Common Causes of Poor Indoor Air Quality in Virginia Homes

Bill Weavers • April 4, 2022

Common Causes of Poor Indoor Air Quality in Virginia Homes

Did you know that the air you breathe indoors can be twice as polluted as the air outside? You don’t need to worry, however, because this issue is easy to deal with. You just have to determine the causes of your poor indoor air quality. From there, you can determine and apply the best solution. Here W.E. Beavers Jr. Heating & Cooling, your trusted HVAC repair and installation company, takes a look at the common causes of poor indoor air quality and how to solve each issue.

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Household cleaners. While household cleaning supplies can be kept out of children’s reach in upper cabinets, when used for daily or weekly cleaning, they emit fumes that contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs). These are known to affect indoor air quality, irritating the skin and the respiratory tract – the nose, throat and lungs. You can prevent them from polluting the air you breathe indoors by purchasing natural cleaning supplies. After a deep spring cleaning, open the windows to get rid of the fumes and let in fresh air.


Biological agents. These refer to mold spores, mildew, bacteria, viruses, dust, pet dander and pollen. Exposure to these airborne particles can trigger allergies, leading to respiratory problems accompanied by symptoms like coughing, sneezing, a runny nose and watery eyes. Fortunately, you can get rid of these and prevent them from affecting indoor air quality by changing your HVAC filters regularly and having your ductwork cleaned every few years. Cooling and heating services experts also recommend indoor air quality improvement solutions like air purifiers, dehumidifiers and UV lamps.


Tobacco smoke. Smoking cigarettes or cigars produces gas residues and particles that can linger in rooms and on surfaces for a long time. Minimize smoke odors inside your home to ensure the health of everyone in your household and lessen exposure to fumes and particles. Smoking cessation remains the best option; otherwise, smokers should light up outside the house.


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