Indoor air is a matter of quality. Working or living in a “sick building” with inadequate ventilation poses risks for everyone involved. Common questions and concerns include the possibility of contracting Legionnaires Disease due to poorly maintained ventilation systems, and developing a respiratory illness or allergies due to exposure to indoor molds.
Indoor air quality (IAQ) issues often center around the mechanical operation and effectiveness of the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. And research indicates that HVAC systems might be responsible for up to 60 percent of IAQ-related problems. At the same time, HVAC systems can be used to resolve up to 80 percent of the common IAQ issues. So, HVAC design, maintenance, and operation are all critical elements for maintaining quality indoor air. In addition to taking care of your HVAC system, here are five things you can do to head off indoor air complaints: