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FREE landlord softwareLandlords across the UK can now have their properties’ indoor air quality tested, as EnviroVent, one of the UK’s leading ventilation manufacturers, has partnered with social enterprise Airtopia to offer quick and easy Home Health checks.
Sources of indoor air pollution are all around us, but invisible. The unique Airtopia test will, for the first time, give landlords a detailed report and recommendations that relate to their own property.
Many people do not realise that poor indoor air quality may be the reason for a variety of health problems, ranging from respiratory conditions, such as asthma, sore throats, bronchitis, skin rashes and irritation, allergies, red eyes, headaches, running nose and nasal congestion. Long-term exposure to toxins in the home has even been linked to diabetes, dementia, tachycardia and an increased risk of cancers.
The Airtopia Home Health Check, available through EnviroVent, is an in-depth Indoor Air Quality assessment and questionnaire that can determine for sure whether a home has a problem. It only takes 90 minutes for an EnviroVent specialist to carry out the test. The results are then analysed in detail in the Airtopia laboratory.
The analyst will test for:
- Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) – the test reveals the overall levels of airborne chemicals, breaking them down into 16 individual contaminants with results and recommendations for each of them.
- Temperature, Moisture & Humidity – it tests the amount of water vapour in the air, which contributes to condensation, alongside levels of thermal comfort around the home.
- Carbon Dioxide – a gas naturally found in the atmosphere but is undesirable at higher levels.
- Formaldehyde – a colourless pungent gas used in building materials and many household products.
- Microbial Volatile Organic Compounds – which actively grow mould.
Rebecca McLean, Marketing and Product Director, at EnviroVent, said: “The Home Health checks are an ideal tool for landlords to demonstrate any indoor air quality issues in their properties. Having an indoor air quality test means that you are made fully aware of any contaminants, toxins and excess moisture and then can deal with them in an appropriate manner. The best way to improve or maintain good indoor air quality is to have a reliable ventilation system in the home.”
For private and social landlords, EnviroVent has its own specialist team who will survey, recommend and then install the product into an existing or new property.
EnviroVent offers a range of extract fans, Positive Input Ventilation (PIV), Mechanical Extract Ventilation (MEV), and Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) solutions for the new build and refurbishment sectors. Its award-winning products are UK manufactured and can be installed by EnviroVent’s own dedicated team of nationwide installation engineers, who also provide after-sales support.
EnviroVent & Airtopia’s Home Health Check, including detailed laboratory tests and a bespoke report, costs £299. To book a Home Health Check call 0345 2727807 or visit envirovent.com/healthcheck.
For more details about Airtopia and indoor air quality, please visit www.airtopia.co.uk
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Testing air quality in rental properties is a crucial step to ensure a healthy living environment, especially for long-term tenants. I've seen how poor air quality can affect not just comfort but also health. One way to maintain good air quality is by integrating smart AC controllers into your HVAC system. These controllers, like those from Sensibo, allow you to monitor and adjust air conditions remotely, making sure that tenants are always breathing clean air. It’s also helpful for landlords to stay proactive about maintenance, as regular checks and smart technology can really make a difference in keeping the property safe and comfortable.
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