Posted on April 12, 2016 by Lee Wasserman

Indoor Air Quality Testing Kit

An indoor air quality testing kit is a tool that can be used to test the air quality where you live, play, go to school, or go to work. The air you breathe both indoors and outdoors has a profound impact on your health. Symptoms of exposure to poor indoor air quality can include headaches, fatigue, respiratory problems and trouble concentrating. If this exposure continues over the long-term it can lead to serious illnesses such as respiratory diseases, heart disease and cancer.

Studies have shown that indoor air quality is actually far more polluted than the outdoor air in cities, according to the federal Environmental Protection Agency. What’s most troubling is that this data points out those most susceptible to contaminants in the air, such as young people, the elderly, and chronically ill individuals, who are often the ones spending the most time indoors.

Good indoor air quality is not just air that’s free of contaminants; it also has to take into account temperature, humidity, and the amount of fresh outdoor airflow. Inadequate ventilation can decrease indoor air quality even further since there is not enough outdoor air to dilute emissions from indoor sources. Without proper ventilation, the contaminated air is not being carried out of the home. In addition, high temperature and humidity levels can increase the levels of certain pollutants.

Signs You May Be in Need of an Indoor Air Quality Testing Kit

If you’re concerned about your indoor air quality, your body will be the first to tell you before any kind of testing kit. We recommend looking for the following signs and symptoms:

• You suffer cold-like symptoms that improve when you’re not at home.
• You notice condensation buildup around windows.
• Your home has a musty smell.
• You see water/moisture stains on your home’s walls and/or ceilings.

If you are concerned about the air quality in your home; an easy, affordable and quick way to get certified lab results is to use one of our indoor air quality testing kits. In addition, you can start improving the quality of air in your home right away by taking the following precautions:

• Vent your bathrooms, kitchens, and laundry rooms directly outdoors.
• Avoid putting your air conditioners or furnaces in your garage as they may draw in unwanted contaminants.
• Make sure your fireplace, dryer, and stove all have proper venting to go directly outdoors.
• Keep your cleaning products, paints, and pesticides out of the occupiable space.
• Make sure to properly air out your home after using cleaning products.
• Make sure to regularly change your filters in any air conditioning or heating systems.

After following these best practices you will be on your way to healthier air in the home for you and your family. Most department stores also sell very affordable air purifiers for those rooms that aren’t quite as well ventilated as others. If you would like to inquire about one of our indoor air quality testing kits,