IAQ - Indoor Air Quality Testing
Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) refers to the quality of air inside and around structures and buildings. It is represented by thermal conditions and the concentrations of pollutants which affect the comfort, health and performance and work ability of occupants. It has been pointed out in studies that indoor air can be even more polluted than outdoor air. People`s exposure to many air pollutants is due to indoor air inhalation as most of the time is spent indoors by them. According to the report by WHO one third of the new buildings around the world are not fit for human use because of indoor pollution. Thus indoor air quality IAQ inspection must be done.
Major sources of air pollutants are:
- Pollen, skin particles, dust.
- VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) in varnishes, wax, pesticides etc.
- Formaldehyde in most of household products and building materials.
- Tobacco smoke, body odors, perfume, carbon dioxide.
- Dust mites from fabric, carpets, foam chair cushions.
- Ozone from electric motors, photocopiers and electrostatic air cleaners.
- Microbial contaminants as Fungi, bacteria, moulds from stagnant water, damp areas etc.
- Inadequate or poorly designed ventilation systems may give rise to indoor air pollutants.
Indoor air quality IAQ assessment is very important as poor indoor air quality may lead to headache, irritation of skin, nose, throat, eyes, fatigue, allergies, sinus, nausea and many other problems. In most buildings the primary methods of improving air quality are filtration, source control and the use of ventilation to dilute contaminants.
EPA has issued guidelines regarding how frequently cleaning should be done based on number of household members, children, pets, smokers etc. These guidelines must be followed by an indoor air quality IAQ testing company.
With years of experience in indoor air quality monitoring sector Clean Air Services provide indoor air quality IAQ testing services which includes monitoring of both particulate matter and gaseous pollutants. We provide a complete solution for the overall improvement of your indoor air quality. Every client of ours will be taken through a process of inspection, monitoring and indoor air quality IAQ assessment and logical steps will be recommended by us. Be safe and healthy with Clean Air Services!!
