Originally published in July 2017, updated March 2020.
Your indoor air quality (IAQ) is a major player in your personal health. Though you can’t usually see indoor pollutants, you’ll certainly feel them over time. Watch out for common symptoms of unhealthy air in your home and learn what to do to get things back under control. With the proper precautions, you can breathe easily in your St. Petersburg, Florida, home.
Better IAQ Ends Troublesome Symptoms
Poor indoor air quality is linked to a slew of uncomfortable symptoms including:
- Nausea
- Congestion
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Coughing
- Sneezing
- Irritated eyes, nose, and throat
Cleaning your air will remove many of the irritants that are at the source of your symptoms. If you’ve been suffering from an ongoing cough or cold, addressing your home’s air quality could put an end to these issues. Try changing your HVAC system’s air filter for a quick fix. You should do this at least once every three months.
Clean Air Eases Asthma
If you suffer from asthma or allergies, poor IAQ will make these problems worse. Managing your home’s air quality proactively will ease your asthma and allergies, giving you better health every day. Those with recurring or persistent respiratory issues should pay extra attention to what they’re breathing. If your symptoms aren’t responding to common medications, try treating your home instead of yourself.
Air Cleaners and Ventilators Improve Air Quality
An indoor air cleaner will trap more airborne particles than your standard HVAC filter. The Trane CleanEffects Air Cleaner stops 99.98 percent of airborne particles. It can capture bacteria, viruses, pet dander, mildew, fungus, pollen, dust, and many other irritants. The FreshEffects Energy Recovery Ventilator is another powerful pick. This filters and preconditions air that’s coming in from outside so you can vent stale air without opening your windows to the pollutants outside.
Are you suffering from common symptoms associated with poor IAQ in your home? We can help you find smart solutions for easy breathing. Contact Pinellas Comfort Systems to learn more about how you can improve your indoor air quality now.
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