LIFESTYLE

Issues that affect Indoor Air Quality include:

 Chemical Contaminants

  • Do not use pesticides; use traps or baits and seal entry points
  • Discard harsh chemical cleaners and avoid air fresheners & deodorizers
  • Paints, lacquers, solvents should not be stored inside the house
  • Do not use ozone generators

    Pets

  • If suffering from asthma/hypersensitivity, you may need to find another home for your pets or house them outdoors

    Smoking

  • quite simply, stop smoking

    Household Items

  • Candles and oil lamps are a source of respirable particles and soot - minimize their use
  • Persuade family members to be perfume-free

    To find a professional who can help you, Canada Mortgage & Housing Corp. (CMHC) provides names of individuals who have taken CMHC's Residential Indoor Air Quality Investigator Training Program. For more information (and to confirm CanInspect's status), call CMHC at: 604-731-5733 or CONTACT Us.