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Frequently Asked Questions
Below you will find a list of frequently asked questions with answers. If you do not find an answer to what you are looking for please contact us for more information.
What is indoor air quality?
Indoor air quality deals with the content of interior air that could affect health and comfort of building occupants.
What can I do to improve the quality of my air?
Techniques for analyzing IAQ include collection of air samples (Air Advice Machine), collection of samples on building surfaces and computer modeling of air flow inside buildings. The resulting samples can be analyzed for mold, bacteria, chemicals or other stressors. These investigations can lead to an understanding of the sources of the contaminants and ultimately to strategies for removing the unwanted elements from the air.
How do I test the quality of my air?
The AIR ADVICE MONITOR is used to test the air in your home for dust, pollen, chemicals and other pollutants that is later evaluated by Barkers Heating & Cooling, Inc.
What type of products and filters are available to help with my air quality?
Products available to help with indoor air quality:
- Humidifiers to add moisture in the winter
- UV or Germicidal lights to improve air quality and protects equipment by sterilizing illuminated surfaces.
- High Efficiency Media Air Cleaners for removing particles and bioaerosols ranging in size down to 1 micron.
- Seal existing ductwork to keep dust and dirt from entering your system from the attic or under your house.
What impact does air quality have on my health?
IMPACT ON HEALTH: Children spend about 85 percent of their time indoors, 11 percent outdoors, and 4 percent in enclosed transit. The time spent in some locations and activities, and the time spent near some pollutant sources, differs markedly among individuals and population subgroups.
What factor does humidity have on air quality and can I control it?
HUMIDITY FACTOR ON INDOOR AIR QUALITY: The ideal relative humidity in a home is 25% to 55%. This can be controlled with a Lennox signature thermostat.
