CO2 Sensor Reading High With Windows Open: Causes and Fixes
Your CO2 sensor reads high near open windows? Learn the four usual causes, outdoor baseline values and how to check calibration at altitude.
Healthier indoor air, measured and explained for Canadian homes.
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CO2 and Air Quality Monitors
Your CO2 sensor reads high near open windows? Learn the four usual causes, outdoor baseline values and how to check calibration at altitude.
Keep bedroom CO2 under 1,000 ppm overnight. See Health Canada's guideline, typical overnight readings, and how ventilation keeps sleep air safe.
Indoor CO2 climbs when occupants exhale faster than outdoor air can dilute it. Learn the mass balance behind the build-up and how ventilation fixes it.
Track classroom CO2 with a WiFi monitor. Learn the 1000 ppm threshold, how to read 24-hour averages, and when to open windows for better ventilation.