The typical American spends the vast majority of their time indoors and many people fail to realize just how critical a role their home HVAC system can play in keeping them healthy. There are many contaminants in outdoor air including dust, pollen, smoke, and car exhaust. These pollutants inevitably enter homes Woodville, FL through doors, windows, and other means. If they are not removed from indoor air, these contaminants accumulate and recirculate through the home. Fortunately, the solution to cleaner indoor air is often as simple as performing routine AC maintenance and regularly replacing the air filter.

Indoor Air Problems

The EPA suggests that concentrations of some pollutants can be two to five times higher indoors than outdoors. Indoor air quality is especially important for those who suffer from asthma or allergies, but poor air quality can have adverse effects on anyone. Symptoms like fatigue, coughing, and sinus problems are often attributed to the common cold, but they may be caused by poor indoor air quality in the home.

Changing Filters

Air filters are generally very easy to replace and can be purchased at large department stores, hardware stores, and home improvement stores. Filters are inexpensive and should be replaced on a regular basis. In a single occupant home with no pets, filters should be changed every 3-4 months. In a typical suburban home with multiple occupants but no pets, changing filters every 90 days is recommended. If that same suburban home has a dog or a cat, the filter should be changed every 60 days. And finally, in homes with more than one pet or an occupant who has allergies or asthma, a filter change should occur every 30 days.

To learn more about AC maintenance and indoor air quality, check out High Quality Heating & Air online or call them at 850-307-5356.