Roanoke HVAC expert suggests best practices for home IAQ

ROANOKE, Va., Oct. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Trust Home Services, a leading HVAC and plumbing company serving southwest Virginia, urges homeowners to take measures to safeguard the health and comfort of their homes during National Indoor Air Quality Month in October.

Indoor air quality (IAQ) is an especially major concern in 2020 as many Americans continue to work from home and spend time indoors, putting increased pressure on HVAC systems to provide proper filtering, circulation and ventilation.

"While we're adapting to working and schooling from home, it's critical to understand that spending so much time in one place can contribute to an unhealthy and uncomfortable indoor environment," said Ted Puzio, owner of Southern Trust Home Services. "Without a properly functioning HVAC system to manage air flow, allergens, pollen and other irritants can accumulate. Poor IAQ also contributes to mold and bacteria in the home."

Tips for improving IAQ include:

• Make sure to use high-quality air filters, and change them frequently.
• Consider technology like irradiation, thermal cleansing, high-tech filters, ionized purification filters or ozone generators for optimal air flow and to combat airborne irritants.
• Replace an older HVAC with a new, more efficient system to ensure better filtration and more reliable operation while also reducing energy costs.
• Schedule a professional inspection to evaluate your current IAQ equipment and needs.

"The quality of your home environment is always important, but it's become an acute concern this year," Puzio said. "If you have any questions about your home's IAQ or the options available to fit your situation, consult an HVAC professional."

For more information, call Southern Trust Home Services at (540) 343-4348 or visit www.southerntrusthomeservices.com.

About Southern Trust Home Services
Founded in 1995 as Southern State Electric, Southern Trust Home Services provides residential plumbing, electrical HVAC services, drain cleaning and one day bath remodel services, including 24/7 emergency repairs, to homeowners in more than 60 cities throughout south west Virginia. Roanoke's first to offer a lifetime guarantee on all recommended repairs, Southern Trust Home Services staffs dedicated, certified, licensed and insured, drug and criminal background checked technicians who provide timely, same-day services for a variety of home repairs, installations, and maintenance. An A+ Better Business Bureau accredited company since 2006, Southern Trust Home Services has financing available including 0 percent for 18 months, and Lifetime Repair Guarantee on stated repairs. To find out more, call 540-343-4348 or visit www.southerntrusthomeservices.com.

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