A trip to the coastline may be no more than a few hours' drive. Being close to the coast is a blessing, but when storms roll in, coastal flooding can weigh heavy on your community, even if you live inland. Floodwaters can negatively impact the air in your home. Not only can damp areas created by floodwaters carry mold, but these waters can even contain bacteria and other chemicals that can linger in your indoor air. Even after cleaning up, you may find harmful substances (including carbon monoxide, lead, asbestos, and even chemicals from the cleaning products you're using) in your air affecting your health.

"Scientists predict that as global temperatures warm, coastal storms will become more intense, with higher wind speeds and heavier rains over the course of the 21st century." – CDC

Mold can grow rapidly in buildings where water has entered, creating Indoor Air Quality issues. Running an AprilAire dehumidifier can help keep the area’s humidity between 40-60%, reducing the ability for mold to grow in your home. Damp indoor environments can also pollute the air we breathe, causing allergy and asthma symptoms. An AprilAire whole-home air purifier can lessen your exposure to harmful indoor air pollution by decreasing stagnant air in your home. Speaking of stagnant air, let an AprilAire ventilation system get out that ‘bad’ air, bring in Healthy Air instead, and lessen your home’s indoor air pollution. Find a Healthy Air Professional in the Northeast today.