Signs Of Poor Indoor Air Quality

February 16, 2021

The indoor air quality in your home is crucial because it helps maintain a healthy environment for you and the other people in your home. Poor indoor air quality may also affect the pets in your home. If you only feel ill or notice that your allergies are worse when inside your home, you could have poor indoor air quality. Coughing and Respiratory Issues If you have a cough caused by your indoor air quality, it is usually because of a higher concentration of airborne particles in your home. Coughing is how your body tries to get rid of inhaled particles because they are irritating you physically. You may even notice that you have respiratory infections caused by excess contaminants in the air. Having good air quality is very important if you have young children, pets, or people with asthma in your home. They may be more vulnerable to air quality problems and become sick more often. Dizziness or Fatigue While in Your Home If you feel dizzy or overly tired while in your home, you may have chemicals or other types of gas air contaminants in the air. These symptoms could be from carbon monoxide, fumes, or other pollutants....

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How to Reduce Exposure to Indoor Air Pollutants

August 10, 2020

Having dirty air circulating in your home can have a variety of negative effects. Particles and volatile organic compounds can be inhaled and can cause an array of respiratory issues. In the long term, they can also cause heart and lung disease. Minimizing your exposure to indoor air pollution is important for your health and safety, and here are three ways to do it. 1.Proper House Cleaning Keeping your house as clean as possible can minimize the particles and vapors that will circulate in your residence. Regular dusting, vacuuming, and sweeping can keep dirt from becoming airborne. Using microfiber cloths when cleaning can collect dirt instead of sending it into the air. To prevent pollen from entering your home during the spring and summer, keep windows closed whenever possible. 2. Keep Pets Clean Pets can be a major source of indoor particles and pollution. Getting regular grooming for your animal can minimize the dander and the hair that they will shed in your house. Keeping your cat’s litter box clean will also reduce airborne pollutants. 3. Install Air Filtration Systems Having an air filtration system installed in your property can effectively remove harmful pollutants from the air. At TechnoAir Heating,...

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Things To Know About Carbon Monoxide in Your Home

May 12, 2020

Carbon monoxide is an odorless, tasteless and colorless gas produced by burning fossil fuels. This includes natural gas, wood charcoal and gasoline. If it builds up in your home, it can cause serious health issues and even death in high enough concentration. Here’s what you need to know about carbon monoxide. Symptoms Low levels of carbon monoxide in your home can lead to headaches, weakness, nausea, dizziness and shortness of breath. Higher levels can cause confusion, blurred vision and loss of consciousness. As it replaces oxygen in your blood, you can die from breathing too much carbon monoxide. Sources The main sources of carbon monoxide in a home are a gas furnace, water heater, fireplaces, gas appliances and a car idling in the garage. All of these should be well-maintained and properly vented. You should never use a charcoal grill or kerosene heater indoors due to carbon monoxide concerns. Techno Air Heating, Cooling and Refrigeration is located in Grove City, OH. We provide maintenance services for gas furnaces, during which we make sure they are operating safely. Signs of Carbon Monoxide There may be signs that excessive CO is building up in your home. Stale or stuffy air is one...

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