|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
The purpose of a home ventilation system is to maintain a healthy living environment by supplying fresh air to your home while at the same time removing stale and polluted air. Home ventilation also helps to maintain proper humidity levels of 30 to 50 percent.
The air in your home is used many times over, often with fresh air entering only when we open doors or windows. As we strive to build homes more and more energy efficient, we create an environment prone to indoor air quality problems, thereby, reducing the homes ability to breathe and natural air changes do not occur.
The reason for the buildup of indoor pollution in today's homes is a direct result of our efforts to conserve energy. With insufficient home ventilation, pollutants can build up and become very concentrated. These pollutants come from many sources and some, such as mold, are more problematic when combined with high humidity levels, which is another problem associated with inadequate home ventilation.
When humidity is too high, mold, mildew and rot can become serious problems. A mold outbreak can cause thousands of dollars worth of damage to your home and in some cases can make a home uninhabitable.
Another problem with high humidity is dust mites. Every home has dust mites and they thrive in humid conditions. This is a concern for people who suffer from dust mite allergies.
Low humidity, on the other hand, can cause nose and throat irritation, dry skin, wood can shrink and crack and hardwood flooring can shrink and become noisy when walked on. Static electricity is a symptom of low humidity.
Home ventilation is one of the most important things you can manage, in order to maintain a healthy environment for you and your loved ones.
Heat Recovery Ventilators, Air Exchangers, Kitchen and Bathroom Exhaust Fans, Attic Ventilation Fans, Dryer Vents and attic and crawl space vents are all important components of proper home ventilation.
Pet Dander, Pollen, Lead, Dust Mites, Mold Spores, Tobacco Smoke, Household Chemicals, Pesticides, Cleaning Supplies, Paints and Solvents are only some of the common pollutants that can build up without adequate home ventilation.
Carbon Monoxide, Carbon Dioxide and Soot from fuel burning appliances and heating systems can also become a problem without proper home ventilation.
Proper home ventilation can help reduce allergy and asthma symptoms and help ease other respiratory ailments that burden millions of people.
About The Author
Troy Munn is the Webmaster of home-air-care.com where he offers valuable information and tips on improving the air quality of your home. To find more information, to help you reduce allergy symptoms and control indoor pollution visit: http://www.home-air-care.com
Double glazing reduces heat loss through your windows. You can... Read More
Do you have embarrassing gas problems? Do you find this... Read More
Do you need a decorative, quality, recessed locking mailbox for... Read More
One of the simplest ways to start planning your bathroom... Read More
Selecting a Persian rug can be a daunting task for... Read More
Hardwood flooring - its' traditional look is almost timeless, its'... Read More
Your choice of bathroom cabinet can affect the look and... Read More
Trying to decide which home improvement project to tackle next?... Read More
For the past few weeks, I have been explaining how... Read More
1. The site of the proposed conservatory.2. Construction work begins.... Read More
Injection waterproofing is often used to fill and seal cracks... Read More
Some of the most common mistakes to avoid made by... Read More
Steel is a remarkable material that has been steadily increasing... Read More
The style of your interior depends for a great part... Read More
Your home's interior is exquisitely decorated in your favorite style;... Read More
You have found the perfect lot on which to build... Read More
So you've scraped and saved, now you've finally gotten together... Read More
Window coverings serve an important role in your home, giving... Read More
Imagine leaving a window open all winter long ? the... Read More
VANCOUVER, CANADA. Many homeowners, landlords, renters, property managers, business owners,... Read More
If you want to add extra spark to rooms, consider... Read More
Why does big business have all the fun? We fix... Read More
So you're building the bath of your dreams but find... Read More
According to the National Candle Association (NCA), most US-manufactured candle... Read More
It turns out your mother was right after all --... Read More
When you have reached the decision to purchase new windows... Read More
Coping with wood movementAll wood workers need to be aware... Read More
A separate dining room adds glamour, elegance, and excitement to... Read More
Houseplants can be soothing because of their visual impact. Besides... Read More
Power tools are some of the most useful devices ever... Read More
From a riot of color in bold chintzes to the... Read More
Is your home dcor lacking that extra something that spells... Read More
One of the biggest advantages of laminate floors is that... Read More
Creating a Designer Home With LightingTraditionally, spring is the time... Read More
A staple of healthy outdoor living, hot tubs equals to... Read More
Of the 359 homeowners in my area, 112 are running... Read More
If you're planning to show your home mainly during daylight... Read More
With so many homeowners in the market for more energy... Read More
Your home's interior is exquisitely decorated in your favorite style;... Read More
Asphalt paving or Hot Mix Asphalt is typically what one... Read More
Razing the CottageWith new house plans and permits in hand,... Read More
You have found an apartment you like and you are... Read More
What is the absolute best way to clean carpet? Carpet... Read More
When you buy art, you may think you not consciously... Read More
So it's too humid in your 10' X 10' bedroom.... Read More
Interior design for children is one of the most fun,... Read More
If you just love that rustic look, and are finally... Read More
Remodeling a kitchen is one of the best investments a... Read More
Since the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) started banning the use... Read More
Imagine leaving a window open all winter long ? the... Read More
Home Improvement |