IMPROVING AIR QUALITY

The World Health Organization (WHO) recently published a report discussing the adverse health effects that occur when dampness and dirt contaminate indoor air quality. The report establishes that HVAC system components play a major role in the perceived indoor air quality of a home. They link the dirtiness of heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems with an increase of multiple respiratory symptoms and specifically mention "dirty ductwork, dirty filters, and dirty air intakes" as pollutant sources. The following are some of the many conclusions drawn in the document:

• Evidence from sufficient research shows that occupants of moldy buildings are at increased rick for developing respiratory symptoms, infections, and asthma. Results show that remediation of dampness and mold can reduce adverse health outcomes.

• Clinical evidence shows that certain microbials related to dampness may increase the risks of rare health conditions.

• Common indoor dust and dirt provide suffcient nutrients to support extensive microbial growth.

• Persistent dampness and microbial growth on interior surfaces and in building structures should be avoided or minimized, as they may lead to adverse health affects.

• Remediation of the conditions that lead to adverse exposure to poor health in populations who are already living with an increased burden of disease.

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AVOIDING "DIRTY" AIR DUCT CLEANERS

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DIRTY DUCTS AND INDOOR AIR QUALITY

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