5 Ways To Improve Your Homes Air Quality:
January 11, 2022
Your home's air quality can make a vital difference in the comfort level for you and anyone under your roof.
According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), indoor air pollutants can cause severe illness for high-risk groups such as the elderly, young children, and anyone with certain preexisting illnesses. Poor indoor air quality can also lead to issues from pet dander, allergens, mold, and other contaminants. Therefore, it's necessary to understand how your home may be affected by air pollutants to know how to address the issue with a Mohr Air Conditioning indoor air quality solution. The following are common sources of indoor air pollution:
- Tobacco products
- New carpet or flooring
- Excess moisture
- Pesticides or air pollution from outside the house
- Household cleaning or personal care products
- Pets in the home
You can make a big difference by implementing slight differences throughout your home with small appliances like portable air cleaners and ventilating your home when you can. Below are five ways you can reduce indoor air pollution in your home.
Cleaning
Keeping your home clean can help reduce the amount of dust, allergens, and other pollutants you kick up into the air as you move around your home. However, it's important to remember to only clean with natural products, as many cleaners can contain harmful chemicals.
Changing your HVAC Filters
Your HVAC unit is responsible for circulating air throughout your home. If you don't change your filter regularly, you could be circulating already polluted air. In most cases, using a HEPA filter will give you the best results. Contact a certified HVAC technician to find out which filter best suits your unit and lifestyle.
Portable Air Purifiers
A portable air purifier can be a game-changer for indoor air quality. Air purifiers come in all shapes and sizes and can fit almost any need. The clean air delivery rate (CADR) will indicate which size purifier to buy when shopping for an efficient purifier. The higher the CADR, the larger area it will serve.
Ventilation
Suppose you don't live near a highway or other high pollutant-filled areas. Then, one of the more straightforward ways to improve your home's indoor air quality is by opening your windows and doors on mild days throughout the year.
Dehumidifiers
Mold and mildew thrive in hot, humid conditions. A dehumidifier can help you regulate your home's humidity levels and prevent pesky growth.
By following these tips, your home's indoor air quality will be better than ever. If you have any questions on indoor air quality or are interested in scheduling a visit from one of our indoor air quality specialists, give us a call!