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American families spend approximately 90% of their time indoors, and indoor air can be 2-5 times—even up to 100 times—more polluted than outdoor air, according to the American Lung Association.

Modern homes are airtight, which is beneficial for keeping your home cool in the summer and warm in the winter. However, this design traps allergens and pollutants inside, negatively impacting your family’s health.

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The Three Phases of Indoor Air Contamination

All three phases of indoor air contamination can contribute to poor efficiency of your HVAC system and reduce the quality of the air inside your home. Reducing them is an important part of maintaining safe, healthy indoor air quality for your family.

Learn more about professional Indoor Air Quality Packages from Aire Serv®, which can address all three phases of indoor air contamination and fit nearly any homeowner's needs and budget.

Phase 1
Particle and Allergens

Phase 2
Germs and Infection Agents

Phase 3
Chemical Gasses and Odors
  • Dust
  • Smoke
  • Pollen
  • Pet Dander
  • Germs
  • Viruses
  • Bacteria
  • Biological Growth
  • Pet
  • Smoke
  • Cooking Odors
  • Volatile Organic Compounds

How Indoor Air Quality Impacts Your Health

Indoor air quality can be affected by temperature, humidity, ventilation, and indoor pollutants like cleaning products, paint, and other unseen toxins. Additionally, human skin cells, dust mites, and dust mite feces often comprise a significant percentage of household dust.

These indoor air contaminants get trapped indoors and settle into carpeting, bedding, and other soft furnishings, as well as behind walls or under floors with cracks or gaps.

Furthermore, combustion appliances like heaters, stoves, and dryers can produce dangerous indoor pollutants like carbon monoxide and nitrogen dioxide. Professional carbon monoxide detector installation can help.

Signs of Indoor Air Pollution

How do you know if you have indoor air quality issues? Musty odors in your home can be a sign of mold, which can be caused by excess moisture from improper ventilation, high humidity levels, and unaddressed water damage.

If you suspect mold is present in your home, request a professional evaluation immediately.

You can also look for other common signs of indoor air pollution, which include:

  • Lingering, unpleasant odors
  • Excess dust buildup, especially around air vents and ducts
  • High humidity levels
  • Discolored fabrics and furniture
  • Visible mold growth
  • Poor ventilation

In addition, compromised indoor air quality can contribute to or exacerbate respiratory symptoms and other health issues, including:

  • Headaches
  • Sore/itchy eyes
  • Burning/runny nose
  • Headaches
  • Congestion
  • Fatigue
  • Trouble concentrating
  • Worsening allergies/asthma
  • Flu-like symptoms
  • Heart disease
  • Lung disease
  • Cancer
  • Other serious, long-term conditions

Superior Indoor Air Quality Solutions by Aire Serv

Your HVAC system circulates more than 1 million cubic feet of air through your home daily. That’s why it’s the ideal place to improve indoor air quality and combat the three phases of airborne contaminants:

  • Particles and allergens
  • Germs and infectious agents
  • Chemical gasses and odors

Aire Serv’s innovative indoor air quality systems use the most advanced tools and technologies to combat contaminated air with whole-house solutions that clean, disinfect, and deodorize your home all day, every day.

Plus, homeowners can save big by taking advantage of the Aire Serv Advantage Plan™, which offers twice-yearly maintenance, a 15% service discount, priority scheduling, and much more.

Ready to get started? Review a detailed breakdown of our indoor air quality packages, which are conveniently designed to fit nearly any household needs and budget.

Schedule an Indoor Air Quality Assessment with Aire Serv

Busy, health-conscious homeowners can count on Aire Serv’s professional indoor air quality assessment and improvement process:

  • Indoor air quality testing: We thoroughly evaluate your indoor air and recommend the steps needed to meet national indoor air quality standards (outlined by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency).
  • HVAC system cleaning: We thoroughly clean interior and exterior HVAC components, change air filters, evaluate humidity levels, and determine the need for air purifiers and/or cleaners. We can also evaluate and perform air duct cleaning and sanitization.
  • Indoor air improvements: Aire Serv’s local service professionals will recommend a variety of air improvement options for you to select.
  • Retesting: Following the installation of any of our indoor air solutions, we will retest the air to confirm functionality and measure effectiveness.

Benefits of Aire Serv’s Indoor Air Quality Solutions

Our local pros love helping homeowners enjoy numerous benefits when they choose Aire Serv to improve their home’s indoor air quality:

  • Stop overpaying on monthly utility bills
  • Improve energy efficiency and environmental impact
  • Prevent unnecessary breakdowns and service calls
  • Reduce airborne bacteria and viruses
  • Improve asthma and allergy symptoms
  • Keep your system running at factory-fresh conditions
  • Increase your equipment’s lifespan
  • Breathe cleaner, fresher, and healthier indoor air 24/7

Indoor Air Quality DIY Checklist for Homeowners

  • Change your air filters frequently.
  • Schedule an air duct cleaning to reduce irritants such as mold and dust.
  • Install a dehumidifier or humidifier, depending on the environment, to regulate indoor moisture.
  • Circulate fresh air with a fresh air ventilation system to improve indoor air quality.
  • Dust and vacuum often to remove contaminants and ease the burden on the HVAC system, prolonging the equipment's life and saving money on electric bills.


