You’ve likely heard the term indoor air quality before, and you may even recognize how important it is, but Pepper AC & Htg Inc wants to be sure you understand what could potentially be influencing the quality of air in your home.
When you are spending a fair amount of time in your home you can let dust, dirt and other contaminants to build up within your home and affect the air throughout the home. You might not believe this, but the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has found that concentrations of pollutants can be up to 100 times higher indoors versus outdoors.
Here are a few steps you can implement to help adjust the indoor air quality in your home.
- Remove the contaminants – One of the best ways to enhance the air quality is to truly eliminate the dust and debris. Vacuum and clean weekly to remove the contaminants. You should also wash your bed linens frequently.
- Properly store household products and cleaning supplies – This helps to keep any fumes contained, particularly for anyone in your family who may be sensitive to odors.
- Ensure your home is properly ventilated – Newer buildings are well-insulated and sealed to help conserve energy, so it’s wise to have proper ventilation to allow airborne pollutants to leave the home.
- Control the amount of moisture in the home – The EPA also advises keeping indoor humidity levels between 30 and 50 percent.
If you are looking for additional ways to enhance your indoor air quality, Pepper AC & Htg Inc in Justin offers a variety of indoor air quality solutions, including:
If you have questions about how to improve your indoor air quality, our experts are qualified to come out and review your home. Give us a call at 940-202-1184 to arrange an appointment.