Indoor Air Quality in Commercial Buildings: As Featured in FMJ Magazine
Did you know that the indoor air quality in commercial buildings can significantly influence health, productivity, and operational costs? At Aeroseal, we understand the critical importance of maintaining optimal indoor air quality. That’s why we offer proven solutions to tackle one of the most common yet overlooked problems—leaky ductwork. By sealing these leaks from the inside, we not only enhance ventilation efficiency but also significantly improve the indoor air quality in your commercial building.
Aeroseal’s Northeast Commercial Business Manager, Thomas Holmes, who has spent decades improving the ventilation and HVAC systems in commercial and multifamily buildings has written a must-read article, “Proactively Proactive: Strategies to Improve IAQ,” which delves into the critical importance of maintaining optimal indoor air quality (IAQ) and offers building owners and managers practical tips for how to do it. This piece is featured in the May/June 2024 issue of FMJ, the official magazine of the International Facility Management Association (IFMA).
Here are some key takeaways from the article:
Why IAQ Matters
Indoor air quality isn’t just about comfort—it’s about health. Poor IAQ can cause a range of health issues, from annoying headaches and allergic reactions to serious conditions like asthma and even heart disease. It’s something we simply can’t ignore, especially considering the lessons we’ve learned from the COVID-19 pandemic about the critical role of proper ventilation. Other reasons for taking your building’s IAQ seriously include:
Structural Soundness: Bad air quality isn’t just bad for people—it’s bad for buildings. It can lead to mold growth and material deterioration, which can be costly to fix.
Energy Efficiency: Proper ventilation helps in reducing energy consumption. Buildings with poor IAQ often have to run their HVAC systems more, leading to higher utility bills and more greenhouse gas emissions.
The article also outlines seven essential strategies for improving IAQ, including regular inspections of the building envelope, maintaining balanced HVAC pressure, controlling temperature and humidity, monitoring carbon dioxide levels, conducting regular building inspections and audits, using safe products and renovation practices, and performing regular HVAC maintenance.
We invite you to read the full article in FMJ here and explore how you can implement practical and effective strategies in your commercial building. For more information about our services and how we can help improve your building’s IAQ, contact our team of experts.
By addressing IAQ proactively, we can ensure healthier, safer, and more efficient commercial buildings.
