Indoor Air Quality

Sources of poor indoor air quality and surface contamination

Inadequate Ventilation

Insufficient fresh air, poor distribution and mixing, improper or no maintenance to building ventilation systems.

Interior Contamination

Exposures to pesticides, boiler additives, improperly diluted cleaning agents, combustion gases from sources common to cafeterias and laboratories, and tobacco smoke.

Exterior Contamination

Exposures to motor vehicle exhaust, boiler gases, improperly located exhaust and intake vents, solvents and dusts.

Microbiological Contamination

Commonly caused by water damage to carpets or furnishings or standing water in ventilation system components.

Building Fabric Contamination

Formaldehyde can gas-off (evaporate) from foam insulation, particle board, plywood, glues and adhesives. Fibrous glass-lined ventilation ducts can cause dermatitis.

We recommend a Certified Industrial Hygienist for Indoor Air Quality testing and surveys.


Sources of Information on Indoor Air Quality

Member, Indoor Air Quality Association (IAQA)  SEE CERTIFICATE

EPA's Indoor Air Quality Publications - A library of information for the home owner and employee describing how to locate, manage and eliminate indoor air pollution problems.

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