Fall is in the Air: 5 Indoor Air Quality Tips Every Homeowner Should Know
Fall is in the air – and not just because fresh apple cider and pumpkin spice lattes. According to the EPA, your indoor air quality can be 2 to 5 times worse than outdoor air. As weather cools down and kids go back to school, families tend to spend more time inside. That’s why healthy indoor air quality is so important. Here are the top 5 indoor air quality tips every homeowner should know.
1. Clean Regularly
Clean regularly – and clean often. We don’t just mean wiping down counters and calling it good. To improve your indoor air quality, wipe dust from ceiling fans, air vents, exhaust fans and anywhere dust and dander may gather. Vacuuming regularly, steam cleaning carpeting and removing shoes before entering your home are other ways to help.
2. Avoid Toxic Air Fresheners
While air fresheners smell nice and fresh, a lot of them are anything but fresh. If your air freshener contains volatile organic compounds (VOCs) then you want to reconsider using those. To avoid indoor air pollution, only use natural air fresheners. Toxic chemicals can be harmful to your health and to the quality of the air you breathe.
3. Make Sure Your Home is Properly Ventilated
Lack of proper ventilation and poor indoor air quality has been known to cause asthma, allergies, and other respiratory diseases and illnesses. Try opening some windows to allow fresh air to circulate throughout your home this fall. You should also actively use exhaust fans and ventilation fans when you’re cooking or bathing. Not only can this help move potential air contaminants out and improve your ventilation, but it can also help you achieve better humidity levels in your home.
4. Change Your Filters
Most manufacturers recommend you change your air filters every 1-3 months – and for good reason. Filters can collect dust, dander, debris, and other pollutants that. If you don’t change your filters, they can eventually allow contaminants to enter your HVAC system and your home. Not only can changing your filter help improve your indoor air quality, but it can also help improve energy efficiency, extend the life of your HVAC unit, improve airflow, and so much more.
5. Schedule a Duct Cleaning
Allergens and dust can build up inside your ducts and circulate irritants throughout you home. By scheduling duct cleaning with an HVAC professional, you can help improve your indoor air quality. A professional duct cleaning can create a healthier living environment, reduce allergens and irritants, help you breathe better and improve air flow efficiency.
Need to Schedule a Duct Cleaning? Contact the Pros at Wolfgang’s For All Your Indoor Air Quality Needs in Mesa, AZ and Surrounding Areas!
Whether you need to schedule a duct cleaning, air purifier, dehumidifier, or something else, Wolfgangs Cooling, Heating and Plumbing is here for all your indoor air quality needs! Do you want to breathe easier? Call Wolfgangs Cooling, Heating and Plumbing today at 480-719-7776 or fill out our online form here.
