Why Home Ventilation Is Important
We spend most of our lives indoors—up to 90 percent in fact, according to an EPA study. And because these buildings are better sealed than they used to be, it also means chemicals can accumulate. The EPA says this can make your home’s air quality two to five times worse than outdoor air. Struggling with poor indoor air quality can make you feel lousy or worsen ongoing problems like allergies or asthma.
There are a couple of pollution sources that impact the air your family breathes.
- Volatile organic compounds (VOCs). These chemicals are found in everyday household products, like furniture, flooring, paint and cleaning products. Excessive concentration can cause respiratory irritation and headaches.
- Dust, mold and pet dander. These are the some of the biggest, most prevalent indoor pollution sources. They can aggravate allergies and asthma, especially pets with long, dense fur.
- Carbon monoxide. This colorless, odorless, tasteless gas is created in part by the process of combustion in a natural gas appliance. CO poisoning can cause flu-like symptoms and can kill you.
Why Should I Care About Whole-Home Ventilation?
Having a proper whole-home ventilation system installed in your home can further improve your indoor air quality. Find out how you can limit harmful indoor pollutants by calling Fras-Air/General Service Experts for professional ventilation system installation.
How Whole-Home Ventilation Works
Whole-home ventilation systems can get rid of pollution from the air throughout your home.
Balanced ventilation uses exhaust fans to bring fresh air into the house—and expel musty air.
Plus, some systems from Fras-Air/General Service Experts make the most of energy efficiency. This provides fresh airflow without excessive energy use.
Heat Recovery Ventilation
- Transfers heat to condition incoming air
- Ideal for cold locations
Energy Recovery Ventilation
- Transfers moisture and heat to condition incoming air
- Keeps more humidity in the winter and reduces the total introduced in the summer
- Recommended for warm locations