Your Ultimate Guide to Improving the Indoor Air Quality in Your Home
The indoor air quality of your home has a major impact on your comfort, health, and overall quality of life. From pollen to pet dander to dust, there are many allergens that can cause a less-than-comfortable experience for you and your family.
We’ve gathered a few tips to help enhance the indoor air quality of your home year-round.
Why Indoor Air Quality Matters
Poor indoor air quality can come from allergens, dust, mold, pet dander, and even bacteria. If your indoor air quality has diminished, it can trigger allergies, irritate your airways, and reduce comfort.
Signs Your Indoor Air Quality Could Be Improved
Things you might notice:
- Musty or stale odors
- Condensation on windows
- Discolored walls or ceiling
- Peeling Paint
- Increased allergy symptoms
- Frequent headaches at home
If any of these symptoms sound familiar, it might be time to give your indoor air quality some attention.
Steps to Improve Indoor Air Quality
- Change Your Air Filters Regularly: Things like dust, pollen, and pet hair can make the air in your home less healthy, which can be tough for people with allergies or asthma. If you’re struggling with indoor air quality this winter, make sure you change your air filters at least every 30 days. This simple action can help make the air in your home cleaner, making it easier for you to breathe and feel better.
- Clean Your Air Ducts: Cleaning your HVAC ducts is as important as changing your air filters. By maintaining the ductwork, you can not only catch issues before they happen but also help keep the air you breathe clean and pure. According to the EPA, there is no scientific evidence that routine air duct cleanings improve air quality. However, homeowners have reported reduced allergy symptoms after a cleaning. We believe this is because your HVAC system can function more efficiently, thus improving air quality.
- Keep Rugs and Carpets Clean: Rugs and carpets help filter dust and dirt out of your home by trapping them. Cleaning them weekly will help keep them working hard for you. Cleaning them allows the carpet or rugs to continue collecting dust and dirt in your home.
- Install a Whole Home Air Purification System: Portable air purifiers can help in specific rooms, but a whole-home solution like a Lennox PureAir™ S Air Purification System works through your HVAC to clean the air in every room. These systems remove microscopic particles, mold spores, pollen, dust, and even viruses throughout your home.
- Get On A Seasonal Maintenance Plan: Indoor air quality isn’t just about your filters or purifiers but also your HVAC’s overall performance. It is important to schedule biannual maintenance with your AeroDS professional to keep your systems running efficiently year-round.
- Our goal is total home comfort, meaning air that’s both the right temperature and clean.
Our team can help you:
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- Choose the right purification solution
- Understand your home’s specific air quality needs
- Maintain and optimize your HVAC system for its best performance
These tips can help improve your indoor air quality year-round. If you are considering installing an air purification system in your home, give us a call today! If you have any questions about the benefits of home air purification, our indoor air quality services, or how to improve the indoor air quality of your home, don’t hesitate to reach out.
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