Each year a great deal of time and money is spent towards reducing pollution levels in our air outside, and with good reason, as clean air is essential to our health and wellbeing. So, with that in mind, let’s consider the quality of our indoor air. Did you know that our indoor air quality can be worse than outside? In this blog, we are going to look at some of the types of pollutants that are found in our homes. Biological pollutants.
Biological pollutants are generally the result of living organisms or parts of living organisms. Among the more common kinds of biological pollutants found in the home are bacteria and viruses, dust mites, cockroach parts, animal dander, and pollen. This is not the most pleasant of thoughts, but these pollutants are found in every home and usually travel through the air undetected, so it is pretty much impossible to completely rid your home of them.
What types of environmental conditions aid the growth of biological pollutants? Moisture and nutrients will make them thrive so places that are more prone to humidity such as bathrooms and damp basements will make the problem worse. You will find some appliances like humidifiers and air conditioners provide ideal conditions as well. Some modern building materials and construction techniques also help support the growth of biological pollutants because some modern house designs prevent outside air from entering the home which can increase indoor moisture levels.
It is important to note that biological pollutants have also been known to cause some health issues so, if you feel like this may be the cause of your health problems, be sure to consult a doctor for advice.