Indoor air quality can negatively affect a person’s health and well-being. Breathing in too many particles such as dust, dander, mold and chemicals can cause a flare-up of allergies and asthma. These irritants cause inflammation of airways and can bring upon fatigue or respiratory illness. These are the best and easiest ways to improve your indoor air quality:
- Make sure your HVAC filters are replaced at least every two to three months. When pollen counts are high in the Twin Cities area, you may want to replace them more often. Filters that are clogged with particles can cause irritants to flow back into your home, and the components within your HVAC unit can become damaged as well. Clean, high-quality filters with a MERV (minimum efficiency rating value) rating of 7 or above can promote clean air circulation.
- Heat, humidity and pollen levels are at their lowest in the evening hours. It’s important to open up your windows for at least 30 minutes each day to remove stale air from your home and replace it with fresher air.
- Air-purification units do a great job at ventilating your indoor air and removing particles. Electronically charged collection plates or HEPA (high-efficiency particulate air) filters are wise options to consider. Purifiers can be run around the clock during times of high smog or pollution.
- An indoor air quality test can determine the level of humidity in your home. Moisture levels should never exceed 60 percent, as this can lead to mold growth and structural damage in your home. A dehumidifier unit can remove moisture from your air.
Contact Marsh Heating & Air Conditioningfor more information on how you can easily improve your indoor air quality. Routine maintenance of your heating and cooling equipment can be helpful to ensure your HVAC system is working efficiently toward cleaner air.
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