Do you have pollutants in your home? Do you know what they are and what causes them? Indoor pollution sources that release gases and particles are the main cause of poor indoor air quality. Some major causes of poor indoor air quality are inadequate ventilation, high temperature and humidity levels. There are many pollutant sources found in the home. These include combustion sources such as oil, gas, kerosene, coal, wood and tobacco products. More common pollutants found in the home are wet or damp carpet, cabinetry made of certain wood products, household cleaners, central heating and cooling systems and humidification devices.

Adequate ventilation must be maintained in keeping these pollutants from entering your home. These pollutants can cause health problems to you and your family. Health effects from these pollutants can be immediate or appear years later. Some of these include irritation to the eyes, nose, and throat, headaches, dizziness and fatigue. There are also diseases that one can receive which include asthma, hypersensitivity pneumonitis, and humidifier fever. The determining factor of who will see immediate reactions to these pollutants will depend on the age of the person and if there is any preexisting medical condition. The effects one can suffer years after exposure include some respiratory diseases, heart disease and cancer. It is important to pay attention when the symptoms occur and the place where they occur. People react very differently to the exposure of indoor air pollutants. If a person has moved to a new residence or remodels a home and these symptoms occur, the home may be exposed to indoor pollutants and in turn so will your family.

This section will explain how to determine if indoor pollutants could be in your home. Identify potential sources of indoor air pollution. Look for signs of ventilation problems in the home. If you notice moisture or condensation on windows or walls, smelly air, dirty central heating and air units or areas where items become moldy, there is a problem. The type of lifestyle and the type of activities can determine whether your home is susceptible to poor indoor air quality.

The single most effective way to improve the quality of air in your home is to eliminate sources of pollution or reduce the emissions that the pollutants give off. Here are some steps that can be taken to ensure your home or workplace has good indoor air quality:

1. Introduce toxin-consuming plants to your home or office space. Some examples of these plants include spider plants, golden pothos, peace lilies, and bamboo palms just to name a few.
2. The use of natural household cleaning products will reduce the risk of pollutants.
3. Natural pest control keeps toxins at a low level.
4. Clean the kitchen, bathroom and dryer vents regularly.
5. Do not smoke in the house or allow any other party to smoke.
6. Maintain humidifiers, dehumidifiers and air conditioners. Empty the water trays in humidifiers, air conditioners and refrigerators.
7. Prevent carbon monoxide exposure by keeping all appliances serviced in your home.
8. Change filters according to the manufacturers directions.
9. Test your home for radon exposure.

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