Building Consultant
We consider air quality a risk faced outside, but indoor air can also be polluted. Smoke, vapors, mold, and chemicals used in certain paints, furnishings, and cleaners can all affect indoor air quality and our health. As someone who’s spent years teaching
If you live in a typical Southern home – single-story, brick, slab foundation, and maybe lacking updated energy efficiency improvements – the chimney effect has likely impacted your comfort and energy bills without you even realizing it. The chimney effect (stack effect)
Using a gas stove without proper ventilation can lead to indoor air quality issues, including respiratory problems and mold growth. While recirculating venting systems can help to improve indoor air quality, they may not be as effective as vented systems.