You’ve likely heard the term indoor air quality before, and you may even recognize how important it is, but Hix Air Conditioning Service, Inc. wants to be sure you comprehend what could potentially be affecting the quality of air in your home.
When you are spending quite a bit of time in your home you can allow dust, dirt and other contaminants to build up within your home and affect the air in the house. This might sound odd, 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 control the indoor air quality in your home.
- Remove the contaminants – One of the best ways to increase the air quality is to actually eliminate the dust and debris. Vacuum and clean weekly to remove the contaminants. You should also wash your bed linens on a regular basis.
- 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 houses are well-insulated and sealed to help conserve energy, so it’s important to have proper ventilation to allow airborne pollutants to depart from the home.
- Control the amount of moisture in the home – The EPA also recommends keeping indoor humidity levels between 30 and 50 percent.
If you are seeking additional ways to enhance your indoor air quality, Hix Air Conditioning Service, Inc. in Muskogee offers a wide assortment of indoor air quality solutions, including:
If you have questions about how to improve your indoor air quality, our experts are happy to come out and evaluate your home. Give us a call at 918-682-8238 to arrange an appointment.