If you find that your spring allergies are unbearable, think about having your indoor air quality evaluated. Many people think that staying inside will limit their issues, but indoor conditions can actually be more polluted than those outside the house. This is due to effective sealing and insulating of modern homes. Knowing what pollutants are present in your home can provide you with a more precise approach for reducing indoor irritations.
What Is an Air Quality Evaluation?
During a professional evaluation of your indoor air, an HVAC technician collects air samples. These are analyzed in a lab to determine what particulates are present in your home. With this information, your technician can help you pinpoint the issues affecting your health and triggering allergy symptoms. He can provide specific resources, management techniques and equipment options to improve your indoor environment.
A Comprehensive Approach to Clean Indoor Air
There are several management steps to improving the air in your home. These can be followed by the installation of equipment to address more serious concerns. Some of these steps include:
HVAC maintenance to address system performance and cleanliness – coils and condensate pans can harbor mold and pollute your airstream
Duct inspection and cleaning – commercial equipment provides thorough removal of dust from duct walls
Installation of high-efficiency air filters – MERV ratings of nine to 12 provide advanced filtration in residential HVAC systems
With a clean HVAC system, you will have less particulates introduced into your airstream. However, you may still need the assistance of advanced air quality equipment to deal with serious concerns.
Air Purifiers to Help Your Allergies
An air purifier is more intensive in air filtration than an air filter alone. Multiple cycles each hour provide more thorough air cleaning, allowing more particulates to be removed from the indoor air stream. Additionally, germicidal units trap and kill germs and mold spores. These are excellent for households in which residents struggle with allergies or illnesses.
Dehumidification and Mold
Mold can amplify allergy problems, and moisture control is important in keeping mold growth at bay. Your air conditioner provides some relief, but this is most effective during the times of greatest use. When your air conditioner isn’t needed for cooling, it can be more difficult to keep moisture under control in your home. A dehumidifier can help if serious mold issues are identified in your home. If you are interested in keeping moisture controlled while maintaining a source of fresh air, you can also explore ventilators with dehumidification features.
Timing for Indoor Air Services
Spring is an ideal time for cleaning your ducts and servicing your cooling equipment. Heating equipment should be serviced in the fall. An indoor air evaluation can take place at any point during the year. Lee’s Air Conditioning serves the community of Youngsville, LA, throughout the year with a complete range of HVAC services, and we are happy to address your questions and concerns when you call.