WHY IS VENTILATION IN THE HOME IMPORTANT?

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W H Y I S V E N T I L A T I O N I N T H E H O M
E I M P O R T A N T ?
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For a comfortable environment in your
home, ventilation is crucial. It is air passes eas
ily
important that the
around your house which is good for your
health. House ventilation helps to avoid air
pollutants from affecting your and your familys
health and provides a good environment to be in.
Lets find out why ventilation in the home is
important.
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IMPORTANCE OF AIRFLOW
Circulation of air helps to cancel out the
unwanted and strong odour which ruins the
environment and affects the hygiene of your
house. It is best if your house has access to
fresh air and nothing blocks it from passing
through the house. Installation of kitchen
chimneys and exhaust fans is also done to
eliminate cooking scents and have a proper
passing of air for this very reason.
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If you have a reasonable flow of air in your
house, the chances of the wood in your house
catching moisture become less. Most people
have wooden furniture as well walls and doors
that can easily catch moisture or dry out which
can ultimately lead to it
getting would
rotten. Ventilation prevent it from
happening and keep
everything in your house
safe.
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HEALTH- RELATED ISSUES
Having adequate airflow will also prevent mould
from building up around your house which is
dangerous for your health if exposed for an
extended period. Some minor symptoms you can
notice when having mould around the house
are irritation to your eyes, nose and throat.
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Reasons Why Your Home Needs Good Ventilation
1. To remove condensation which causes damage to
the home A recent My Health My Home survey found
that 58 of homes experience condensation.
Everyone knows what condensation is, but what
causes condensation and what can be done about
it? If you have ever noticed the droplets of
water that form on the outside of a canned drink
when you take it out of the fridge, then you have
seen condensation at first hand. The reason why
this happens is all to do with temperature, air,
and water vapour. The temperature on the surface
of the can is reduced as air passes over it. As
the air gets cooler its relative humidity rises
and the water vapour turns into moisture. The air
passing over the can is unable to hold onto the
moisture which ends up as droplets running down
the side of the cans cold surface.
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This is what happens in thousands of households
across the nation when the temperature drops
inside the home, especially at night-time when
the heating is turned off. The air reaches the
point where it can no longer hold onto to all the
moisture that we create in our homes and it
migrates to the coldest surfaces windows, walls
and behind furniture where it appears as
condensation or the more familiar sight of
streaming windows. Condensation is most
noticeable in winter because there is a
large difference in temperature between the
inside and outside of the home. That means once
the heating is turned off the inside temperature
drops quickly and soon reaches the point of 100
saturation. As the air cools further, some of the
water can no longer be held in the form of
invisible water vapour and begins to form liquid
droplets. Condensation is the most common form of
dampness and will eventually lead to mould
growth. If it is left to develop over time then
damp patches may start to appear on walls, which
means that wallpaper may peel, and ultimately
black mould will grow. This leads to musty
smells, damage to the fabric of the house and it
can even result in health problems. Introducing
adequate ventilation, with a condensation control
unit, gently ventilates the home from a central
position such as the landing to transform a
stagnant and stale atmosphere into a fresh,
healthy and condensation free environment.
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2. TO MAKE A HEALTHIER LIVING
ENVIRONMENT AND REDUCE ASTHMA
Did you know that damp and mouldy conditions can
be major triggers for asthma? If a home does not
have an adequate ventilation system and humidity
is high, this can provide a perfect breeding
grounds for dust mites. These dust mites and
their airborne detritus thrive in homes that are
not effectively ventilated. When their detritus
encounters the skin or is inhaled, it can cause
allergic reactions, resulting in asthma attacks,
eczema, watering eyes, itching, sneezing and a
runny nose. These issues can be significantly
reduced with an effective ventilation system and
some asthma sufferers have seen immediate
benefits when such a system has been fitted in
their homes.
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3. TO HELP ALLEVIATE SYMPTOMS OF HAY FEVER
In the summer, hay fever causes misery and
suffering for many people. An effective
ventilation system can filter out larger
particles, such as pollen, preventing them from
entering the home. Having a ventilation system in
place means there is no need to open the window,
which can cause a problem for those with pollen
allergies. A ventilation system could be the
answer to a more comfortable summer. Some
sufferers of seasonal health conditions, such as
hay fever and pollen allergies, have noticed
improvements in their condition when an effective
ventilation system is fitted. A constant supply
of filtered fresh air entering the home can help
to control pollutants in the indoor atmosphere,
which can have a positive impact on health.
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4. TO REDUCE THE EFFECTS OF
NATURALLY OCCURRING RADON GAS
Some parts of the country are affected by Radon
gas. This is a colourless, odourless radioactive
gas, which is formed by the decay of small
amounts of uranium that occur naturally in all
rocks and soils. When this occurs, it produces
another radioactive element called Radons
Daughters, which can attach themselves to dust
particles in the air and, if inhaled, they will
stick to the airways of the lung. The World
Health Organization (WHO) has linked Radon
exposure to between 3 and 14 per cent of all lung
cancer cases. Radon is mainly found in areas with
high levels of granite and other igneous rocks
and is prevalent in areas such as the South West
and the East Midlands. If you are in a
Radon-affected area, it is worth having tests
carried out in your home and it may be the case
that a Positive Input Ventilation system can help
to reduce Radon to safe levels, reducing the
risks to your health.
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5 . TO LESSEN THE IMPACT OF VOCS
Volatile Organic Compounds or VOCs as they are
often known are invisible gases that can lead
to many health problems in the home. The
Scientific Committee on Health and Environmental
Risks calculates there are up to 900 chemicals
in indoor air, with negative side-effects
much more common in properties without adequate
ventilation. In fact, figures from the
Environmental Protection Agency show the air
inside homes could be 70 per cent more polluted
than it is outdoors!
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How to Use Ventilation to Protect Health

• Use exhaust fans in bathrooms to remove moisture
  and gases from the house.
• Fit your kitchen with an exhaust fan that moves
  the air to the outside. Use the fan or open a
  window when cooking to remove fumes and airborne
  particles.
• Make sure gas, propane, wood or other combustion
  appliances vent completely to the outside. Do not
  use ventless stoves.
• Install a carbon monoxide detector in multiple
  locations in your house.
• Vent clothes dryers to the outdoors, too. Clean
  out the vent regularly to make sure the dust does
  not block air flow.

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If you paint or use hobby supplies or chemicals
in your home, add extra ventilation. Open the
windows and use a portable window fan to pull the
air out of the room. Test your home for radon,
and if you have elevated levels, hire a
professional to add ventilation to remove it.
Radon is the second leading cause of lung
cancer. If the air indoors remains too moist,
look for sources of moisture that need to be
controlled. If that still does not solve the
problem, if a dehumidifier may help. If you use a
dehumidifier, make certain you clean it
regularly. Check with an air systems specialist
to see if your system needs improvements. Never
idle your car in an attached garage. The exhaust
can move into your home.
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What Are Some Challenges Triggered by Poor
Ventilation?
When not enough air circulates, pollution builds
up indoors. Sometimes efforts to make buildings
more energy efficient can backfire by not
allowing enough air to move, building up
pollution. Carbon monoxide can build up to
deadly levels indoors without proper ventilation,
but it is not the only risk. Concentrations of
radon, which can cause lung cancer, can increase
in homes with low ventilation. High humidity
outside can make indoor air more humid,
increasing the risk of moisture damage indoors,
such as mold growth or wood rot. Contact ACE
Group if youre interested in well-ventilated
luxury homes in Noida Expressway.
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