HVAC and New Construction, Home Additions and Multi-Family Dwellings

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HVAC and New Construction, Home Additions and Multi-Family Dwellings

HVAC is a fairly complicated concept, and homeowners who want to save money and live a more efficient lifestyle need to pay attention to their HVAC systems. However, if you are building a new home, adding an addition to your home or trying to heat and cool a multi-family dwelling, you have to pay even more attention to your HVAC system. This blog has tips and posts on HVAC in all of those scenarios as well as ideas on HVAC in other situations. Hi, my name is Mary, and as the person who balances the budget in our home, I have learned a lot about HVAC systems over the years. I know how to pick efficient designs, how to keep the bills low and how to make the most of your HVAC system. Please explore these posts for ideas and help.

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Are These Sources of Indoor Air Pollution Making You Sick?

Poor indoor air quality can cause many unpleasant symptoms, including irritation of the skin, throat and eyes, as well as triggering asthma attacks in some people. If spending time inside your home leaves you feeling unwell, you need to take action to banish sources of indoor air pollution. Here are some of the top offenders:

1. Cigarette Smoke

If you smoke inside your home or let other people smoke there, your indoor air quality will suffer. Cigarette smoke contains nearly 5,000 toxins, including chemicals that can trigger asthma in children. Protect your children by asking all smokers to go outside if they want to smoke.

2. Pets

Furry pets, such as cats and dogs, shed hair that can irritate the eyes and airways of people who struggle with allergies. Reduce the build-up of hair in your home by grooming your pets outside to prevent shedding in the house. Also, vacuum frequently to get rid of hair from carpets, floors and furniture.

3. Mold

Mold grows rapidly in damp environments, such as bathrooms. If you see any signs of mold on your bathroom walls or ceilings, use a diluted bleach solution to scrub it away. Prevent mold from coming back by improving ventilation in your home; you can do this by installing an extraction fan to remove excess moisture from the air or opening windows to let out steam. Mold spores can release into the air and cause lung problems, so it is vital to do everything you can to banish mold from your home.

4. Carpets

Carpets harbor many sources of indoor air pollution, including dust and pet hair. Replacing carpets with hardwood flooring can reduce the concentration of pollutants in your home, allowing you to breathe more easily.

5. Gas Cookers

If you cook with a natural gas stove, you need to have the burners serviced regularly to ensure the gas is able to burn cleanly. If the burners are not properly adjusted, you might notice the gas burning with a yellow flame, which means that the gas is not mixing with enough air. This can produce chemicals that irritate airways and cause health problems.

6. Air Conditioning

Your air conditioning system is designed to clean the air that it circulates through your home, but if the filters are full of dust, hair and other pollutants, turning on the AC could actually make you feel worse. As air blows through a dirty filter, pollutants can be spread throughout your home. Schedule an air conditioning service, such as Air-Max Air Conditioning Pty Ltd, to get your filters cleaned and replaced and ensure your system is working well.


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