We spend about 87% of our time indoors, but how often are you thinking about the air quality in your indoor spaces? Indoor air quality is defined as the condition of the air in your building, specifically focusing on air characteristics that affect your health and comfort. When the air quality in your home or business begins to dip, it can affect all aspects of your health and comfort. For many, if you do not work in the HVAC industry, it can be hard to understand what the common air pollutants are, the consequences of poor air quality, and what you can do when your air quality dips. We want to change that. Akian Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric wants to give you all the information you need, so you can be the hero of your home or business. We know that the health of you and your family is your number-one priority—that’s why it is ours too. Akian Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric knows what it takes to create the most comfortable environment for you—and keep it comfortable for years to come. If your indoor air quality is causing you concern, call us today at (617) 894-7803 and learn how Akian Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric can help.

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2.       Kill mold, bacteria and other certain viruses

3.       Eliminate smoke, odor and VOC’s

4.       Reduce allergens

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7 Common Indoor Pollutants and Their Risks

1. Household products (like aerosol sprays, solvents, fabric softeners, paints, moth repellents, etc.)
– Certain household products cause eye, nose, and throat irritation, loss of coordination, and damage to your liver, kidneys, and brain.
2. Pesticides
– Immediate inhalation of pesticides can cause eye, nose, and throat irritation, but consistent exposure can lead to more severe problems like nervous system damage and increased risk of cancer.
3. Excess moisture and mold
– Mold and mildew can exacerbate allergies and asthma symptoms, and increase instances of colds, flu, and pneumonia.
4. Radon
– While immediate symptoms are not present, lung cancer has been linked to excessive radon exposure.
5. Pet saliva and dander
– We love our pets, but pet dander can trigger asthmatic symptoms in those who have allergies to animal dander. These pollutants can also clog your pre-existing air filtration systems
6. Smoke (both from tobacco and heating sources like coal and wood pellets)
– Smoke inhalation can increase the prevalence of respiratory infections and bronchitis, as well as cause emphysema, respiratory irritation, and eye, nose, and throat irritation.
7.Nitrogen oxide and nitrogen dioxide (produced by ovens, kerosene heaters and improperly installed vented appliances)
– When ventilation is poor, products that contain these chemicals can irritate your lungs, eyes, and mouth.
Clearly, there are health risks to having poor indoor air quality, but did you know that a buildup of these common pollutants can affect so much more than that? Other consequences include fatigue and lower energy levels, HVAC system problems, and even higher utility bills.

How Can You Improve Your Indoor Air Quality?

These pollutants might feel hard to keep track of, but there are very real things you can do to take control of the air quality within your home or business.

– Check your filters: Make sure to inspect and clean your filters every few months. This includes AC filters, kitchen vents, and vacuum cleaners.
– Check your air ducts: While you’re checking your filters, include your ducts. This can be a common place for dust and dander to accumulate.
– Vacuum often (once or twice a week): Rugs and carpet will trap dust and other particles. Keeping them clean will stop dust and other allergens from building up in your home or office.
– Invest in a humidifier: Humidifiers will help you maintain consistent humidity levels, so that particularly dry winter months will not affect your home or business.
– Repair or replace your heating and air conditioning systems: When your furnaces, boilers, humidifiers, or air conditioners are not working properly it can affect the comfort level of your home and act as incubators for dust, dander, mold, and mildew.

