Indoor Air Quality Services - Waldorf, MD

Southern Pride Service urges homeowners in Waldorf, MD, to consider our indoor air quality services. Poor indoor air quality poses a significant health risk in many homes. Internal and external pollution sources contribute to this issue. Indoor air pollution is especially concerning because low ventilation and circulation lead to increased concentration levels.

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Many households rely exclusively on passive ventilation. Inadequate ventilation allows pollutants to accumulate in homes over time, making them more hazardous. We often recommend that homeowners install attic fans to correct this problem. An attic fan forces stale air out of the attic. It not only protects the attic but also improves ventilation, circulation, and humidity throughout the living spaces. Additionally, it extends the life of the roofing system.

Clean HVAC equipment plays an integral role in maintaining good indoor air quality. While HVAC systems don’t cause air quality issues, they can contribute to or worsen them. To avoid this, homeowners should schedule a cooling tune-up in the spring and a heating tune-up in the fall each year. For ACs and heat pumps, this service includes removing microbial growth from the evaporator coils. You can also install air purifiers that remove contaminants as air passes through your HVAC ducts.

Improved indoor air quality can provide many potential health benefits:

Higher energy levels

Reduced allergy symptoms

Improved cognitive function

Fewer headaches and body aches

Less snoring and more restful sleep

At least every few years, homeowners should schedule a duct inspection using a camera. Dust builds up in ducts over time, acting like a sponge that absorbs and releases pollutants back into the home. Once dust reaches a significant level, our duct cleaning service will remove it all. Duct leakage poses another issue. Leakage undermines both energy efficiency and air quality. Duct sealing significantly reduces this loss. In some cases, other duct repairs, like replacing panels and mounting hardware, may also be necessary.

Homeowners must also pay attention to their HVAC filter to keep equipment and ducts clean. The industry uses the MERV rating to measure filter effectiveness. A higher rating indicates better filtration, but it also results in higher static pressure. Use a filter with the highest MERV rating your system supports, without exceeding its limit. Check the filter at least once a month and replace it as needed.

Experts recommend maintaining a relative humidity (RH) between 30% and 60%. If you cannot achieve this range through ventilation, heating, and cooling alone, consider solutions like whole-house humidifiers, which add moisture to the air in winter, or whole-house dehumidifiers, which remove moisture in summer.

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Southern Pride Service has served Waldorf since 1993 as experts in indoor air quality services and other HVAC services. We pride ourselves on providing excellent customer service and ensuring complete customer satisfaction, as a family-owned business. We frequently offer online specials and assist with the Energy Savings Program and the SMECO Home Energy Improvement Program. For installations, we provide free in-person quotes and financing options on approved credit.

Want to learn more about our indoor air quality services in Waldorf? Call Southern Pride Service today.

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Indoor Air Quality Services in Waldorf, MD

Professional Indoor Air Quality Services

Waldorf Indoor Air Quality Solutions