What is Sick Building Syndrome (SBS), According to the NIH?
What is Sick Building Syndrome (SBS), According to the NIH?
Sick Building Syndrome (SBS) describes a situation where building occupants suffer from acute health or comfort-related symptoms that appear to be directly associated with the time spent inside the building. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) notes that these symptoms often lack a specific illness diagnosis but are linked to environmental factors within the building, such as poor air quality, inadequate ventilation, or contaminants.
At Hyper Clean Duct Cleaning (HCDC), we frequently work with facility managers and building owners to address SBS-related issues. In many cases, SBS symptoms among occupants prompt immediate action to identify and mitigate the root causes. Check out our recent commercial project’s before-and-after photos, where occupants had been experiencing discomfort due to airflow issues. These improvements reveal why regular duct cleaning and ventilation checks are essential for healthy building environments.
Why is Duct Cleaning Important for Building Health?
When ducts are not maintained, contaminants like dust, mold, and pollutants can build up, contributing to poor air quality that may result in SBS. Professional cleaning, using NADCA-compliant techniques without brushes, clears ducts thoroughly and prevents buildup, promoting healthier, more comfortable spaces.
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