Williamsburg, VA, enjoys warm and cozy temperatures most days of the year. But seasonal changes and temperature shifts also bring about a ton of air pollutants, including carbon monoxide and fine particulate matter. Here are four reasons to improve your indoor air quality for your health and HVAC system:
You’ll Sleep Better
Regardless of where you are in Williamsburg, VA, high air pollution levels may be preventing you and your family from getting quality rest. You can sleep better and prevent the wide range of health problems associated with chronic sleep deprivation by boosting your indoor air quality. Consider installing an air purifier in your bedroom to help.
You’ll Live Healthier
Sleep isn’t the only thing that air quality affects; it also has a direct link to your overall physical and mental well-being. Poor air quality, especially if there’s asbestos and other harmful chemicals, can lead to more serious and permanent health conditions. Some symptoms that you can avoid by improving your air’s quality include difficulty breathing, fatigue, skin irritation, coughing, sneezing and allergies.
Increases HVAC Efficiency
Cleaner air circulating your home means your furnace or air conditioner has an easier time filtering the air passing through it. This leads to shorter cycles needed to hit target temperatures that you set. As a result, you save energy and money.
You’ll Spend Less
Better health means generally lower healthcare expenses. In addition, your HVAC system runs more efficiently, which also cuts down the cost of electricity used over time. Furthermore, HVAC system efficiency through good IAQ levels and regular professional tuneups minimizes wear and tear on components. Therefore, you end up spending less on repairs and replacements in the long run.
Improve indoor air quality by making some household modifications, which includes adding weatherstripping and investing in whole-home ventilation. For more ways to boost IAQ, contact us at Fair Mechanical today!
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