Services - Indoor Air Survey
At HealthyAir, we help our customers get a better
understanding of the pollutants
currently
in the home. We test for specific types of pollutants, particulate
size, and design the appropriate solution. Every home has a unique
situation and the key to optimum air quality is finding the correct
solution for each individual home. An Indoor Air Survey will
provide
the
information
you need to make an educated buying decision.
The Survey Information Gathered:
Particulate count
at .3 and 5 microns
Particulate concentration
by size
Relative humidity
throughout the home and unconditioned areas
Location and level
of visible mold contamination
Leaky
duct work contributing to the indoor air pollution
Detection of Carbon
Monoxide
Testing Equipment:
ParticleScan®
Amprobe
Fluke
TIF
ParticleScan®
 The
ParticleScan Pro was specifically developed for taking
measurements in
normal indoor environments. The unit draws 0.01 asp
(cubic feet
per minute) of
air through the device, which is ten times slower
than other conventional particle counters. Then, using
laser
technology, the ParticleScan measures the particle
concentrations in the ambient air.
The ParticleScan Pro doesn't
only count particles in a fixed measuring range.
It also features advanced
size discrimination technology whereby each particle
is individually counted and sized. The display panel
allows you to view particle counts either in cumulative
mode or differential mode.
So why do particle sizes
matter? It
matters because your body is designed to filter
out particulates greater than 10 microns through
normal breathing. You may cough and sneeze because
these allergens are irritating your eyes, nose
and throat, but your body is working to rid itself
of these foreign particles. However, particulates
smaller than 10 microns, especially those under
5 microns,
are able to get past your natural defenses and
can do damage to your heart and lungs. To create
the optimum breathing environment, it is important
to start by identifying the types of particulates
are in your air.
The ParticleScan Pro can identify single particles,
making it far more sensitive than photometers, which
identify only particle clouds. The ParticleScan updates
the particulate reading every six seconds. This quick
rate of data will allow you to locate and isolate sources
of particulate matter.
Amprobe Meter
The Amprobe Meter is designed to measure the ambient
air temperature and humidity level.
 This
device will accurately measure within ± 1° temperatures
from -4° to 122° F.
The relative humidity is measured from 0% to 100%.
When testing indoor air quality,
the temperature and humidity are critical when determining
the presences
of molds and dust mites. Molds and dust mites are
not air borne and cannot be abated through a filtration
system. The only known method to rid your home of
these allergens is through humidity control. Mold
spores, which can be airborne, will be detected
with the use of the ParticleScan Meter.
Fluke
The Fluke-220 Carbon Monoxide meter quickly and
accurately measures the CO (carbon monoxide) in
your home.
 Using
the newest generation of electrochemical sensors,
the CO-220 responds very
quickly to ambient changes in carbon monoxide concentration
within the home.
Carbon monoxide is produced when fuel is not burned
efficiently. At low concentrations, some of the
effects of CO exposure are fatigue in healthy people
and chest pain in people with heart disease. At
higher concentrations, CO exposure can lead to
impaired vision and coordination; headaches; dizziness;
confusion; nausea. CO exposure can cause flu-like
symptoms that clear up after leaving home. CO is
fatal at very high concentrations.
TIF-8800
The TIF-8800 uncovers
gas leaks in the range of 50-1,000 ppm in gas
lines and appliances.
 This
unit also detects other VOCs
such as hydrocarbons, halogenated hydrocarbons,
alcohol's ethers, ketones and other compounds
and chemicals. Exposure to VOCs
can cause eye, nose, and throat irritation; headaches,
loss of coordination, nausea; damage to liver,
kidney, and central nervous system. Some organics
can cause cancer in animals; some are suspected
or known to cause cancer in humans.
Whether your home is less than
1 year old or over 100 years old, you most likely
have an indoor air pollution concentration higher
than that outdoors. The more time spent in a
polluted indoor environment increases the chances
of developing respiratory problems. The very
young, elderly, those suffering from allergies
or asthma, and the immunocompromised are at greater
risk.
For an Air Purification system
designed to meet your home's unique needs, call HealthyAir,
the right choice.
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