Choose Aire Serv for Expert Indoor Air Quality Solutions

Your home is your family’s sanctuary. Improve their quality of life and secure your peace of mind with clean and healthy air, thanks to your local Aire Serv’s innovative Indoor Air Quality Packages.

Since 1992, Aire Serv has provided expert 24/7 HVAC services you can trust. Enjoy peace of mind with the Aire Serv difference, which includes:

All Aire Serv franchises are locally owned and operated and may offer fewer or more services than those listed here. To learn more about the indoor air quality services offered in your area, contact the Aire Serv nearest you for details or a customized on-site assessment.

Indoor Air Quality FAQs

As an industry leader and a brand that is trusted by homeowners and businesses nationwide for our knowledge and experience, we’re happy to answer your questions. Here are answers to some of the frequently asked questions about indoor air quality.

Poor indoor air quality can cause eye and throat irritation, headaches, irritability, fatigue, congestion, nausea, and dizziness. In addition to these symptoms, indoor air pollution can worsen allergies, asthma, and other respiratory issues while putting undue stress on the heart and lungs.

Air quality is often measured using the EPA’s Air Quality Index (AQI). Higher AQI values signal greater air pollution, while lower AQI values indicate cleaner air. An AQI score of 0-50 is considered good, with little to no indoor air pollution risk. An AQI score of 51-100 is moderate, and if it is over 100, the risk significantly increases.

Maintaining an AQI below 50 is ideal for indoor environments. To achieve this, focus on proper ventilation, air purification, and minimizing sources of indoor pollutants like smoke, mold, and chemical fumes. Regular monitoring can help ensure safe air quality levels in your home or workplace.

To check the indoor air quality in your home, contact a licensed HVAC service provider who can bring professional-grade tools and technologies to test your air and recommend effective solutions that fit your home’s needs and budget. They will conduct a variety of tests, which may include:

  • Inspecting your HVAC system: An HVAC expert will check air filters, vents, electrical/gas connections, and other system components to ensure they are clean and working properly.
  • Indoor air quality monitoring: These devices measure pollutants like particulate matter, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and volatile organic compounds.
  • Physical signs: Evidence of mold, mildew, dust buildup, or lingering odors can indicate air quality problems.
  • Humidity levels: High humidity can cause mold, while low humidity can cause dryness. A hygrometer will ensure humidity stays between 30-50%.
  • Test for specific issues: An HVAC professional can check for radon, carbon monoxide, or other gasses and even specific pollutants as needed.
  • Inquire about health symptoms: Take note if you experience coughing, allergies, disorientation or fatigue, as these symptoms can signal poor air quality.

The time it takes to recover from poor air quality depends on how long you were exposed, the pollution level, and your overall health.

  • Short-term exposure: Mild symptoms like coughing or throat irritation usually clear up within a few hours to a day after breathing clean air.
  • Prolonged exposure: It may take a few days to a week to recover if symptoms like fatigue or chest tightness develop.
  • Severe or long-term exposure: Recovery can take weeks or months, especially if it worsens respiratory issues.

People with existing health conditions may need more time to recover and could experience more severe effects.

Luckily, there are many things you can do to help speed up recovery from poor indoor air quality. First, contact an HVAC company that offers indoor air quality services to help evaluate your home and conduct any necessary repairs. In addition to leveraging expert help, take the following steps:

  • Improve ventilation: Open windows or use fans if the fresh air outdoors is better quality than your indoor air.
  • Use air purifiers: Use air purifiers with HEPA filters to remove pollutants and allergens from the air.
  • Eliminate sources of pollution: Remove items causing poor air quality, such as mold, smoke, or strong chemical odors. Also, replace your heater’s air filter.
  • Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water to help your body flush out toxins.
  • Take breaks outdoors: Spend time outside in clean air to give your lungs a chance to recover.
  • Be proactive: Ensure your home is set up for success with a properly maintained HVAC system.
Rest assured that you don’t have to handle your air quality issues alone. Contact Aire Serv today for more information about our indoor air quality services.

Hiring HVAC professionals for indoor air quality services is a great way to improve indoor air quality. They can provide lasting solutions to keep your home’s air clean and healthy, which may include:

  • Clean air ducts: Remove dust, mold, and debris from ducts to prevent polluted air from circulating.
  • Upgrade filters: Install HEPA filters, UV lamps, polarized media air cleaners, or other air purification systems to trap and neutralize viruses, allergens, chemicals, and other harmful particles.
  • Improve ventilation: Add a fresh air ventilation system to bring in fresh air without wasting energy.
  • Control humidity: Install or repair humidifiers and dehumidifiers to prevent mold or excessive dryness and improve comfort.
  • Install an indoor air quality monitor: When installed correctly, an indoor air quality monitor can help you stay on top of air quality issues in your home. The device should be located in an area with adequate airflow that is free of obstructions.
  • Maintain your system: Ensure your HVAC system is clean and running efficiently to avoid adding pollutants to your air.

Improve Your Indoor Air Quality Today!

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Services may vary by location. For more information, including the most accurate list of services and guidance, please contact your locally owned and operated Aire Serv for details and a customized on-site assessment.

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