The Link Between A/C Use and Indoor Air Quality
With summer ramping up, New Jersey homeowners are turning on their A/C systems for the first time this season. Though cooling power and comfort are typically at the front of our minds, it’s also important to consider how your A/C system impacts your indoor air quality. At Woolley Home Solutions, we understand how these two factors are directly connected and want our customers to know what it means for their home and health.
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How Your A/C System Can Help or Hurt Your Indoor Air Quality
No matter the type of air conditioning system your home has, it plays a direct role in your home’s indoor air quality.
Air Circulation and Filtration
An A/C system pulls warm indoor air into its equipment, cools it, and pushes the cool air back into your space. During this process, the air being cooled passes through a filter.
- How it can help: If the A/C’s filter system is cleaned and properly maintained, it can capture common indoor pollutants like pet dander, pollen, and dust.
- How it can hurt: If the filter is dirty or not maintained, your airflow can be restricted, and those same pollutants might not be trapped effectively.
Humidity
Along with the heat, summer brings increased humidity levels. As a part of the cooling process, an A/C system also draws moisture from the air inside the home.
- How it can help: A well-maintained A/C system removes excess moisture from the air, helping limit conditions where humidity-loving pollutants could thrive.
- How it can hurt: A poorly functioning A/C may struggle to dehumidify your home, creating an environment where mold, mildew, and dust can grow.
Solutions to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality
Do you feel like your current A/C system is negatively impacting your indoor air quality? Here are a couple of solutions to your problems:
Service and Maintenance Plans
Enrolling in an A/C service or maintenance plan, which typically includes an annual start up, can be a hassle-free way of taking care of your cooling system and ultimately improving your indoor air quality.
A trained technician will inspect your equipment, clean essential components, and replace your air filter if needed. They can also identify and address small issues before they turn into costly repairs, helping your system to run more efficiently and keeping your indoor air cleaner.
New A/C Installation
If your current system is outdated or underperforming, a new A/C installation might be the answer to your problems. Modern equipment is built with improved filtration, better humidity control, and higher energy efficiency. Not to mention, starting with brand-new equipment means components free of pollutants.
Indoor Air Quality Add-Ons
Sometimes, repairs or a new system won’t solve all of your indoor air quality issues. Fortunately, there are supplemental systems that can be added to your home in order to improve the conditions that a poorly maintained cooling system might face:
- Whole-house humidifiers: To add necessary moisture during the dryer months, helping to prevent respiratory issues.
- Whole-house dehumidifiers: To remove unnecessary moisture during the warmer months, creating a less hospitable environment for mold and allergens.
- Air purification systems: To help target those common airborne contaminants, improving the cleanliness of the air you breathe.
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Contact Woolley Home Solutions for All Your A/C Needs
Whether you’re looking to enroll in a service plan, inquire about a new A/C installation, or want to upgrade your indoor air quality through humidifiers, dehumidifiers, or air purification systems, Woolley Home Solutions has you covered. We will ensure your indoor air quality meets the right standards, so you can rest well knowing your A/C system is doing what it should be for your home.
Our dedicated team would be happy to speak with you to discuss your options. Fill out our form to get an estimate or give us a call today at (973) 762-7400!
