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indoor air quality, energy smart home improvement, PA

At Energy Smart Home Improvement, we know that indoor air quality (IAQ) has a major influence on the overall health of your home. We make it our business to understand how all of the systems within your home work together to improve that IAQ. We offer comprehensive IAQ testing using specialized air monitoring equipment to help you assess your home’s air and diagnose what is causing the problem.

DO YOU KNOW WHAT’S IN THE AIR YOU’RE BREATHING?

In the American Lung Association’s most recent ‘State of the Air’ report card, the Lebanon metro area ranks among the top 25 worst cities for pollution. The Lancaster metro area comes in at #24 on the list of cities most polluted by short-term particle pollution list, and other areas like Camp Hill, Millersburg, Greencastle, and Schlusser suffer from some of the same air.

Many homeowners here in the Central PA region assume that the air inside their homes is healthier than the air outside. But did you know that indoor air can contain two to five times more pollutants than outdoor air? This is because homes often have issues which contribute to poor indoor air quality — such as excessive moisture, mold growth, air leakage, faulty HVAC equipment, and harmful household chemicals.

THE DANGERS OF POOR INDOOR AIR QUALITY

Poor indoor air quality can do more damage than you might think, harming not only your home but also the health of you and your family. Excess moisture, for example, can lead to recurring mold growth, which triggers allergy and asthma symptoms like coughing, sneezing, headache, dizziness, sinus irritation, and fatigue. Airborne allergens like dust and pollen can cause similar symptoms, which can mimic the feeling of fall allergies. 

Then there are invisible, yet dangerous, substances like radon and carbon monoxide. Radon is a colorless and odorless radioactive gas which can enter the home through cracks in the foundation. After periods of long exposure, it can increase your risk of lung cancer. Carbon monoxide, meanwhile, is lethal in high concentrations and is a natural byproduct of any combustion, like in furnaces and cooking appliances.

ASSESS YOUR INDOOR AIR WITH COMPREHENSIVE IAQ TESTING

The best way to find out if harmful allergens, gasses, and chemicals are lurking in your South Central Pennsylvania home is to schedule indoor air quality testing with Energy Smart Home Improvement. Our IAQ testing service includes both an in-depth visual inspection as well as diagnostic testing using a specialized air testing monitor.

We’ll look for airborne contaminants and pollutants such as:

  • CARBON MONOXIDE
  • DUST, POLLEN, AND SMOKE
  • MOLD AND MOISTURE
  • EXCESS HUMIDITY

WHAT ARE THE LONG TERM POOR IAQ SOLUTIONS?

In order to solve indoor air quality problems for good in a home, it will require sealing the home off from any air leaks, and then ensuring there is proper filtration or ventilation to recycle contaminated air out with cleaner, fresher air. At Energy Smart Home Improvement, we often prescribe a combination of the following improvements, depending on the needs of the building and of the occupants:

  • Air sealing to stop outside pollutants from infiltrating 
  • Crawlspace encapsulation to reduce humidity and stop mold growth
  • Attic insulation to stabilize temperatures and reduce indoor drafts
  • Effective fine particle air filtration to remove contaminants already in your home air

Want to go even further in improving the health of your home in Carlisle, Lancaster, York, Gettysburg, Mechanicsburg, or Dillsburg, PA? Our IAQ testing services pair excellently with our home assesments which assess overall energy efficiency and pinpoint issues like air leakage and missing insulation.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE HEALTH OF YOUR HOME. CONTACT US OR CALL 717.921.4031 TO BOOK INDOOR AIR QUALITY TESTING WITH AN ENERGY SMART HOME IMPROVEMENT IAQ EXPERT.

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Testimonials

  • Andrew, Eric, and Bryant were all gentlemen. They were a delight to work with. Even Jon was nice. 

  • Owner was first contact - work to be completed was fully explained - pricing was very good. Work was completed quickly with no issues.

  • My wife and I purchased a leaky and minimally insulated older home and knew we needed to upgrade our insulation and have some air-sealing done.

  • I had my home insulated by Energy Smart and noticed a big difference, GREAT JOB!!!!

  • Thanks so much. We are VERY pleased!

    Fred W., Carlisle, PA
  • Good job!

    Ron E., Hummelstown, PA
  • Your staff is very friendly and professional in their work. Pleasure to deal with everyone and Energy Smart. Good job!

    Dennis H., York, PA
  • Very pleased with your company and your people.

    Barry M., Harrisburg, PA
  • We had an audit, attic air sealing, and additional blown-in insulation installed in the attic. Jon, the owner of the company performed the audit. Very thorough and passionate about the work. The two workers who installed the air sealing and insulation were very professional and timely.

    John S., Carlisle, PA
  • We had air sealing and attic insulation and air sealing in basement. The work was completed in one day and all went well.

    Dave K., Carlisle, PA
  • So far, we are very happy with the project. By the way, Bryant and Erik are excellent representatives of your company. They are both gentlemen!

    Don N., Landisville, PA
  • Energy Smart brought insulation amount up to standards in attic crawl space where heat pump is located. They also took care of sealing vents, moisture issues and other necessary work to make house more energy efficient and reduce chance of rot.

    Doris W., Palmyra, PA
  • This whole process was so smooth. Jon was so great to answer questions when he came to do an estimate. Rachel has been extremely helpful with scheduling, rebates, and everything in between. The gentlemen that completed the installation were courteous, efficient, and performed quality work.

    Daniel S., Camp Hill, PA
  • Looking forward to lower heating & cooling bills in the months ahead! Thanks for a good job. Bryant and James did very well. Very professional.

    Lester P., Boiling Springs, PA
  • We were very well pleased with the work. From Jon the owner and Rachel the office staff were very professional. The workers were great . Very hard workers and the with the heat in the attic it had to be a hard job to do.

