Indoor Air Quality
Indoor Air Quality Testing for Winter Haven, Lakeland, Bartow, FL & Beyond
Poor air quality can lead to a range of issues, from allergies and respiratory problems to unpleasant odors and reduced energy efficiency. At Thorpe Heating and Cooling, our comprehensive indoor air quality services include indoor air quality testing to accurately identify the specific contaminants and issues in your space. Based on the results, we offer a variety of solutions to effectively remove dust, pollen, bacteria, and viruses. Our technicians will conduct a thorough indoor air quality assessment and recommend the best products and services to meet your needs. We also provide regular maintenance and filter replacements to ensure your indoor air quality systems continue to operate at peak performance. Call us today to schedule an appointment. We serve Winter Haven, Lakeland, Bartow, FL, and the surrounding areas.
On average Americans, spend around 90% of our time indoors. Indoor air quality plays a significant role in your overall well-being.
According to the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) “the average concentration of pollutants indoors is up to 5x higher than the air outdoors. (even in large, industrialized cities).”
- Poor indoor air quality can cause:
- Dizziness
- Headaches
- Feeling excessively or continually tired
- Aggravate allergies and asthma
- Cold/flu like symptoms
- Many other personal health issues
There are 3 major types of common source pollutants, also known as the three danger levels
Particulates
Pollutants found in the air such as pollen, dust mites, dirt, pet, and human dander.
Bioaerosols
Microscopic pollutants that grow and reproduce in warm humid environments. These include Bacteria, viruses, mold spores, & fungi.
Odors & Chemical vapors
How do I know if I have poor indoor air quality?
- Most untreated indoor spaces have some area of indoor air quality concern(s).
- Some indoor air quality concerns may be sensed by Intune or susceptible individuals.
- In many instances a qualified visual inspection such as we perform during a Precision Tune-up can identify air quality concerns.
- The absolute best way to confirm or debunk indoor air quality concerns is to have your air tested. We provide Indoor Air Quality Testing as a stand-alone service. Upon request, we even provide this service free of charge for our Premier Comfort Plan Members.
What can be done about it?
- As we mentioned above, often the best place to start is with a visual inspection during one of our Precision Tune-ups. Mention your concerns when scheduling as well as when the technician arrives.
- If it is deemed appropriate, the next recommended step would be to test the air quality, to determine specifically what the concern areas are.
- Then we can custom tailor solutions to best serve you and your home’s needs.
What are some of the typical solutions to treat poor indoor air quality?
- Again, it depends on the specific contaminants and issues but some of the more common solutions include:
- Eliminating the source(s)
- Routine &/or specialty pointed cleaning.
- Sealing unintended entry points.
- Using equipment and/or controls to control humidity and temperature.
- Dilution/ventilation
- Adding fresh air
- Exhausting stale, humid, or contaminated air.
- Purification
- Cleaning / Purifying / Removal
- Filtration
- Ultraviolet surface treatment
- Purification using several technologies such as:
- PCO (Photovoltaic oxidation)
- PHI (Photo-hydro-ionization)
- Ultraviolet Light technologies
- ION generation (ionization)
- Ozone Generation
- Ongoing inspecting, testing, reporting & treating.
- Our Premier Comfort Plan is custom tailored to handle and address most indoor air quality concerns/needs.
- We also offer continual in home IAQ testing/treatment where, when paired with appropriate equipment, controls, and IAQ products – it senses and addresses these danger levels without the need for any action on your behalf, other than continuing a Thorpe Signature Comfort Club.
- Eliminating the source(s)
- Our team looks forward to assisting and guiding you regarding your indoor air quality concerns.