POTENTIAL SOURCES OF ALLERGENS AND IRRITANTS
The following is a list of some potential sources of allergens and/or irritants. This is not a comprehensive list but some of the more common ones.
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Mold
- Pet dander
- Smoke
- Dust & dust mites
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Cleaning chemicals & pesticides
- small insulation particles
- Pollen
- Combustion devices
- Off gasses from new carpet, paint, building materials, etc
- Carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide
- High humidity & temperature
- Insects
People with a high allergy sensitivity, asthma, other breathing problems may be especially sensitive to these problems. These problems can usually be solved by
- Removing the source
- Lowering humidity & temperature
- High efficient (HEPA) filters on air handling equipment & vacuums
- Improved ventilation
- Eliminating water leaks in the home
Our indoor air specialist can help you identify sources and find solutions to your indoor air problems.