Comfort, Health & Safety
It is surprising how the air flow and quality of air in a home can affect the health and comfort of those who live there.
Air that is too dry or too humid is a sign of ineffective humidity control, and these conditions can cause a range of health problems, from nosebleeds and dry skin in the cold weather months to an increase in mold and mildew in warm weather months. Compromised air quality can aggravate allergy and asthma problems at any time of year.
Cold or the warm areas in the house that are difficult to regulate can affect the family’s comfort to a large degree. Excessive dust may indicate a problem with the heating, air conditioning or ductwork system –– creating conditions that for some can pose a health threat.
It is a good idea to periodically check carbon monoxide levels and natural gas outlets in the home, just to be sure there are no unnoticed safety issues.
A home energy audit is the first step in identifying opportunities to save energy and improve the comfort, health and safety of the family.
