When people think of air quality, they often think of outdoor air pollution. Outdoor quality of air is important, but the quality of air in your Brunswick, GA home could be just as bad, if not worse, than what it is outside. Here are just four problems that are due to poor indoor air quality.
1. Health Issues
Poor quality of indoor air can cause respiratory problems, allergy symptoms and even skin issues such as rashes or painfully dry skin. It can also affect your concentration and your mood, which can all but destroy productivity in an office. This is probably the biggest reason to monitor your indoor air quality.
2. Humidity Problems
High humidity can make you feel uncomfortable in your home, but it can also cause issues such as mold growth or damage to hardwood floors and furniture. Meanwhile, low humidity can cause problems such as painfully dry skin and irritated eyes. Look into humidifiers or dehumidifiers if you always feel uncomfortably sticky in your home.
3. Problems with Your HVAC System
When you have too many pollutants, such as dust or pet dander, in your home, it takes a toll on your heating and cooling system. Over time, the dust that builds up in your ducts and air filter will force your system to work harder, which will ultimately shorten its lifespan and lead to more repairs.
4. Higher Utility Bills
When your HVAC system has to work harder due to poor the quality of air being poor, your utility bills go up. Check your ducts, vents and air filter if you’ve been paying higher utility bills lately. Poor indoor air could be the culprit, especially if you’ve been having health issues.
If you’ve noticed these issues or think that your Brunswick, GA home’s quality of air is poor, contact The A/C Guys to schedule HVAC services. We can identify any causes of poor indoor air quality and provide professional solutions.
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