Indoor Air Quality Guide
Learn how your HVAC system and simple habits impact the air you breathe. Click terms and items for info.
What is Indoor Air Quality?
Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) is crucial for a healthy home. Since we spend most time indoors, the air we breathe significantly impacts our well-being. Factors influencing IAQ include airborne pollutants, humidity levels, and ventilation.
Common Indoor Pollutants (Click Each)
Identifying potential sources in your home is the first step to improving IAQ.
How HVAC Systems Improve Air Quality
Filtration
HVAC filters (MERV rated) trap airborne particles. Higher MERV = smaller particles captured.
Click to learn more in the guideVentilation
Exchanging stale indoor air with fresh outdoor air (naturally or via systems like ERVs/HRVs). Dilutes pollutants.
Click to learn more in the guideHumidity Control
Maintaining 30-50% humidity inhibits mold/mites and improves comfort. (Whole-home humidifiers/dehumidifiers).
Click to learn more in the guideAir Purification
Using technologies like UV-C light or other methods to neutralize or remove remaining contaminants.
Click to learn more in the guideImprove Your Indoor Air Quality Checklist
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