How can I make my home healthier
General Opinion
Our criteria for a healthy home include the following possibilities:
- Locating areas of high toxicity and combustible materials such as the garage and other utility areas away from primary living spaces.
- Reductions in or ELIMINATION of chemicals such as formaldehyde, volatile organic compounds in adhesives, sealants and paints;
- Pesticides, fungicides and heavy metals through the use of non-toxic building materials and products.
- Mitigation of possible moulds and vermin by employing efficient use of building techniques and materials from the foundations to the roof.
- Utilization of passive airflow, daylighting, and fresh air exchange through proper placement of windows and doors to achieve cross ventilation.
The benefits are
- homes that are safer, more comfortable, and require less maintenance.
- A healthy home is also more energy efficient, and therefore incurs lower operating expense
- Probable increase in the occupants health and well being