Ways Dirty Carpets Impede Breathing
The American Lung Association, in its report, has stated that over 141 million Americans breathe in unhealthy air. When we think about poor air quality, our mind instantly jumps to global deteriorating environmental conditions. While that may be one huge factor, research shows that poor indoor air quality also plays a role in causing respiratory issues.
You may be thinking, what does that have to do with carpets? Carpets are composed of long fibers that provide the perfect place for allergens to hide. Pollutants like mold, dust, bacteria, fungi, and other residue get trapped between the carpet layers. No matter how thoroughly you vacuum, these pollutants can only be adequately removed with regular professional cleaning.
Decreased indoor air quality
The indoors is where we spent the majority of our time. We dedicate our time and resources to brightening it up. Adding that lush carpeting, bringing in that new rug to warm up the place. We don’t realize that carpets trap many pollutants deep into their fibers and pose serious health hazards.
Often carpeting is padded with adhesive glue containing harmful chemicals that could strongly react
Respiratory issues
Dirty carpets act as breeding grounds for harmful organisms. As a result, the surrounding air becomes toxic and leads to a stuffy nose, coughing, sneezing, and general irritation.
1. Allergies
Allergies can be triggered for a variety of reasons. If you are frequently experiencing allergies, it might be time to look under that carpet.
Dust mites and mold buildup under the carpet are one of the leading causes of allergies. They inflame the lungs and irritates the nose resulting in a runny nose and continuous sneezing.
2. Asthma
For people suffering from asthma, dirty carpets can cause severe health problems. Carpets attract organisms like microbes which increase the risk of having an asthma attack. As carpets become dirtier and worn over time, they are more likely to dampen and hold moisture which causes an asthmatic reaction.
Spring cleaning might not be enough to get those harmful pollutants out of your indoor environment. If you require professional help, contact our team at Queenan Cleaning Services at 610-272-3116. We specialize in disinfecting service in Blue Bell and offer the best commercial cleaning service in Norristown.
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