It could be that your air is contaminated with harmful chemicals, which may explain why you’re not sleeping well at night. Supreme Vent Cleaning Phoenix gets calls from customers asking if cleaning the air ducts will help improve the air quality and allow them to sleep better. We will cover some of the many types of air pollutants that can cause unhealthy air.
There are many kinds of pollutants like formaldehyde (from tobacco smoke) and pesticides. These can lead to many diseases including asthma, cancer and birth defects. There are things you can do in order to avoid these risks. Here are a few suggestions:
Tobacco smoke
A growing number of studies are pointing out the adverse health effects of secondhand smoke or tobacco smoke on human health but not many people know about thirdhand smoke. Thirdhand smoke is the smoke residue that coats the ceilings, walls, cabinets, carpet and about anything else it comes in contact with over a period of time.
Studies have shown that exposure to tobacco smoke can lead to lung cancer, heart disease, asthma, and other respiratory diseases. The effects of this smoke are particularly devastating to children and women. This includes secondhand smoke and thirdhand smoke.
Whether you are talking about firsthand, secondhand or thirdhand smoke, the good news is that there are some simple things you can do to help reduce the amounts of harmful pollutants in your indoor air. The first is to stop smoking in your home. This will reduce your exposure by PM2.5 by 70%. Another option is to become more aware of the chemicals in your lungs and to find out what color codes are.
The Air Quality Index (AQI), for example, can be used to determine the amount of particulate matter in your atmosphere. There are two types AQIs available: the PM10, and the PM2.5. Each type has its own effects, but both of them are harmful.
While stopping smoking will be the best place to start, you still need to take care of the thirdhand smoke. That’s where Supreme Vent Cleaning Phoenix comes in. We can clean the air ducts and the vent lines to get them clean but there may still be a smoke smell.
Then we can use “Ozone” machines to get rid of that cigarette smoke smell. The Ozone machines will eliminate any smell but it takes longer with cigarette smoke. Ozone machines convert O2 into O3 and it kills any living thing. Odors are living and so when you kill them, the smell disappears.
Formaldehyde
Formaldehyde, a strong-smelling gas found in indoor air, is very common. It is a serious health problem. It can cause irritation to the lungs, and in some cases, cancer. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), classifies it as a human-carcinogen.
Formaldehyde comes from a number of sources. You can either emit it directly from biomass burning or you can make it through a variety combustion processes. You can also release it by using certain man-made products.
In homes, formaldehyde is most often found in pressed wood products that contain formaldehyde resins. These include flooring and furniture. There are also carpet adhesives, wallpaper, and paint that could contain formaldehyde.
To protect yourself from formaldehyde-induced exposure, make sure your air ducts are clean and use a good high-quality filter. Supreme Vent Cleaning Phoenix recommends a charcoal air filter.
A central ventilation system is a way to provide fresh air and decrease the level of formaldehyde in the air. It is also recommended to open the windows from time to time to allow the fresh, outside air to circulate throughout the house and exhaust the polluted indoor air.
Bioaerosols
Bioaerosols, which are airborne particles, can cause allergies, respiratory diseases and infectious diseases. They may contain allergens as well pathogenic bacteria, mycotoxins, and fungi. They are also believed to be caused by inadvertent waste collection.
Bioaerosols are not understood in detail. They may contain allergens or pathogenic bacteria, toxins and metabolites. They are believed to be the source of many human diseases.
Bioaerosols can cause impairment of lung function, which is one of the most serious health problems. They can cause a variety of respiratory symptoms including dizziness, cough, and shortness of breath. Some biological agents can also be sensitive to transport and storage conditions.
The list of other diseases includes neurological disorders, birth effects, as well as skin disorders. To protect people from bioaerosol-related hazards, further research is required.
There is an increasing amount of interest in the assessment of bioaerosol exposure, especially since the recurrence of infectious diseases. This has led to a rapid development of measurement techniques.
Pesticides
Pesticides are chemical substances that are used for controlling and killing various insects. If they are used incorrectly, pesticides can lead to indoor air pollution. There are ways to minimize the dangers associated with their use. First, you need to understand the basics of pesticides and how they can impact your health. The second step involves recognizing the signs and symptoms that pesticide poisoning can cause.
If you aren’t sure if a product is toxic, ask for a package label from the manufacturer or refer to the Material Safety Data Sheets. The EPA provides an online database with pesticide information. You can call the manufacturer’s emergency phone number if you think a product might be dangerous. If you cannot reach the company, the National Pesticide Telecommunications Network is available. This EPA-sponsored program can also provide you with selected publications on pesticides.
Follow the instructions on the label to reduce your exposure to pesticides. For example, don’t use a spray if the label says you can apply it to your entire body. Use chemical-resistant gloves to apply pesticides. If you experience any signs of irritation, immediately rinse the affected area with water and contact a physician.
Another concern is when insects and mice decide to make the air ducts and trunklines their homes. When they create feces in the air ducts it creates odor and pollutes the air that circulates throughout your home. It is best to call Supreme Air Duct Cleaning Phoenix and have them come out and clean the air vents.