Your Basement Air Quality Matters
Basements are versatile; they can serve as storage spaces, a wine cellar or entertain loved ones as recreation areas. However, no matter how you use your basement, you should consider its air quality.
What Affects Basement Air Quality?
Since they’re subterranean, basements have different concerns than ground-level rooms. The following can affect the quality of your basement’s air:
- Flooring
- Ventilation
- Moisture Control
Flooring may seem like a small decision when remodeling your basement, but it can have a significant impact on moisture control. Since basements are at a higher risk of flooding, you need flooring that doesn’t absorb moisture.
Of course, it’s also essential to control moisture as much as possible by preventing runoff from entering your basement. Our experts recommend a drain backflow preventer installed in your basement so that water flows only in one direction, and it will stop backflow water from entering your home. Additionally, this type of room needs good ventilation to keep water from accumulating in the air.
How Can You Test Your Basement Air Quality?
Poor air quality cannot easily be noticed, but there are a few signs you should look out for:
- Increased dust
- Health symptoms that won't go away
- Worsened asthma and allergy symptoms
If you suspect poor air quality, you can hire a professional to conduct a home air quality test.
How Can You Improve Your Air Quality?
When you construct or renovate your basement, there are plenty of ways to ensure good air quality:
- Replace weather stripping on doors and windows
- Lay down a moisture barrier beneath the flooring
You should also regularly replace your HVAC’s air filter. These filters keep dirt, pollution, and allergens from circulating through your home, but they fill up over time. If you notice poor basement air quality, you may need to replace the air filters more often.
Impericon Builders & Renovators is proud to help homeowners get the house they’ve always dreamed of. In order to get the job done right, we encourage everyone that is undertaking a construction project to get a city permit before work begins and adhering to municipal codes.
Our dedication to safety and top-tier work makes us an ideal business to work with. To learn how Impericon can help with your basement renovations and add value to your home, reach out to us today. We offer professional basement construction services for homeowners in the Greater Toronto Area.