Survey Reveals People Misinformed About IAQ Dangers in Homes
HARTFORD, Wis. — According to a national survey from Broan-NuTone and Kelton, nine in 10 homeowners realize poor IAQ can contribute to certain health issues, yet only one-quarter of Americans are worried about the air quality in their homes. Many homeowners are worried about bugs or insects (55 percent) or someone breaking in (50 percent), but few are concerned about less overt intruders like pet dander, dust mites, and organic compounds from cooking.
“We spend up to 90 percent of our time indoors; our home should be our sanctuary. Yet, too often homeowners overlook the warning signs of poor indoor air quality, attributing it instead to everything from asthma or the common cold,” said Dick Palmersheim, group vice president of marketing, Broan-NuTone. “Our goal is to provide quality ventilation products that improve the air we breathe while educating others on how to achieve a more comfortable, convenient living environment.”