Can Windows Improve Indoor Air Quality?

Windows can elevate the look of your home’s interior and exterior. They can flood your living space with sunshine, reducing your reliance on artificial light. Another thing windows can do is improve your indoor air quality. Read on to learn how. 

Eliminates Excess Humidity

Showering, cooking, running the dishwasher and other daily activities can generate moisture in your home. Without proper ventilation, humidity in your living space will increase. Mold growth can occur due to elevated humidity levels, which can risk your family’s health. If you have loved ones with allergies or asthma, mold is the last thing you want in your humble abode. 

Aside from using exhaust fans, you can also open windows to eradicate excess heat and moisture indoors. Operable window styles can encourage passive ventilation in your home. For instance, double-hung windows have top and bottom sashes that you can both open to keep your spaces from getting too humid. Casement and sliding windows are also excellent choices for improving airflow. An experienced window contractor will assess your space and recommend options that meet your needs.

Allows Fresh Air In and Lets Contaminants Out

Sufficient ventilation is vital in creating a healthy living environment for your family. It can aid in minimizing airborne contaminants in your home. Air pollutants can escape, and fresh air can enter through open windows.  

Reduced VOC Emissions

The material of your windows can influence your indoor air quality. At Renewal by Andersen® of Montana, our windows feature Fibrex® material. It contains at least 40% reclaimed wood fibers by weight. Fibrex windows can help reduce volatile organic compound emissions (VOCs), helping keep the air you breathe at home clean and safe.

Need new windows for your home? Make your investment last by working with a dependable window company. At Renewal by Andersen of Montana, we install high-quality replacement windows with comprehensive warranties. Call us at (406) 259-3944 or complete our online form for a free quote. We proudly serve homeowners in Billings and surrounding areas.