🏡 Healthy Home Audit
Build a home that works for you
This questionnaire is for people who want a healthier, more self-sufficient home — cleaner air, lower bills, better water, and less dependence on external systems. Takes 12–15 minutes.
🌿 Your responses generate a personalised Healthy Home report with actions ranked by health and financial impact. All data is confidential.
Your city *
Bangalore
Chennai
Delhi / NCR
Hyderabad
Kolkata
Mumbai
Type of home *
1BHK
2BHK
3BHK
4BHK+
Independent house
Villa
How many people live at home? *
Does anyone at home have health concerns? *
This helps us prioritise the right recommendations for your household
Asthma / respiratory
Allergies / skin conditions
Children under 10
Elderly (60+)
No specific concerns
Select all that apply
Was any new furniture / renovation done in the last 6 months?
New MDF/plywood furniture releases formaldehyde for weeks — affects indoor air quality
Yes — significant renovation
Yes — some new furniture
No — nothing new
🌬 Section B
Indoor Air Quality
Indoor air is often 2–10× more polluted than outdoor air. This section identifies the biggest sources in your home.
What cleaning products do you mainly use? *
Standard chemical brands (Lizol, Colin, Harpic)
Mix of chemical and natural
Mostly natural / plant-based
DIY (vinegar, baking soda)
Do you use mosquito repellents indoors? *
Coils release PM2.5 equivalent to 75–137 cigarettes each. Plug-in liquids (All Out, Good Knight) are ~300x lower risk. Mats fall in between.
Coils — regularly
Coils — occasionally
Plug-in liquid (All Out / Good Knight)
Mats (heated element)
Natural alternatives (camphor, nets, screens)
Nothing / not needed
Do you use room fresheners or air fresheners indoors? *
Aerosol sprays and synthetic fresheners contain VOCs and phthalates that add to indoor air pollution.
Aerosol spray (Febreze, Air Wick etc.)
Plug-in electric freshener
Incense / agarbatti
Natural alternatives (camphor, essential oils, plants)
Nothing
How often do you ventilate your home (open windows)?
Daily — morning and/or evening
A few times a week
Rarely — windows mostly closed
Never — AC runs most of the time
Do you have indoor plants at home?
Yes — several (5+)
Yes — a few (1–4)
No, but I'd like to
No — not interested
How often do you clean your AC filters?
Dirty filters recirculate mould and dust — one of the most overlooked indoor health issues
Every 2–4 weeks
Every 2–3 months
Once a year only
Never / not sure how
No AC
Do you cook primarily on gas or induction? *
Gas cooking releases CO and NOx — ventilation during cooking is critical
Gas stove
Induction only
Mix of both
Other
Do you use the kitchen exhaust fan while cooking?
Always
Sometimes
Rarely / never
No exhaust fan
⚡ Section C
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Reducing your dependence on the grid saves money and insulates you from rising electricity tariffs.
Monthly electricity bill *
Below ₹1,000
₹1,000–₹2,000
₹2,000–₹3,500
₹3,500–₹5,000
Above ₹5,000
Are you registered for Gruha Jyothi? *
200 units FREE/month from Karnataka govt — renters eligible! Register: sevasindhugs.karnataka.gov.in
Yes — registered
No — didn't know
Not sure
AC temperature setting
18–20°C
21–23°C
24–26°C
Above 26°C
No AC
Type of bulbs used
All LED
Mostly LED
Mostly CFL
Mix / not sure
Have you considered solar panels or solar water heater?
Solar panels installed
Solar water heater installed
Considering it
Not yet
💧 Section D
Water Self-Sufficiency
Bangalore faces a 500 million litre/day water deficit. A self-sufficient home minimises dependence on BWSSB and tankers.
Monthly water bill *
Below ₹200
₹200–₹500
₹500–₹1,000
Above ₹1,000
Included in maintenance
Do you rely on water tankers? *
No — BWSSB supply is sufficient
Occasionally (summer only)
Regularly — several times a month
Society manages — not sure
Does your building have rainwater harvesting (RWH)? *
BWSSB mandates RWH for all buildings on 1,200+ sq ft plots. Non-compliance risks water supply disconnection.
Yes — working
Yes — unsure if working
No
Not sure
Leaking taps at home? *
No leaks
1–2 taps leaking
3+ taps leaking
Not sure
RO purifier — what happens to reject water?
Standard RO wastes 3 litres for every 1 litre purified
Drains away — not reused
Collected and reused
Connected to flush/washing machine
No RO purifier
Bathing habit
Bucket bath
Short shower (<5 mins)
Long shower (10+ mins)
Mix of both
♻️ Section E
Waste & Self-Sufficiency
Composting closes the loop — turning kitchen waste into garden fertiliser and reducing your dependence on the city's waste system.
Do you segregate dry and wet waste? *
Yes, consistently
Sometimes
No
Just started
Do you compost food/wet waste? *
Yes — active composting
No, but want to start
Not sure how
Not interested
Balcony / outdoor space available?
Decent balcony
Small balcony
Terrace access
No outdoor space
How do you dispose of e-waste? *
Certified collector (Zolopik, Hasiru Dala)
Kabadiwala
Manufacturer take-back
Regular trash
Stored at home — unsure
Do you grow any food at home? (balcony garden, herbs etc.)
Yes — balcony vegetable garden
Yes — herbs only
No, but interested
No — not possible / not interested
🥗 Section F
Healthy Food & Consumption
What you eat and buy directly affects your health, your bills, and how self-sufficient your home feels.
Where do you mainly buy groceries? *
Local market / sabzi mandi
Supermarket
Online (BigBasket, Zepto)
Mix
Do you buy seasonal and local produce?
Yes, always
Sometimes
Rarely
Don't know what's seasonal
Food delivery orders per week
Do you use eco-friendly cleaning & personal care products?
Yes — mostly natural brands
Mix of both
Standard chemical brands
DIY natural cleaners
How often do you buy new clothing? *
Rarely — only when needed
Occasionally (once a season)
Frequently (monthly)
Very often
Do you prefer natural fibres and sustainable materials?
Yes — cotton, linen, khadi, bamboo
Sometimes
No — whatever is available
Not aware of the difference
🌿 Section G
Nature & Wellbeing
A truly healthy home connects you to nature and supports your mental wellbeing — not just your energy bills.
How connected do you feel to nature in your daily life?
Do you have access to natural light in main living areas?
Yes — excellent natural light
Some natural light
Minimal — mostly dark
Would you like to create a small garden, herb patch or balcony green space?
Yes — very interested
Yes — but not sure how
I already have one
Not interested
What does a healthy home mean to you? *
The more specific you are, the better we can tailor your report
📸 Section I
Photo Checklist
WhatsApp these to your auditor after submitting.
📱 Send to your auditor's WhatsApp after submitting. Clear photos give you a much more personalised report.
Please confirm you'll share these
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📄 Electricity bills — last 2 months Required
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🚿 All bathroom taps + showerheads Required
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🍳 Kitchen — exhaust fan, stove, tap Required
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❄️ AC unit + filter close-up Required
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🌿 Balcony / outdoor space Optional
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🌧 RWH system if present Optional
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🎥 Short walkthrough video Optional
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Thank you!
Your Healthy Home questionnaire has been submitted. You'll receive your personalised report within 48 hours.
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