Detecting Poor Indoor Air Quality in the Workplace

Maintaining a safe, healthy, comfortable workplace should always be a priority. That’s why it pays to take proactive measures to help ensure nothing will compromise this. Check the indoor air quality (IAQ) of the building, for instance. Does it actually have poor IAQ, and what can you do about it? A trusted air conditioning maintenance company in the area, Superior Air, discusses more about this here.

Common Signs of Poor Indoor Air Quality

Did you know that indoor air is twice as polluted as outdoor air? This is because enclosed spaces can trap dust, mold spores, bacteria, fumes, volatile organic compounds and other contaminants. They remain in the air for an inordinate amount of time, leaving you and your employees at risk of exposure. You’ll know your workplace has poor IAQ when:

• People are experiencing allergic reactions and flu-like symptoms while inside the building. These may include coughing, sneezing, nausea, irritation of the eyes, nose and throat, breathing difficulties, headaches and hypersensitivity. If the symptoms tend to clear when they leave the workplace, these symptoms definitely come down to poor IAQ.

What to do. The first thing to do is call in a trusted professional, and for many CA homeowners, that’s Superior Air. We’re not just experts in air conditioning repair–you can also depend on us to solve your IAQ issues. We’ll have our trained and skilled team check the air quality in your space and recommend the most effective solutions. We carry a wide selection of high-quality traditional and UV air purifiers from top brand Carrier®, which can trap and eliminate harmful bacteria, mold spores and other airborne pollutants to keep your spaces safe. 

• The space feels muggy and uncomfortable. Another reason for poor indoor air quality is excess moisture, which may result from poor ventilation in your building. High humidity levels not only encourage mold growth–which is associated with a number of health problems–but can cause discomfort and shortness of breath, as well.

What to do. Turning to Superior Air is ideal. We offer top-of-the-line energy and heat recovery ventilators from Carrier®. They’ll expel warm, moisture-laden air from your workplace and draw in cooler, fresher air in return–keeping your spaces healthier and more comfortable, all while minimizing energy loss.

Effective IAQ Solutions from Superior Air!

In addition to air conditioning installation, Superior Air can also handle your indoor air quality needs. With our top-tier IAQ solutions, we’ll make sure you can maintain a healthier, safer workplace for everyone. We proudly serve Hanford, CA, plus the areas in and around Tulare and Kings County. Call us today at (559) 734-2002 or fill out this contact form to schedule your consultation.