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Most people spend 60% to 90% of their time indoors.
(American Lung Association) |
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50% of all illnesses are caused by, or
aggravated by, polluted air." (American College of Allergists).
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Indoor air pollution can be 100 times greater than
outdoor pollution (United States Environmental Protection Agency). |
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More than 50 million Americans suffer from allergies |
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The average six-room house collects 40
pounds of dust each year." (Discover Magazine)
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Exposure to house-dust mites in early childhood
has been linked to developing asthma in children who have at least
one parent with allergies. (USA Today-Thursday, August 23, 1990). |
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Children and the elderly are especially affected
by polluted indoor air. (Department of Consumer Affairs) |
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Studies have shown that two out of three indoor
air quality problems involve the HVAC System. |
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Typical fiberglass furnace filters are
less than 7% efficient (ASHRAE)
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