Indoor Air Quality, Moisture, and HVAC: What Oklahoma Homeowners Need to Know | Ep 53

If you’ve ever thought, “My house just doesn’t feel right… but I can’t put my finger on why,” this episode is for you.Indoor air quality isn’t just about temperature or filters, it’s about how your home breathes. And in Oklahoma, where we live in our air conditioning for months at a time, that matters more than most people realize.In this episode, I’m joined by Tulsa-area HVAC and indoor air quality specialist Mike Guillen, founder of HOPE Heating and Cooling, for a real-world conversation about how HVAC systems affect comfort, moisture, energy use, and long-term home health.This is a building science, down to earth systems conversation touching on airflow, humidity, pressure, ventilation, and maintenance...and how mold often shows up as a signal when something upstream isn’t working the way it should.We talk about the things homeowners usually notice first (stuffy air, uneven temps, humidity, high energy bills), why those are early warning signs, and what actually moves the needle before anyone starts buying gadgets.If you own a home  — especially in Oklahoma, or an older home, a newer “tight” build, or anything in between — this episode will help you understand what’s happening behind the walls and when it’s time to ask better questions.Resources mentioned in this episode: HOPE Heating and Cooling  PSO (Public Service Company of Oklahoma) – Home Energy Audit Program  Awair Indoor Air Quality Monitor Your home should help you heal—not hold you back. If you’re ready to explore how your environment could be impacting your energy, mood, sleep, and overall wellness, you’re in the right place. The Health Starts at Home Podcast is here to help you rethink health from the inside out—starting with where you live.Curious about your symptoms or feeling “off” at home? My free Body Wisdom Journal is still available and now includes prompts to help you track not just food and mood—but also your environment. Because sometimes, it’s not you... it’s your house. → Download Your Free Body Wisdom Journal HereConnect with me on Instagram @hollyjean.healthandhome for real life, red flags, and wellness real estate tips you won’t hear anywhere else.New episodes drop regularly - subscribe, share, and leave a review if this show speaks to you.Because health starts at home—and yes, that includes yours.© 2024 Holly Jean Mullen