How Exposure to Contaminants Can Harm Your Health
Indoor air quality is paramount to maintaining a safe, healthy, and happy home or workplace. However, oftentimes the air in your property is contaminated with indoor pollutants, which may cause significant health implications. Common pollutants include mold, asbestos, VOCs, lead and CO2. If you suspect your indoor air quality has been compromised, contact Inch By Inch Inspections. Our team of certified air quality experts conduct asbestos inspections in Toronto, mold inspections in Toronto, and air quality inspections.
To learn more about how exposure to contaminants affects your health, read on.
The Effect of Indoor Mold
Mold is commonly found in kitchens, attics, bathrooms and basements. Mold infestations pop up due to poor air circulation, high humidity levels, and the presence of organic materials. When mold infests the home, it quickly impacts air quality. Allergenic mold produces allergens in the air, which may cause health effects like congestion, eye irritation, and sneezing. If the mold in your property is toxic black mold, the symptoms may be more severe. These symptoms include migraines, fatigue, depression, and skin irritation. If you notice any changes in your health or catch a whiff of the distinct odour, contact Inch By Inch Inspections for mold inspections in Toronto.
Mitigate Asbestos Exposure
Asbestos was widely used in building materials due to its fireproofing and heat-resistant properties. Asbestos is often found in pipe wrappings, tiles, insulation, drywall, and ducts. When asbestos is left untouched, it doesn’t generally pose a risk. However, when it is disturbed through activities like sawing, drilling, or demolition, the tiny asbestos fibres become airborne, affecting the air quality in your home and the health of everyone around you. Asbestos-related illnesses can include lung cancer, asbestosis, mesothelioma, and other respiratory issues. To avoid asbestos exposure, don’t conduct renovations without a Designated Substance Survey (DSS), and contact Inch By Inch Inspections for an asbestos inspection in Toronto.
Avoid Lead Exposure
Lead can be found in our homes primarily due to lead-based paint. The particles in lead-based paint can become airborne through paint flecks, chips, or sanding during renovations. These particles will pollute the air and may cause numerous negative health issues, such as high blood pressure, kidney disease, digestive problems, and nerve disorders. Over long-term exposure, people may face more severe symptoms, such as reproductive issues, memory loss, and joint pain.
Understand the Impact of VOCs
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are usually found in both indoor and outdoor air. VOCs may get into the air inside your home from building materials like glue and paint, household products, air fresheners, and cigarette smoke. With VOCs in the air, you may experience fatigue, nausea, dizziness, and throat irritation. If you notice a change in your health, contact Inch By Inch Inspections for an air quality inspection.
Manage CO2
CO2 has the potential to cause serious health implications even over a short period. Excessive amounts of CO2 in the air inside your home happen due to poor air circulation and the lack of fresh, outdoor air coming into your property. Symptoms related to CO2 exposure may include headaches, exhaustion, dizziness, and eye irritation.
Work With Inch By Inch Inspections
If you suspect that the air inside your home has been compromised by contaminants, contact Inch By Inch Inspections. Our team will analyze and sample the air to determine how to resolve the problem.
Contact Inch By Inch Inspections today.
Address: 6–6150 Hwy 7 suite 424, Woodbridge, Vaughan, ON L4H 0R6
Email: info@inchbyinchinspections.com
Phone: 416–568–9702
