These 5 dangerous pollutants in your home can only be effectively removed by a high-performance air exchanger: AirGreen’s expertise in Montreal
At AirGreen, recognized HVAC installation specialists serving Montreal, Laval, Longueuil, as well as the North Shore and South Shore, we frequently find homeowners unaware of certain highly toxic household pollutants. These invisible substances seriously compromise occupants' health. Here we detail the 5 major pollutants that only a properly configured air exchanger can completely eliminate, with concrete examples from our field experience.
Radon: a hidden radioactive gas present throughout Montreal and surrounding areas
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas—colorless and odorless—particularly found in basements of homes in Laval, Longueuil, Montreal, and nearby regions. Once inside your home, it significantly increases the risk of lung cancer.
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Problem: Poorly ventilated homes quickly accumulate dangerous levels of radon.
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AirGreen Solution: Installation of a high-performance air exchanger (e.g., Venmar AVS N Series), ensuring continuous and complete indoor air renewal, effectively diluting this toxic gas.
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs): chemical substances found everywhere in your home
Volatile Organic Compounds, present in paints, solvents, cleaning products, furniture, and flooring, pose serious respiratory health risks.
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Problem: Prolonged exposure to VOCs causes irritation, allergies, and chronic respiratory issues.
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AirGreen Solution: Our technicians optimize your air exchanger installation by precisely adjusting the renewal rate to ensure rapid and continuous dilution of VOCs.
Carbon monoxide: a deadly household pollutant if accumulated
Produced by incomplete combustion in gas or wood appliances, carbon monoxide (CO) is odorless, invisible, and potentially fatal at high concentrations.
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Problem: Insidious accumulation of CO in winter directly threatens occupants' lives.
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AirGreen Solution: During a recent installation of a Lifebreath MAX Series air exchanger in Longueuil, our team configured sufficient airflow to constantly renew indoor air, preventing any potential accumulation of CO.
Excess humidity: breeding ground for mold and bacteria
Excess humidity in homes promotes rapid growth of harmful molds and bacteria.
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Problem: Mold causes allergies, asthma, and severe respiratory problems, especially in Montreal where climatic variations amplify this issue.
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AirGreen Solution: Through precise installation and adjustment of a high-performance air exchanger, such as the Venmar AVS Solo 2.0 recently installed in Laval, our technicians ensure effective evacuation of excess humidity, preventing mold proliferation.
Fine particles (PM2.5): invisible enemies of your lung health
Generated by heating, cooking, or entering from urban pollution outside, these extremely fine particles penetrate deeply into the lungs.
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Problem: Long-term exposure to PM2.5 causes respiratory, cardiovascular, and chronic diseases.
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AirGreen Solution: Using HEPA filters on air exchangers, such as in our recent installation in Brossard (South Shore), effectively captures up to 99.97% of these fine particles, safeguarding your long-term health.
Case Study: Installation of a Venmar AVS X30 ERV ECM air exchanger in Montreal to effectively eliminate these pollutants
We recently installed a Venmar AVS X30 ERV ECM air exchanger for a client concerned about indoor air quality in Montreal. Specific challenges included:
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High radon levels in the basement.
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Elevated VOC concentrations due to recent renovations.
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Persistent humidity promoting mold growth.
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Concerning presence of fine particles.
Our technicians implemented the following actions:
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Installed the Venmar AVS X30 ERV ECM exchanger, known for very high energy efficiency and certified HEPA filters.
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Precisely adjusted incoming and outgoing airflow rates according to the home’s specific needs.
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Provided comprehensive homeowner training for regular maintenance and systematic replacement of high-efficiency filters.
Result: Following installation, independent tests showed a drastic reduction of measured pollutants, significantly enhancing occupants' quality of life.
Frequent mistakes to absolutely avoid with your air exchanger
Our field experience regularly highlights these common homeowner errors in Montreal, Laval, and elsewhere:
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Using low-quality or saturated filters.
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Neglecting precise airflow adjustment, thereby reducing pollutant removal efficiency.
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Ignoring the importance of regular maintenance by professional technicians.
Practical AirGreen advice: maximize your air exchanger’s anti-pollution effectiveness
To ensure optimal protection against these dangerous pollutants, here are our specific recommendations:
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Systematically replace your filters with certified HEPA or high-efficiency models.
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Schedule meticulous annual system maintenance by recognized specialists such as AirGreen’s team.
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Adjust airflow rates seasonally and based on specific room usage (kitchen, bathroom, etc.).
Why choose AirGreen for your HVAC installation in Montreal and surrounding areas?
At AirGreen, our reputation for excellence is built on rigorous and personalized professional interventions:
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Precise diagnosis of your home’s specific needs.
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Meticulous installation and optimized settings to effectively remove all household pollutants.
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Thorough follow-up and comprehensive user training ensuring long-term effectiveness.