1. 8.01 Air Quality in the Home

2. Air Purifiers Reduces indoor pollution such as dust, mold, bacteria, and any other pollutants

3. Air Filters Used in furnaces and intake areas for removing dust from air or impurities from tobacco smoke and all other impurities. Should be changed at least every 30 days. Helps heating/air systems run more efficiently

4. Carbon Monoxide Detectors Inexpensive monitor that is used to detect levels of a colorless, odorless gas produced by the incomplete burning of fossil fuels (natural gas, wood, propane, gasoline). Sounds an alarm when low levels of the gas are detected

5. Carbon Monoxide cont’d… Most local building codes require all new homes to have a detector and some cities require one for all homes regardless of age of home

6. Radon Radioactive gas that occurs naturally in some types of soil and rock. Can seep into home through cracks in foundation. Home tests are available to check for high levels of radon. Linked to lung cancer and other breathing ailments

7. Asbestos Flame-retardant mineral substance found in homes and buildings constructed before 1978. Becomes a major problem when asbestos starts to crumble or is damaged Linked to lung cancer Asbestos Fiber

8. Lead Found in water pipes in homes built before 1988 and in paint in homes built before 1970. Can cause developmental and behavioral problems for children. Contact local health dept. if there is a possibility of lead in home.

9. Humidifier Adds moisture into air of home, especially in dry areas of the country. Static electricity, split wood floors and furniture are SURE signs that home is too dry.

10. Dehumidifier Appliance that removes excess moisture from the air as well as mildew, molds, rust, musty odors. Generally NOT needed if there is an air conditioner in home (removes moisture as well as heat )