A Home Without Ventilation Will Become Unbearable in Time

More people are turning to subfloor ventilation to adequately ventilate their home. While most people know that a stuffy house can be highly unpleasant, few consider the major health risks that come with a poorly ventilated home.

This article covers the problems caused by living in a house without sufficient ventilation. It will also discuss the services offered by Zenith Ventilation, one of the most reliable companies providing subfloor ventilation in Sydney. 

What Causes Poor Ventilation?

The majority of us have experienced being in a room that has no windows or is overwhelmed with elements like smoke or steam. It can be uncomfortable to be in a poorly ventilated room and all homes are at risk of this. However, certain factors will greatly exacerbate poor levels of ventilation:

• Poorly built home: whether this is because of an inefficient floor plan or it’s simply a very old property, structural problems run a very high risk of poor ventilation
• Not opening windows often enough – especially if there are smokers in the home and/or strong household cleaners are used frequently
• Cold weather: can contrast with the heat of your home to generate condensation
  

The symptoms caused by poor ventilation will soon become unbearable if left untreated.

The Impact of Living in a Poorly Ventilated Home

Just like our own lungs, the home needs to “breathe” to function. Without access to enough clean air, there will be a build-up of pollutants and toxins within the household, which can lead to a myriad of symptoms.

• Low oxygen levels caused by a build-up of carbon dioxide – can induce drowsiness, breathing problems and severe headaches
• Allergies will be exacerbated by irritants in the air; including an irritated nose/throat/eyes and skin problems (eczema)
• Mould/mildew (caused by condensation) will carry its own health risks and be of particular risk to sufferers of asthma, COPD, etc.
• In more serious cases there can be a build-up of radon and other highly dangerous toxins, increasing the risk of cancer and nervous system damage.

The risks of a poorly ventilated home are particularly serious for those with existing lung conditions, as well as babies and the elderly. No matter what, though, good ventilation should be a priority for any homeowner.

Why Choose Subfloor Ventilation (and Why Zenith?)

Subfloor ventilation is one of the most effective ways to prevent mould within the home. With the use of extractor fans within the subfloor, the stale air indoors is replaced with clean, fresh air from outside the home.

Zenith Ventilation is one of the biggest names for subfloor ventilation in the Sydney area, although they will also travel further afield for specialised projects. Since business began they have installed thousands of subfloor ventilation systems with glowing reviews.

Zenith means “peak”, and they certainly live up to this name by working with premium-quality suppliers to build modern, efficient systems.

Initially, the Zenith team will do a detailed inspection of your property to determine which of their specialised ventilation systems will be most suited to your home. During the planning and installation process, they take pride in maintaining a friendly client relationship by providing frequent updates.

Once a subfloor ventilation system is installed, it will require minimal upkeep and attention; however, if there are any issues the Zenith team is on hand to help. They have extensive knowledge of all potential problems, and will quickly solve your issue professionally and efficiently.

Overall, it is vital to keep your home as well-ventilated as possible, and Zenith ventilation can help you do this. If you wish to start the process of installing your subfloor ventilation system, get in contact through our website.