Chicago Restoration Company Offers Over 55% Off Air Duct Cleaning Service
Skokie, IL (PRWEB) December 14, 2010
Sometimes it seems that everyone comes down with more colds or just general malaise during the winter holidays. In general it is thought to be just a fact of life in the winter, but there could be more to that assertion than many people realize. There are several things that can be done to keep homes and offices healthier while it’s cold outside, including moisture control, better ventilation, and making sure air ducts are clean. Air duct cleaning may help reduce the chances of exposure to dangerous airborne particles, and through January 15, 2011Chicago Duct and Carpet Cleaners is offering a significant discount on this service.
Heres the main thing thats different now than during the warmer weather: For the most part, the windows are always closed. That means at home, in places of business, and the schools where kids spend a big part of every day.
When people spend time in closed environments in which air is continually recirculated, the potential to inhale unhealthy airborne particulates increases. One of the primary culprits? Mold.
The Mayo Clinic published a study reporting that 93% of all sinusitis is caused by breathing airborne particles of mold (http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/14692.php). There are certain types of mold which trigger more active immune responses, and sensitivity level varies person to person. Regardless of the varied sensitivity, they found that chronic rhinosinusitis costs $ 5.6 billion annually, including $ 70 million in lost work days.
Common treatments for less serious cases of mold-induced rhinosinusitis include nasal irrigation and oral antifungal medications. Some people who have a higher sensitivity to airborne mold particles can experience some or all of the following symptoms: Irritated eyes, nose and throat; skin conditions/rashes; coughing and wheezing; dizziness; flu-like symptoms; and in extreme cases bronchitis, learning disabilities, chronic fatigue, even arthritis complications and heart problems (see http://www.mold-help.org).
Reducing or eliminating the airborne toxins released by mold otherwise known as mycotoxins may have a positive impact on health by improving overall indoor air quality. There are several ways you can go about this:
