How To Keep Your Indoor Air Healthy in Winter

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the air inside your home can be two to five times more polluted than outdoor air. For this reason and more, it’s important to pay attention to your home’s indoor air quality (IAQ), especially during the winter when houses are closed up tight and you spend more time indoors. Below are some ways to keep your home’s indoor air healthier and cleaner, not only during the winter but year-round, too.

Install Cutting-edge Technology

Air humidifiers and whole-house dehumidifiers have been around for many years and do a wonderful job keeping your home’s indoor air balanced. Although humidifiers don’t remove contaminants or clean the air, they can soak up airborne dust particles and make it easier to breathe in your home. Dehumidifiers remove excess moisture from the air, which is important for minimizing mold spore growth.

If you want to capture airborne allergens and keep them from infiltrating your home, consider installing premium air filters. If you want total home protection from the effects of airborne allergens, consider installing a whole-house air purification system that works in tandem with your HVAC system.

For households that want the latest cutting-edge technology, consider installing an energy recovery ventilator. This system removes stale air from the home and replaces it with fresh, outdoor air.

Duct Cleaning, Repair, and Sealing

Paying close attention to the state of your home’s ductwork also improves the quality of your indoor air. Dirty ductwork releases allergens and pollutants into your home every time your heating or cooling system runs. If your ductwork is damaged or leaking air, this can also adversely affect your home’s IAQ. Repairing and sealing the ductwork can improve your home’s air quality.

Lifestyle Choices

You can also reduce air pollution indoors with simple lifestyle choices. Keeping your home clean, sweeping and vacuuming regularly, washing bed linens and curtains, and clearing clutter are excellent ways to minimize indoor air pollution. Also, on nice days, open the windows and let fresh air in.

For more information about improving your home’s IAQ, check out AC Heating and Air Conditioning Services’ indoor air quality solutions or call to speak with one of our HVAC pros in Charleston, Summerville & Ladson today!