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Your home should be your safe haven; from the roof over your head to the quality of the air that you breathe inside your home. Of the time spent at home, over 87% is spent indoors, meaning that you are spending a huge amount of time breathing the air in your house. With the recent quarantine regulations due to the Coronavirus pandemic, people across the globe are spending more time than ever before inside.
With the increase in environmental pollutants and smog, it doesn’t take long for these toxins to seep into your home. Harmful particles in your home can create a variety of health issues like allergies, bacterial infection, asthma-related problems and skin irritations.
Cleaning your air ducts, changing your filters, having Accuserv professionals conduct an HVAC inspection and routine cleaning measures can help. Take a look through this simple guide to improving the air quality in your home.
Vacuum
Dust and dirt particles can get easily stuck in the deep fibers of carpeting in your home. As dust swirls through the air it will eventually fall onto your floors where it will sit and accumulate.
Thorough vacuuming is one of the best ways to improve the air quality in your home. Make sure to vacuum all your floors including ceramic tiles and hardwood floors to pick up as much dirt and dust as possible.
Damp Dust
If you dust your home with a dry cloth or duster, you may just be moving the dust and dirt around instead of eliminating it. By taking a cloth or mop and dampening it with water, you can get a deeper clean where dirt will stick to the surface instead of just floating away.
Change Your Filters
Your HVAC filters are an essential part of keeping your air quality at its best. As dust, pollen, and dirt particles move through the system they become trapped in your filter as intended. Once your filters are full they should be changed out to help maintain the efficiency of your system. It is recommended that you change your filters every three to four months for the best air quality.
Add Plants
Adding plants to your home can not only add natural beauty but they can actually help clean the air inside your home. As they emit oxygen levels they also process harmful toxins in the air, making it cleaner and healthier.
Add Humidity
If you live in an arid environment it’s important to make sure that you have the right level of humidity inside your home. Dry air can make it harder to keep up with the dust and dirt in your home. Invest in a small humidifier and keep your home at at least 30-50% humidity for the best air quality.
Clean Your Ducts
Your HVAC system works by pulling and pushing air through your air ducts and into your home. When you have a build-up of residue made from dust and dirt, your air quality can suffer. You should get your ducts cleaned every three to five years.
In a world full of pollutants, it can be hard to keep your home a safe haven. By following the steps laid out in this simple guide, you can move toward a healthier home and better quality air for you and your family.
