New study analyzes indoor air quality in homes
A study by Reinders Corporation, a climate solutions company, analyzed environmental data from the spring and summer in Fort Worth, Texas, to determine where indoor air quality is most likely to be compromised. Researchers evaluated how hard HVAC systems must work to maintain healthy conditions amid varying environmental pressures. The research focused on factors that contribute to Sick Home Syndrome, a collection of temporary health issues including headaches, fatigue and dizziness.
Overall, factors such as hot summers, rising humidity and high pollen levels can make it harder for homes to maintain clean and comfortable indoor air, which is why air quality continues to advance to the forefront of sustainable design.
“While outdoor pollution gets most of the attention, we spend most of our time indoors, where overworked ventilation systems can quickly lead to stale, uncomfortable air,” said Gerrit Jan Reinders, HVAC expert and CEO of Reinders Corporation. “Over time, that kind of environment can contribute to fatigue, irritation, and other symptoms linked to Sick Home Syndrome. Understanding these local environmental pressures is the first step toward improving indoor air quality through better filtration, ventilation and humidity control.”
