Bad Air Quality Results In Health Issues
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), poor indoor air quality contributes greatly to health problems and lost productivity in the workplace. Also, according to The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, poor ventilation is a contributing factor in many cases of sick building syndrome.
What Causes Bad Air Quality?
A building’s HVAC system, without regular maintenance, can become compromised with contaminants such as microbial/bacterial contamination, accumulated dust and debris and damaged fibrous insulation. Each of these contaminants can be transported to the breathing zone and can cause discomfort and/ or allergic reactions to building occupants.
What Can Be Done To Fix Bad Air Quality From Ductwork?
Dirty air ducts and poor air quality can mean serious problems. That is true whether it is a residential, commercial, and industrial property. Those dirty air ducts can be costly–not just in terms of money, but also in terms of the toll taken on the health of those routinely in the building. Save money with professional duct cleaning services by PROAC Corporation.
1. MAINTAIN DUCT CLEANING
An air duct can harbor mold, dust, and debris. These things can accumulate over time, and they can have significant impacts on an HVAC system. They can constrict airflow, damage the air handler unit (AHU), and overall just increase wear and tear on equipment. This in turn, leads to increased maintenance needs, which can become costly.
2. REMEDIATE MOLD & DUST
Mold, dust, and other things can build up within air ducts and have significant negative effects on the health of those who spend time in the building. Dirty air ducts can have trapped within them things that could trigger allergies, asthmatic attacks, COPD, or other health issues. Make sure you clean and remove mold from your building.
The solution, of course, is to have properly maintained air conditioning. That starts with a proper, professional duct cleaning. With properly cleaned ducts, there will be energy savings that translates into saving money. There will also be decreased worries about possible health issues arising from the air conditioning system.
3 MAINTAIN YOUR HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING UNITS
A properly maintained air conditioning unit provides cool comfort on hot days. It does more, however, than just make life more comfortable. It has been found that air conditioning units can have a positive impact on health. They help to keep humidity at the proper levels, which helps to discourage the growth of harmful bacteria and other microorganisms.
Contact PROAC for Professional HVAC Cleaning & Air Quality Testing
Our staff is well trained, experienced and ready to assist you with your HVAC maintenance/indoor air quality testing & cleaning. Please contact us directly at (717) 933-9475 or fill out our online Contact Us form by clicking here.
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