Let’s try something. Take a deep breath right now. Feels normal, right? But here’s what you don’t know…
That breath you just took might contain five times more pollutants than if you’d taken it outside.
Surprised? Most homeowners are.
Think about your morning. You wake up, maybe feeling a bit tired. Your allergies are acting up again. That headache is back. You might blame it on stress, lack of sleep, or the changing seasons. But what if I told you the culprit was floating right in front of you?
Here’s something to consider
Let’s do some quick math. In a typical day, you’ll take around 20,000 breaths. Now, since most of us spend about 90% of our time indoors, that’s 18,000 breaths of indoor air. Every. Single. Day. Suddenly, the quality of that air seems a lot more important, doesn’t it?
The invisible system that affects everything
Your home’s air is like an ecosystem. Just as a fish can’t thrive in polluted water, your family can’t thrive in polluted air. The Environmental Protection Agency isn’t exaggerating when they rank indoor air pollution among America’s top five health concerns. But here’s the thing – unlike that fish, you can’t see when your air is polluted.
When your system is working properly, it filters out contaminants, manages humidity, and keeps your air fresh. When it’s not… well, that’s when those mysterious headaches, unexplained fatigue, and persistent allergies start making more sense.
The real cost of ignoring your air quality
Here’s what most people don’t realize: poor air quality isn’t just a health issue – it’s hitting your wallet too. When your system is fighting against dirty air, it’s like running a marathon with a chest cold. It’s working harder, using more energy, and wearing out faster. Those higher energy bills? That might be your air quality talking.
Taking control of your air
You wouldn’t drink dirty water. You wouldn’t eat spoiled food. So why breathe dirty air? At Gilman, we’ve spent over a century helping Virginia families breathe easier. Our advanced air purification systems don’t just filter your air – they transform it.
Ready to breathe easier?
Don’t wait until those small health issues become big ones. Contact Gilman today for a complete indoor air quality assessment. Because when it comes to your family’s health, every breath matters.
Remember: Your home should be your sanctuary, not a source of health problems. Let Virginia’s most trusted name in home comfort help you make every breath count.
Get started today by scheduling your maintenance appointment. Call us at 804-207-3881 or book an appointment!