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Fighting Indoor Air Pollution is Best Defense Against Allergies and Asthma

SANDUSKY , OH ­ With incidences of childhood and adult-onset asthma on the rise, indoor air pollution is quickly becoming an area of concern among those affected.

Indoor air pollutants include any molds, pet dander, dust or any other airborne particles that irritate the respiratory system. One of the best defenses against indoor air pollution is having a home's air duct system cleaned periodically. Duct cleaning involves removing impurities from various components of a forced air heating or cooling system, including the supply and return air ducts and registers, grilles and diffusers, heat exchangers, heating and cooling coils, condensation collection pans (drip pans), fan motor and fan housing and the air handling unit housing.

"If not properly installed, maintained and operated, these components may become contaminated with particles of dust, pollen or other debris," says Jon Fields, of RestorePro. "If moisture is present, the potential for mold growth is increased. Spores from such growth may be released into the home's living space." Some of these contaminants may cause allergic reactions or asthma symptoms.

Systems equipped with humidifiers are especially at risk for contributing to poor Indoor Air Quality if not properly operated and maintained. Elevated humidity is introduced directly into the duct system. If the ducts are dirty, microbial activity is amplified, leading to potentially serious problems. Humidifiers, along with all home mechanicals, should be inspected annually by a qualified HVAC technician.

Homeowners should have their air ducts cleaned every two to three years and more often if:
1) Family members are experiencing unusual or unexplained symptoms or illnesses that they think might be related to the home environment.
2) There is substantial visible mold growth inside hard surface (e.g., sheet metal) ducts or on other components of the heating and cooling system.
3) Ducts are infested with vermin, e.g. rodents or insects.
4) Ducts are clogged with excessive amounts of dust and debris and/or particles are visibly released into the home from the supply registers.

Sandusky, Ohio-based RestorePro is an IICRC certified firm that specializes in structural drying, water, fire and smoke damage restoration, mold remediation, sewage back-up remediation, carpet, upholstery and fabric cleaning, and other emergency disaster restoration services, including full reconstruction. RestorePro is also members of IAQA, AIHA, IFMA, CMRS, WLI, EEF and ASCR.

If you are interested in hearing real-life stories from homeowners who have had a indoor air pollution problem and were helped by RestorePro, please contact Jon O. Fields at 419-624-0198

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