The air in your home is affected by a wide variety pollutants and may put your health at risk. While it’s necessary to create a tightly sealed thermal envelope to conserve energy, contaminants are then trapped inside. It’s not uncommon for flu-like or allergy symptoms to be caused by issues with the breathing air. In McHenry County, Lake County & Northwest Cook County, IL, where weather extremes are just about year-round, keeping windows closed and the HVAC system running, it’s worthwhile to take proactive measures.
Residential Air Purification Systems
Polluted indoor air has been linked to a long list of health concerns, such as frequent colds, sore throats, chronic cough, itchy eyes, headaches, respiratory irritation, skin rashes, difficulty sleeping, dizziness and lethargy. Long-term exposure can increase the risk of cancer. Children, the eldery and anyone with chronic asthma, allergies, heart and lung diseases are most vulnerable. However, everyone is adversely affected by indoor air quality problems.
Some of the most common contaminants include:
- Asbestos
- Bacteria
- Dust
- Mold spores
- Pesticides
- Pet dander
- Pollen
- Radon
- Secondhand smoke
- Viruses
- VOCs
Contact us today to learn more about our air purification systems
Temperature and humidity levels can also work to increase the concentration of pollutants. No matter the problem, V. M. O'Leary Sheet Metal & Heating finds an effective, efficient and long-term solution. Call us at (847) 462-7469 for same-day service across Algonquin, Carpentersville, Cary, Crystal Lake, Lake In the Hills, and Dundee, IL. Our factory-authorized technicians look forward to giving you confidence in your breathing air. With [years] years of experience, we know how to get the job done to satisfaction.