    John C., Harrisburg, PA
  • Local company. Owner came and discussed his estimate. Workers were excellent, leaving the place cleaner than before. Good work ethic by employees and professional work. Couldn't be happier!

    Jack C., Dillsburg, PA
  • Jon the owner came personally to provide job estimate and was confident the insulation install would solve our present issues. The Techs were on time and professional. They ensured minimal disruption and cleaned afterwards.

    Ana N., Mechanicsburg, PA
  • I appreciate the workers explaining what they were doing. It helped to understand why this work is so important!

    Jim H., Fayetteville, PA
  • We were very pleased with everyone from the company from the owner on down. They were knowledgeable, professional and courteous. I'm sure our utility bills will reflect the difference.

    Mary C., Harrisburg, PA
  • Project:  Cantilever, Porch, and Window Air Sealing Hey Rachel! Thanks for the great work you guys did yesterday! I'm looking forward to having the upstairs 2 bedrooms a lot more comfortable and energy efficient, especially in the winter. 

    Paul B., Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Project:  Attic Air Sealing & Insulating "The crew that performed the work were courteous, well-spoken, and proceeded to their work without delay. They explained each step of the project and invited us to inspect the results.  We were made to feel comfortable with the job that was done."

    Bill & Judi L., New Bloomfield, PA
  • Project:  Energy Audit I did a Google search to find a local reputable company to perform a home energy audit. Choosing Energy Smart was with out question the correct choice.

    Tom K., Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Project: Attic Insulation Removal & Disposal, Air Sealing, & Insulating Very nice, efficient, responsive company to work with. Will recommend them to others.

    Joanna R., Camp Hill, PA
  • Project: Attic Insulation Removal & Disposal, Air Sealing, & Insulating Very nice, efficient, responsive company to work with. Will recommend them to others.

    Joanna R., Camp Hill, PA
  • Andrew was a real pleasure yesterday. He left the basement in such good shape, it's hard to tell if anything was done (just kidding, of course). Thanks to [your team] for making this year long nightmare a simple process. We will definitely recommend your company to all of our friends. Dottie

  • My 5 star rating so far is based only on the first level of doing business with the contractor who performed the audit very informatively and efficiently. I expect that the follow up report will be very comprehensive and informative and I will comment after our next meeting.

    Russ C., Palmyra, PA
  • Workers were great - professional & friendly. Thank you!

  • This was one of the most professionally and thoroughly prepared and executed home projects I ever experienced. I was given full explanation and reasoning for the project up front, including the energy efficiency audits before and after, as well as ongoing explanation during the actual work.

  • The men were very kind and did a great job explaining the job if I had questions. We were very pleased! 

  • Men were knowledgeable and friendly. 

  • Everyone I met and spoke with was very pleasant and professional. We are also thrilled to see a 27% improvement in our energy efficiency. Thank you all!

  • Everyone on the staff was professional and friendly!

  • The two guys on the job were more than excellent. Everything went so smoothly. I couldn't ask for anything better. 

  • Efficient job. took great care in protecting flooring and furniture. Took time to review what services were done. Polite, personable installers & they tolerated my dogs which is a big plus!! Looking forward to the fruits of their labor (i.e. lower utility bills!)

  • Please let us know if there are energy rebates available. Thanks for your promptness in meeting our need and working into our schedule. 

  • Erik & Bryan were amazing. Professional, courteous, and  offered to follow up with future questions. Couldn't be more appreciative.

  • Just an FYI. The guys were here this morning and did a great job. Very professional. Cleaned up everything. Couldn’t be more pleased. You run a good business! Thanks!!

  • I want to pass along to the Boss that the workers you sent out to my job (Eric & Brandon) did a great job and were a pleasure to deal with! We were very pleased with their work and them over all.

  • Everything was perfect. 

  • I appreciate the process of evaluation and options listed in benefit order. It makes decisions much easier and better. 

  • The job was done well and quickly. Since my lines only freeze in the winter, only time will tell if the project was successful. Fingers crossed and thank you!

  • Project: Test Indoor Air Quality

    Very up front and professional..easy to work with. The workers were polite and explained things well. I felt very comfortable with this contractor and not intimidated as others tend to do.

    Tonya N., Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Very friendly, professional staff - highly recommend!

    Morgan & Nathan R., Harrisburg, PA
  • Great Job. The crew did a great job. Answered all questions, addressed any concerns. 

    Dave L., Myerstown
  • Bill was very professional and straightforward. I forgot to make barriers to keep the insulation contained and was surprised to see that they took the extra time to put them up. We noticed an immediate difference in the comfort of the rooms under that attic space. Thank you!

    Jan Z., Dillsburg
  • The crew was courteous and kept us informed of their progress throughout the project!

    Russell & Stella K., Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Wonderful experience. The initial consultation was extremely thorough and well explained. The work was done quickly and professionally.

  • I received many other quotes and no one else proposed using rebates. By using those available rebates, it made the job affordable! Thanks!

    Dennis S., Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Everyone from the quoting process, scheduling, and installation were polite knowledgeable, and great to work with!

    Mindi Y., Lewisburg, PA
  • Very prompt service, good quality workmanship

    Regina W, Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Thorough, Consistent, and Honest! Thank you!

    Cappel, Camp Hill, PA
  • We are very pleased as we could notice an immediate improvement in the lack of heat loss in our home. Would Definitely recommend others get this done in their homes!

    William Stum, Landisburg, PA
  • We just wanted to thank you and your team for your recent service. We opted for "the works" – Soffit Baffles, Attic Air Sealing and Attic Insulating. Your field workers completed all of the work in about 3.5 hours; much sooner than anticipated by us.

    Mr. and Mrs. Randal Rhoades, Mechanicsburg, PA