Be happy and healthy at home.
We don't always think of air quality when we think of our health, but that doesn't mean it's not important.
As far as home performance goes, there's a lot you can do to limit outdoor allergens and pollutants from getting in. For example, you can choose insulation materials that control unwanted air and moisture from leaking in through the building envelope. You can also ensure proper ventilation of gas appliances.
Give your home-health knowledge a check-up by comparing a high-performance home to a standard-built home.
Is a standard-built less healthy?
No alarmists here! A standard-built new home is not unhealthy. And it's likely to be healthier than an older home.
But a high-performance home has considered additional benefits. That said, you still control your indoor environment.