Kick Pollutants to the Curb With Davis’s Indoor Air Quality Testing
You try to make your home feel as warm and as welcoming as possible. But there are some guests that don’t have your best interests at heart. For us, the two that come to mind are pollutants and allergens.
These are things you can’t see or feel in your air. Yet, they contribute to indoor air pollution and can significantly impact your health and how you feel about your home. With the right indoor air quality (IAQ) solutions from Davis, you can remove those intruders for good.
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The Facts About Poor Indoor Air Quality
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, Americans spend 90 percent of their time indoors, where the concentration of pollutants is often two to five times higher than outdoors. While the structures of residences and businesses are great for temperature control, they aren’t so great for indoor air quality. The more we seal ourselves off from the outdoors, the more we expose ourselves to these contaminants that cause poor air quality.
When the air in your home is polluted, it can lead to a number of symptoms, including:
- Dizziness
- Headaches
- Nasal congestion
- Fatigue
- Itchy throat
- Watery eyes
- Sneezing
- Coughing
- Allergy and asthma flare-ups
In addition to reducing symptoms, proper IAQ will help improve the performance and longevity of your HVAC equipment, including your heating and air conditioning systems. By removing debris in your air, you’ll prevent your equipment from overworking itself and costing you more in energy bills.
Davis Is Your Leading Indoor Air Quality Specialist
Just because your home is a breeding ground for pollutants, this doesn’t mean you can’t eliminate them, improve air quality, and have fresh air. With the proper strategy, you can catch contaminants in their tracks and remove them. And it all starts with an air quality test from our IAQ specialists.
Using advanced technology, we’ll identify a number of indoor air contaminants that could be affecting your air, including:
- Allergens (pet dander, dust, pollen, etc.)
- Mold
- Secondhand smoke fumes
- Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
- Radon
- Carbon monoxide
- Asbestos
- Pesticides
- And more!
Improving Indoor Air Quality: A Look at Common Solutions
Once we determine what indoor air pollutants are impacting your air, we can recommend the proper treatment. We carry and install a number of air-quality products!
Air Purifiers and Air Filtration Systems
These work by trapping airborne particles like dust, allergens, pet dander, and smoke using air filters. HEPA filters are particularly effective at capturing very small particles. By removing these irritants from circulation, air purifiers and filtration systems can significantly improve indoor air quality.
UV Lights
Installed within your HVAC system’s ductwork, UV lights emit ultraviolet radiation that neutralizes bacteria, viruses, and mold spores as they circulate through the air stream. This helps to reduce the spread of germs and allergens within your home.
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Whole-Home Ventilation Systems
These systems address a different aspect of air quality — ventilation. They work by continuously bringing in fresh outdoor air and removing stale indoor air that can trap pollutants. This exchange of air helps dilute and remove indoor air contaminants, improving overall air quality.
Humidifiers
Dry air can irritate respiratory passages and worsen allergies. Humidifiers add moisture to the air, creating a more comfortable and healthier environment, especially during dry winter months. However, it’s important to maintain proper humidity levels to avoid mold growth.
Dehumidifiers
In contrast, humid climates can lead to mold growth and exacerbate dust mite problems. Dehumidifiers remove excess moisture from the air, improving air quality in humid environments and creating a less hospitable environment for mold and dust mites.
It’s important to tailor the product to the problem. That’s why we take the time to discuss what you’re experiencing, perform an air quality test, and then determine the proper strategy.
Indoor Air Quality Maintenance Services
Once your equipment has been installed, it’s important to maintain it each year. As part of our Home Guard Maintenance Agreement, we will inspect your air quality equipment — along with your heater, air conditioner, and generator — at one affordable price. It’s the best way to ensure your equipment is doing its job and making your air safe to breathe through every season.
Protect Your Home With Indoor Air Quality Testing and Solutions From Davis
As we continue to make our homes more energy-efficient, indoor air quality becomes increasingly important. Whether you’re experiencing symptoms at home or want to know where your air quality stands, we’re here to give you peace of mind and protect your health with air quality improvements using our custom IAQ service solutions.
Our company also provides a full line of HVAC services, including heat pump replacement and heating system maintenance. We even offer new AC installations if your comfort is compromised during the summer months. To schedule service for residential or commercial locations, call or contact us online today!
