality services, the team is ready to help! Call us at (727) 513-5882 for all your IAQ needs!