You spend a significant amount of your time inside your home. That’s why it’s vital to pay attention to your indoor air quality. Aside from cleaning air vents and using air purifiers, your windows can also help improve your home’s indoor air quality.
Here’s how windows contribute to good indoor air quality.
Proper Airflow
When fresh air enters your home, it pushes out stale air and removes unpleasant odors. Using a fan while keeping your windows open speeds up this process and maximizes airflow throughout your home.
Normal Humidity Level
High humidity levels make indoor environments prone to mold growth, which can affect indoor air quality. Opening your windows can keep indoor humidity at normal levels, which is important especially in moisture-prone areas like bathrooms and kitchens. If your old windows are difficult to open and close, it’s time to get new windows.
Protection Against Airborne Pollutants
Your home’s indoor air quality is affected by the smoke and odors that come from cooking and cleaning solutions containing volatile organic chemicals (VOCs). These pollutants – along with dust, pet dander and other allergens – will circulate throughout your living spaces if you keep your windows closed all the time. Even if your HVAC and air purification systems are filtering out all these contaminants and allergens, you’re essentially breathing in the same air over and over again. Opening your windows will introduce fresh air into your space, dilute airborne pollutants and remove old air.
Let Renewal by Andersen® of Northwest Ohio help you pick the best replacement windows for your home. Our team will listen to your needs so we can guarantee the most suitable options for you. To schedule a consultation, call (419) 931-6970, or fill out our contact form. We serve clients in Findlay, OH, and other nearby areas.
