How is Indoor Air Quality Measured?

January 12, 2021

The air in your Cheyenne, WY, home could be up to five times more polluted than the air in your backyard. Indoor air pollutants lead to poor air quality. At Advanced Comfort Solutions, we use these methods to measure the quality of your home’s air. Sensors for the Measurement of the Air Quality in Your Home If you want to have the quality of your home’s air tested, there are a few options. Some providers use handheld sensors that detect the presence of different types of pollutants, such as carbon monoxide and other gases. There are also detectors for volatile organic compounds. You can also have sensors installed in your home. They measure air quality over time, and they’re able to transmit information and generate an air quality report for a specific period of time. Testing Strips for Air Quality Measurement Another way to measure your home’s indoor air quality is with testing strips. These strips are typically placed away from a door, oven, shower or window. A good place is on an interior wall, about six feet up from the floor. The strips should be exposed to the air for 48 hours. The strips absorb contaminants. They are sent...

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3 Benefits of Indoor Air Quality Testing

December 17, 2019

At Advanced Comfort Solutions, we know our clients in Cheyenne and the surrounding areas count on us to keep their homes at the right temperatures throughout the year. However, we also know that there is more to your home comfort than heating and cooling. If the indoor air quality inside your residence is poor, it can have severe effects on the well-being of you and your family. To take a comprehensive look at your home climate, we offer air quality testing using the AirAdvice monitor. Getting a handle on your air quality offers you some serious benefits. 1. A Safer Home Many types of impurities can get into your air supply. Some, like dust and pet dander, are irritating. Others are downright dangerous. You probably know that high levels of carbon monoxide can be deadly. However, carbon monoxide at lower levels can also be dangerous, causing headaches and nausea. Other household chemicals can be toxic at high enough levels. Air quality testing can help you address the chemical dangers in your air. 2. A Healthier Home The most common types of impurities are allergens and mold spores. Some of these are big enough to see with the naked eye. Most...

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