Do's and Don'ts for Healthy Indoor Air Quality - Tallahassee, FL, Bradfordville, FL & Southwood, FL

Originally Published in February 2018

Air pollution is a major concern, but what many homeowners in Newport, FL don’t know is that it’s not only outdoors. Indoor air pollution is a bigger problem than most people think. In fact, studies show that healthy indoor air quality not only provides a healthier living space, but it can also reduce respiratory symptoms for allergy and asthma sufferers.

Check Air Filters

Clean air filters are your best line of defense against unhealthy indoor air quality. Dirty or clogged air filters become ineffective when full of dirt and debris. Check your air filters regularly and replace them when needed. Installing an air purifier also helps to remove particulate matter, which can cause allergic and asthma-like symptoms.

Improve Ventilation

Proper ventilation is also important for circulating indoor air and removing any contaminants from inside your home. Check your HVAC system regularly to ensure that it’s properly ventilating air. It’s also a good idea to schedule HVAC routine maintenance at least twice a year to inspect for other potential issues.

Keep Your Home Clean

You can substantially reduce indoor air pollution by keeping your home clean. Vacuum regularly to eliminate excess dust and pet dander. If you have pets, regular bathing can significantly reduce the amount of pet dander circulating inside your home. Wipe down hard surfaces on a regular basis to keep dust at a minimum. Changing your vacuum bag when it’s full also prevents airborne allergens from being released back into the air.

Avoid Synthetic Fragrances

Who doesn’t like the smell of fresh laundry? Unfortunately, laundry detergents, and indoor air fresheners contain synthetic fragrances, which when released into the air, become harmful Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). To keep your indoor air fresh, only buy fragrance-free detergent and use natural air fresheners.

Schedule Routine Maintenance

Without routine HVAC maintenance, contaminants can get trapped inside your unit and ductwork. Excess levels of moisture can also cause poor air quality, which can lead to the growth of mold and mildew.

Indoor air quality affects both your health and the energy efficiency of your HVAC unit. For help in keeping the air inside your home as fresh as possible, contact High Quality Heating and Air, Inc. today.

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