Introduction

Poor indoor air quality can affect your health. Having dust in your home is quite uncomfortable. You won’t be able to get rid of dust in your home completely, but there are things you can add to your cleaning routine to keep dust at bay.

How to Improve Air Quality in Your Home 

1. Change your AC filter 

Changing your home air filter is a quick, easy way to keep your air conditioner, system running efficiently. Maintaining a clean air filter can keep your energy costs down and reduce the risk of mold or bacteria growing in your air system.

2. Change your air filters 

Changing your home air filters will help to refine your home air and provide a way to keep your heating and air conditioning system clean. When filters get dirty and clogged, the system overwork to keep the air circulating freely. Keeping the air filters clean helps extend the life of your HVAC unit and possibly avoid costly repairs.

3. Check your air ducts

The more your system runs, the more dirt and dust can build up inside your air duct. Inspect your air ducts and get them cleaned at least every 5-10 years. Clean ductwork means better indoor air quality (great for people with respiratory problems). A professional duct cleaning will remove all the dust and debris in your ductwork, including small objects and toys, pet hair, mold, and other sources of indoor air pollution.

4. Keep your carpets and rugs clean

Regular cleaning is key. Vacuuming and professional cleaning are important for a clean carpet and rug. Take action to prevent stains, such as removing your shoes at home. Work on preventing damage to the carpet and rug by avoiding certain habits, like rubbing stains and using carpet and rug powders.

5. Buy indoor plants

Buying indoor plants can boost productivity and improve mood. They can regulate humidity – and help to beautify your home. Get some houseplants if you want to desire the joy of nature and a sense of peace and wonder. 

6. Using a cooking fan

Using a cooking fan will help to reduce indoor air pollution during cooking. Natural gas and propane stoves can release carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and other harmful pollutants into the air, which can be toxic to people. Using a wood stove or fireplace to cook can result in high levels of indoor air pollution from wood smoke. Cooking can also generate unhealthy air pollutants from heating oil, fat, and other food ingredients. Self-cleaning ovens, whether gas or electric, can create high levels of pollutants as food waste is burned away. Young children, people with asthma, and people with heart or lung disease are especially vulnerable to the harmful effects of indoor air pollution.

7. Use an Air Purifier or Dehumidifier

Dehumidifier and air purifiers do have some health benefits. The main benefit is reducing the presence of allergens and irritants in damp areas of your home. A dehumidifier can make breathing easier for people who have asthma. Dehumidifiers and Air purifiers are accessible and easy to purchase. They make a difference in the comfort level you experience at home.

Conclusion 

All of us, face a variety of risks to our health as we go about our day-to-day lives. Air ducts are responsible for distributing hot and cold air throughout the home. Over time, dust, dander, and even mold can accumulate in your ducts, reducing the overall air quality. 

Hire a professional to help improve indoor air quality. Exposed to environmental pollutants, all pose varying degrees of risk. Some risks are simply unavoidable. In addition, people who may be exposed to indoor air pollutants for the longest time are often most susceptible to the effects of indoor air pollution.