It’s not uncommon for homeowners in Westchester County and lower Putnam County, NY, and Fairfield County, CT to suffer from allergy symptoms at home. But is it really allergies or could indoor air pollution be the true cause?
Here are 5 common causes of poor indoor air quality and how to put a stop to them.
1. Mold
Despite how common it can be, mold is bad news for the health of your home. Mold is often caused by unwanted moisture, especially in attics and basements.
2. Cleaning
Many homeowners use cleaning agents that keep normal dust and dirt at bay but often leave behind potentially-harmful volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which can be bad for your family to breathe.
3. Pets
Pets bring lots of love and joy to a home and are often a true part of the family, but they can also spread dirt, germs, dander, and more around your house, especially if they spend time outside.
4. Combustion Appliances
Appliances like water heaters, furnaces, and gas stoves that run on fuel generate heat via combustion, creating carbon dioxide as a byproduct of normal operation. If not vented properly, this can be very harmful for your whole family to breathe.
5. Off-gassing
If you’re adding an addition or even buying new furniture, you have the potential to experience polluted indoor air as a result of off-gassing, where formaldehyde leaches into your home’s air for days, weeks, or even months after your purchase or project.
Identify Air Pollution and Improve Your Indoor Air Quality
When it comes to improving the quality of your New York or Connecticut home's indoor air, there’s no better team than Healthy Home Energy & Consulting. We can help you put a stop to mold problems, VOCs, and more by diagnosing your issues with a Whole Home Evaluation and offering you the best solutions to improve the health of your home’s air.