Akian Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric can provide you with an honest assessment of your indoor air quality and offer recommendations for how to improve it. We truly care about our customers—that is why we offer detail-oriented and customer-centric service on projects both big and small.
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Brian Shin
12 November 2026
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Rarely do I write reviews for companies, especially negative ones but my experience with Akian Plumbing was so harrowing that I just needed to let people know. My heater broke and it took 3 different technicians spread across over 2 weeks to even figure out what the issue was. After they took half the payment up front for parts there was radio silence for almost a week. When I tried to call them I would be directed to their unbearable automotive chat bot that would refuse to redirect me to a live operator. The lack of communication and the unprofessionalism made me think that I was scammed. When they finally reached out to me after I called them repeatedly, they let me know that they could not handle the repair and processed me a refund. This entire process had me with no heat for over 2 weeks and I couldnt even get a second opinion at this point because Akian already took my money. Terrible experience overall.
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Benjamin Kann
11 November 2026
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Excellent, friendly service
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Tigran Avetissyan
11 November 2026
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Akian always have incredible customer service and have some incredible turnaround times on maintenance. James in particular has been incredible and such a great guy to have help out. He took care of our boiler maintenance quickly and efficiently, and was a charming guy the entire time. Would strongly recommend the company's services.
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Lisa Coughlin
10 November 2026
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I called Akian on 3 seperate occasions over the past month for plumbing issues with my elderly parents toilet. George A came out on 2 of these visits and was extremely patient and kind to my parents who are in their 90s. He explained all of the options and costs and made recommendations for them. I highly recommend them.
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Denise Celuch
10 November 2026
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Akian recently installed a new gas furnace and AC unit in my townhouse, including duct cleaning. It was a big job and major expense, but I feel confident in the equipment and the workmanship. AJ and Malik completed the entire job in two days, explained things to me as they went, tested thoroughly, and cleaned up the areas where they worked before they left. I am happy with the project and hope the equipment will last for many years to come.
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Yolanda Kodrzycki
9 November 2026
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James G was very personable and fixed my heating problem promptly.
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Nick Vogt
6 November 2026
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Carlos was great. Efficient. Good communication
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Santiago Diaz
3 November 2026
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James G was great. Thorough, friendly, and explained what needed to be done in great detail. Highly recommended.
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Konstantinos Kontodimas
30 October 2026
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Absolutely fantastic service! Julio was very professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful from start to finish. He was very efficient, and took the time to explain everything clearly. Excellent workmanship and outstanding customer service. Highly recommend!
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Mike Ogasapian
30 October 2026
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My Mitsubishi system wasn't responsive and I couldn't figure out the problem. Carlos from Akian came through and checked it out. We found out the breaker was the issue. They got an electrician on site and replaced the breaker within an hour. Carlos also ran a diagnostic and got my system running perfectly. Great communication and follow through. Definitely reccomend.
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Syd A.
12 November 2026
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very professional. they did a great job. I appreciate that I was able to communicate with them in multiple ways including by text message and email and also that they texted me before they arrived and included a photograph of the car and the driver, so everything was really terrific. they also wore booties on their shoes when they came into the house which i really appreciated
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Lisa O.
8 November 2026
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Called early on a Sunday because water heater was not working. I was told the plumber would be at my house between 12-2pm. I called around 2:40 for an update on when they would arrived. Never got a call back. Called again at 4:30. Was told they would have the plumber reach out to me. Still no call so I canceled around 4:50. No hot water for am showers. Also they want $399 just to come on a Sunday.
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B H.
5 November 2026
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George A did an excellent job, very quick and efficient, and he explained our options and everything that he was doing very well!
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Mimi D.
4 November 2026
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Doing maintenance on my boiler. he did a good job when you call Akian make sure you request for George A
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Greg G.
4 November 2026
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Extremely Disappointing Service -- Poor Communication, Questionable Pricing, and a Complete Lack of Follow-Through I hired this company to address a water leak in my steam heating system. Initially, I believed the problem was with two steam vents that I had purchased myself but was unable to remove because they were seized. The company charged me $450 to install two vents that I supplied, a job that took approximately one hour. Unfortunately, replacing the vents did not resolve the problem. We subsequently identified what appeared to be a clogged line beneath one of the vents. I requested an estimate to repair the problem and was instead given a proposal to replace both lines for approximately $2,150. When I asked why both needed replacing when only one appeared to be clogged, the technician's explanation was simply that the other one could eventually clog. I explained that I wasn't comfortable spending that amount of money unnecessarily and that, as the homeowner, I believed it was my prerogative to determine what work I wanted performed. I also indicated that I might seek another estimate. Later that evening, I spoke with the technician again and explained that I would like to move forward, but requested a revised estimate to replace only the clogged line. He assured me he would speak with the office and get back to me. A week passed. Nothing. What followed was an extraordinarily frustrating exercise in trying to communicate with this company. Their telephone system requires you to leave a message and wait for someone to return your call, with no indication of when that might happen. If you're unavailable when they call, the entire process starts over. The only person with whom I was able to maintain any consistent communication was the manager of their answering service, primarily through text messages. Eventually, he provided a revised price of $1,850 to replace just the one clogged line. This raised yet another concern. The original estimate was $2,150 to replace both lines. Removing what I understood to be approximately 60% of the proposed work resulted in a price reduction of only $300, or roughly 14%. I also asked the manager whether he had the original estimate prepared by the technician so we could compare the two proposals. He responded that they were attempting to contact the technician. I never received the original estimate, an explanation of the pricing, or any meaningful follow-up. Once again, communication stalled. Finally, arrangements were made for someone from their service department to call and discuss my concerns. I explained that I would be available around noon, and they agreed to call at approximately that time. I sat with my phone in my lap from 11:30 a.m. until 1:15 p.m., waiting for a call that never came. What makes this especially troubling is that I have three family members living in my home, a steam heating system that needs repair, and winter approaching. This is not a cosmetic improvement or an optional renovation. It is a necessary repair to keep my home heated. I cannot help but come away with the impression that this company is more interested in the size of the job than in providing responsible, attentive service to its customers. Whether that is actually their motivation, I cannot say, but their conduct has certainly left me feeling that way. I have no objection to paying a fair price for professional work. What I do object to is being encouraged to authorize work that has not been adequately justified, receiving a revised price that raises legitimate questions, and then being repeatedly ignored when I ask for an explanation. My recommendation is simple: Look elsewhere. I cannot recommend this company strongly enough as one to avoid. Their questionable recommendations, unexplained pricing, repeated failures to communicate, disregard for scheduled callbacks, and apparent indifference to a customer facing a legitimate heating problem have been profoundly disappointing. A company that charges professional rates should be expected to deliver professional service, accountability, and communication. In my experience, this company failed on all three counts.
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Lindsay K.
3 November 2026
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George A was awesome and very quick/responsive. He explained everything we needed to know after he fixed our shower drain, and made sure we had a plan in place in case it leaked in the future.
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Billy M.
2 November 2026
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George A. was a massive help! Came in and saved our garbage disposal instead of having to get it replaced. Big thanks to the AKian crew.
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Jon R.
8 October 2026
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I called Akian plumbing to help me identify a leak. I had already opened up the ceiling of the floor below my bathroom, and they found the toilet flange was deteriorated. They came back in two days to remove the toilet and replace the flange which has resolved the leak. Scheduling was easy with them, and they were great at communicating arrival times and costs before starting the work. Highly recommended.
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Andrew H.
25 September 2026
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AJ and TJ's work was high-quality - they installed a gas boiler heating system. Prompt, professional, hard-working - would use Akian and AJ & TJ again.
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Matt T.
23 September 2026
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Carlos did a great job with our dryer duct. The company in general is very responsive and gives you a heads up when they are on their way. Highly recommend them!

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