Productivity and Employee Satisfaction Soar with Easier Breathing 

The air inside a workplace has a bigger impact on employees than many realize. Poor indoor air quality (IAQ) can lead to fatigue, headaches, and reduced focus—hindering both productivity and overall job satisfaction. The culprit? Tiny airborne particles that originate both indoors and outdoors, circulating through ventilation systems and into the lungs of everyone in the building.

From manufacturing and mining to farming, power plants, and vehicle exhaust, outdoor pollutants make their way inside, mixing with indoor contaminants. Without proper air quality management, these invisible intruders can create an unhealthy work environment.

In this article, we’ll explore how improving IAQ can lead to healthier employees, better performance, and a more comfortable workspace. 

There are many contaminants that originate inside the building, too, including: 

  • Carpeting glues and cements from other flooring 
  • Paints and other wall treatments   
  • Cleaning products 
  • Air fresheners and fragrances 
  • Office equipment 
  • Dust and debris from construction and remodeling projects  
  • Hazardous materials like asbestos or lead 

Effects of Contaminated Indoor Workplace Air  

Stale air with various pollutants can contribute to workers suffering from upper respiratory irritation and headaches. In some cases, infections, chronic lung diseases such as asthma, and even cancer can be linked to contaminated air, according to the American Lung Association  (ALA). The Occupational Safety and Health Association (OSHA) also emphasizes the connection between poor IAQ and a range of symptoms reducing both quality and quantity of worker output. Poor IAQ can discourage workers from being their most productive when on site and contribute to absenteeism as they attempt to recover at home from the effects of poor-quality indoor air. 

Ways Workplaces Can Improve IAQ 

If less invasive strategies like air purifiers are inadequate, schedule an assessment with a local and reputable commercial air duct and HVAC system cleaning contractor certified by the National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA), such as AdvantaClean. Inspection by borescope (remote real-time camera) of the hidden workings of your commercial ventilation system can uncover excessive dust, dirt, debris, and various pathogens and hazardous substances that taint the air. Heating and cooling equipment inside the air ducts can also need cleaning and maintenance, with the welcome result of fresher, cleaner air circulation.  

Professional source cleaning of the ventilation system in your commercial building can significantly improve indoor air quality. Furthermore, if technicians discover the presence of hazardous materials during the inspection and cleaning, the experts help make arrangements for research-based and effective remediation protocols to remove the offending toxic residues safely.  

Improve IAQ for Remote Working Scenarios 

If you or others in your family are among the legions of people working from home, indoor air quality is still a concern. If the air quality in your home or workplace is compromised, you risk more exposure to irritants and pathogens that can potentially inflict discomfort, making improvement of IAQ more critical. Consider scheduling air duct cleaning to help ensure healthier air in your home. 

Improving IAQ in your commercial space or work-from-home space has far-reaching benefits. It can result in potentially healthier, happier, and more productive employees, which translates to economic improvement to your company’s bottom line. Partner with experienced and certified air duct and HVAC cleaning technicians from AdvantaClean to achieve optimum IAQ. 

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