Indoor Air Quality Testing
Indoor air quality (IAQ) has become a major factor for new homebuyers. Poor air quality can have immediate health effects such as fatigue, headaches and dizziness, and irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat. Poor IAQ can also have long-term dangers such as heart disease, cancer, and respiratory diseases.
Walker Property Inspections provides testing in the following areas of indoor air quality:
- Fungus and bacteria
- Asbestos
- Carbon monoxide/dioxide
- Radon
- Others
Indoor air quality testing FAQ
Q. How can I tell if my home air quality is bad?
A. Often, poor air quality in the home will cause symptoms like coughing, sneezing, or allergic reactions. You may also feel headaches, nausea, fatigue, or dizziness. One indicator that your symptoms are caused by poor IAQ is if you feel better when you leave, and then symptoms resume when you come back home.
Q. How do you check the air quality in your home?
A.As a homeowner, it’s advisable to have a professional home inspector complete an air quality assessment. But there are a few options homeowners can use to conduct ongoing air monitoring:
- Home indoor air quality monitor
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Visual mold inspection
- Home radon test