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Indoor
air quality is an increasing health concern. Pollutant levels (airborne
particles, gases, chemicals, and volatile organic compounds) are actually
higher inside the home than they are outside. Poor quality indoor air
affects people to different degrees, depending on an individual's age and
relative health. There are different
ways of protecting yourself and your
loved ones against indoor air pollutants. |
Indoor air mold
A most common indoor air pollutant is air mold. Mold exists wherever moisture
and oxygen are present. Inside your home, molds can often be found in damp
basements, closets, bathrooms, air conditioning systems, humidifiers, and any
humid place. Here are some steps on how to improve the quality of air in your
home.
Improving indoor air quality
The first step in improving indoor air quality is to attempt to control the
source of the pollutant. If it stems from indoor air mold, smoke, or some type
of chemical, you can actually remove it from your home through a thorough
cleansing. On the other hand, some indoor air pollutants such as dust or pollen
are not so easily eliminated.
The next step is to improve the ventilation in your home. Bringing fresh air
into the house by opening windows is not only helpful but also very simple.
However, opening a window on a high pollen-count day or in a smoggy city will
probably worsen the air situation in your home.
Finally, you can purchase an air purifier. There are numerous types of air
purifiers on the market--be sure to buy one that is well suited for the
dimension of your home.
Types of air purifiers
Air purifiers are designed to clean and purify the
air people breathe. They can
reduce odors and airborne pollutants that contribute to poor air quality, and
filter common allergens such as pollen, mold and dust. Cleaner air benefits
everyone, especially those who suffer
from allergies or asthma.
Air purifiers
can be conveniently portable or permanently installed.
Tips on choosing an
air purifier
Area Coverage
- Make sure the square footage recommended for the air purifier is close to or
slightly greater than the square footage of the room where you intend to use it.
Air Changes Per Hour (ACH)
- This number informs us how frequently the air purifier can exchange all the
air in a given room in an hour. If you suffer from allergies or asthma, you will
want a higher ACH rating.
Filter Replacements
- Filters have to be replaced on many types of air purifiers. Be sure to find
out the cost of the filters and how often they must be changed.
Noise Level
- Some air purifiers are very quiet, while others can be quite loud. Ask for a
trial demonstration of the unit before purchasing it.
Energy Usage
- Because air purifiers operate on energy and run continuously, the amount of
energy they consume will be reflected on your energy bill.
by : Gary
Martin
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