Maintaining good air quality in your Garland, TX, home is vital to your health. There are some common indoor air quality pollutants that you should be aware of, so you can eliminate or at least reduce their negative impact.
1. Paint
You may paint a room to brighten it or to update the look of your home. Before you buy paint, find out if it has volatile organic compounds (VOCs). VOCs are air pollutants released by paint that can cause headaches and nausea.
2. Household Cleaners
You use household cleaners to remove dirt, bacteria, and other germs from surfaces. Unfortunately, many store-bought household cleaners have chemicals in them that are on surfaces and reduce indoor air quality. Try using natural cleaners in your Garland home instead, such as vinegar and baking soda.
3. Pressed Wood Furniture
Manufacturers of inexpensive furniture use pressed wood like plywood and fiberboard. Pressed wood often contains dangerous chemicals such as formaldehyde that reduce indoor air quality. While more expensive, it’s better to buy furniture made with natural wood.
4. Bathrooms
Since bathrooms have multiple sources of running water, they can be an ideal breeding ground for biological growth. You need to properly ventilate your bathrooms by running the exhaust fan while showering and afterward for at least 10 minutes. That will help prevent any biological growth from taking hold.
5. Carpeting
Carpeting can be a major source of indoor air pollution in Garland. Some kinds of carpeting release a chemical called 4-phenyl cyclohexane that can be toxic in high amounts. Buy high-quality carpets instead of cheap ones to avoid this chemical.
Quality 1 Energy Systems Heating & Air Conditioning has products and services to improve the indoor air quality in your home, so contact us today for help. We’ll be glad to schedule an appointment.
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