Indoor environments can undergo significant changes due to various factors such as failing HVAC systems, construction projects, or the introduction of new materials. Traditionally, indoor air quality assessments were reactive, triggered by noticeable issues. Investigations followed to pinpoint the cause and implement corrections.
Indoor air quality (IAQ) monitoring is crucial for safeguarding human health and ensuring comfort in indoor environments. By continuously assessing pollutants like volatile organic compounds (VOCs), particulate matter (PM), carbon dioxide (CO2), and humidity levels, indoor air quality testing helps prevent respiratory issues, allergies, and overall discomfort. Timely detection of contaminants enables prompt mitigation measures, such as adjusting ventilation rates or implementing air purification systems, to maintain optimal IAQ
Did you know that indoor air quality is often poorer than outdoor air quality, even in urban environments? Indoor air quality is closely tied to the age and condition of a building and its systems, as well as the presence of any dusts, exhausts, and chemicals. To properly manage your building’s indoor air quality, preventive maintenance and regular air quality tests should be incorporated into your building operations plan and completed by trained staff or an outside contractor.
If you have challenges controlling temperatures, humidity, or dust in your building, or notice chemical odors or signs of mold growth, consider working with a qualified contractor to upgrade your building envelope and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems
