Bartlett Heating and Air Has Tips On Improving Indoor Air Quality in Your Home

Did you know that your indoor air could potentially be worse quality than the air outside? As shocking as that may seem, it is a reality for many homes. There are some steps you can take to make sure your air quality is the best it can be. The first thing you can do is to get a vacuum cleaner that has a HEPA filter in it. They will hold more of the dust and debris that gets kicked up while cleaning. After you get done vacuuming you can turn your thermostat on to “fan on” for 15 minutes and then back onto auto. Make sure you have a good clean filter in your HVAC system. We recommend you get a higher MERV rating around 10-11. These filters are made to help trap smaller dust and particulates to keep them out of the air and your families lungs. They will also help make people that have sensitive breathing issues more comfortable in home. You can install a dehumidifier to help control the heat and humidity in your home. When your home is too hot and muggy you will be uncomfortable and that also give the perfect breeding ground for mold and mildew. Both are bad for you and your family to breathe in so keeping that in check is the best idea. Another very important thing to do is to keep your HVAC system maintained. This is done by having the AC cleaned and checked each spring and the furnace cleaned and checked each fall. The technicians clean the units up and make sure to get all things repaired so they will be reliable when you need them to be. When you clean your home, make sure you use organic or natural products which will reduce the amount of pollutants put into the air when you clean. Also steer clear from candles and air freshener sprays that are not natural because you will be adding pollutants to your home. One last thing you can do to help your indoor air quality is to have good air flow in the home. Turn on exhaust fans when you are cooking and are done showering. This will help control smells and humidity to keep your air fresh in the home. These are all simple and easy things you can do to ensure you have the best indoor air quality you can have. Call Bartlett Heating and Air today to schedule your annual AC maintenance!