Home air pollution is a big problem for many Americans – and the scary thing is, we aren’t talking about outdoor air quality (that’s a whole other beast).  If you didn’t already know, the air in your home can be up to 40 times more polluted than outdoor air.  During the spring and autumn, many of us open up our homes to let fresh air come in, but this isn’t always the case in the winter!  In fact, while we may love being all bundled up inside our homes during the winter, many of us are unintentionally exposing ourselves to several indoor pollutants.  Perhaps this is why so many people, adults and children included, have a hard time getting over flu season.  We are constantly exposing ourselves to indoor air pollution.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sets permissible levels for air pollutants – six to be exact.  They are ozone, lead, particulate matter, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and nitrogen dioxide.  Pretty scary that these are common pollutants many people are breathing in and have no idea.

 

Symptoms of Air Pollution in Your Home

1. Dryness or irritation of the skin, throat, eyes and nose.

2. Dizziness or vertigo.

3. Shortness of breath.

Keep in mind, if you suffer from any or all of these symptoms, it doesn’t necessarily mean that poor indoor air quality is the cause.  Please see your physician in order to properly diagnose your condition.  And look out for symptoms of COVID-19!

 

Common Winter Indoor Air Pollution

The common indoor air pollutants many people from Springfield, Jefferson City, Bentonville, Joplin and Branson experience include excessive moisture, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), combustion products, pesticides, radon, dust, and even airborne viruses and bacteria.  Here is a look into the lesser-known indoor air pollutants and how they come about:

RADON

Radon is a radioactive gas which typically enters the house from the ground.  It is the 2^nd leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S.

VOCS

VOCs including a range of evaporated substances such as formaldehyde which are emitted by furnishings and building materials, gasoline, pesticides, and cooking processes.

COMBUSTION PRODUCTS

Gas-fired appliances, when not vented properly to the outside, can enter the house.  Since it is colorless, odorless & fatal, investing in a CO detector may be in your highest interest.

EXCESS MOISTURE

Excess moisture can cause loads of problems in the home.  Things like dust mites, mold, and mildew can form, and excess moisture can facilitate “off-gassing” of toxins from the furniture or cleaning products.

 

How to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality in Winter

1. Open your windows regularly (especially when you are leaving the house for work and school). We know it’s cold, but your respiratory systems will thank you!
2. Have an HVAC technician check your stoves and heating systems.
3. Clean out your ducts and vents. Dust, dander and other things can build up over time and be lodged in your vents!
4. Use a humidifier to combat dry winter air.
5. Invest in an air purification system! This is where Aquasani can help you in staying healthy during those cold winter months!

Aside from improving your indoor air quality, many people in and around the Ozarks have been using air purifiers to help circulate air in their in-home humidors.  While smoking indoors has become a thing of the past, many people have moved out into their garages, or turned their man-caves or she-sheds into humidors to escape the cold weather.

 

In summary, investing in an air purifier may be in your best interest.  Having peace of mind and your health (including the health of your family) is worth too much.  Give us a call today and one of our service techs can provide you with a complimentary consultation on the benefits of utilizing an air purifier. Give us a call today! (417) 881-4000

 

In fact, if you live in the Ozarks and would like to see what other kinds of water purification system works best for your home and your needs, get yourself a complementary hassle-free quote and give us a call! (417) 881-4000. We will have one of our techs come out and provide you with a free quote!

 

About Aquasani Water Purification Systems & Air Pollution Maintenance

Aquasani is an authorized dealer for Rainsoft, WaterLogic, & JavaSmart.  Based in Springfield, Mo., and at Lake of the Ozarks / Osage Beach in Missouri, Aquasani services areas in the Ozarks including Osage Beach, Joplin, Camdenton, Aurora and even Jefferson City.  In essence, we service Mid-Missouri, Southwest Missouri, and Northwest Arkansas, and have been servicing these areas since 2004. We provide home water softener systems, drinking water filtration systems, whole-house air purification systems, and problem-solving water filtration systems for homes and offices. We also service other water softeners like Culligan, Sterling, Hydroquad, Pro-Series, and Whirlpool to name a few!

Aside from our purification systems, we also sell all-natural cleaning products and household items which are environmentally friendly and low-cost.

We specialize in both air and water filtration and purification for commercial businesses and residential homes.  If that isn’t enough, we provide free trials for our water cooler services.  If you would like a free estimate, schedule an appointment with us by calling (417) 881-4000 or (573) 692-4009 if you are in the Lake of the Ozarks area.

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