Air Quality Control - Spend A Dime And Save A Dollar

There's an old saying regarding the efficient use of resources, "Don't spend a dollar to save a dime."  Some people might interpret that to mean that efforts to reduce the consumption of energy that cost money are not worth considering.  

 

One case in point has to do with the air quality in your home.  We know there are systems that can significantly reduce the allergens present in the air.  There are many brands from which to choose, and some of these systems can pull 95% more of the fine particles out of the air than a standard filter on your heating and cooling unit.

 

The National Safety Council estimates that we spend an average of 90% of our time indoors, and 65% of that time is spent in our homes.  Pollutants and microbial bacteria come from everywhere.  Plants, animals, mother earth, and people all contribute to airborne problems, and these particles will continually re-circulate throughout the home without some means of catching and removing them.

 

Getting back to the use of resources, you have to pay the money up front to get a great filter in your home.  The flip side of that coin is that you will be healthier and probably won't go to the doctor as much or buy as many medications.  The investment in cleaner air will typically result in health care savings.

 

It would be naive to believe a filter is the only item necessary to improve air quality in your home. There are many potential problems in the air that are detrimental to your health, such as pollen and air borne germs.  Identifying what all the problems contributing to poor air quality are leads to a plan to have those issues eradicated.

 

It is advised to have a home health check to see where energies should be directed to make your home's air breathable and healthier.  If you notice a musty smell in your home, for example, it may be indicative of a mold problem, but a professional is capable of isolating where the mold is originating and how to stop it.

 

A home inspector might be the best money you've ever spent, and it is hard to place a hard dollar value on health and wellness. Considering all facets of the home air quality issue, professional advice might be more like spending a dime to save a dollar.