We’re always told to “take time to smell the roses.” But when you have allergies, asthma or other respiratory problems, that can be difficult at best. When you spend most of your time indoors, indoor air quality is of vital importance to your health and comfort. But how do you ensure that your indoor air is being treated to get the best possible quality? Easy — by following these three simple steps:
3 Steps to Improve Your Air Quality
- Change your HVAC system air filter regularly. An air conditioning service professional can tell you how often you should change your air filter and what type of filter you should use to optimize your indoor air quality. If you simply put a better-quality filter in place, your system may not be able to move air through it effectively, so it’s important that you consult an HVAC service to ensure you’re getting a good match between the filter and the rest of the air conditioning system. You may even be able to upgrade your system to a better filter if the filter housing is replaced.
- Keep your vents and air returns dusted. This is something to undertake about once a month, and if you don’t always remember to change the air filter, this is a great indicator. When you start building up more dust than usual, it’s past time to replace the filter.
- Avoid paints and solvents with high Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) and add plants. VOCs can create significant respiratory problems, which is why so many solvents and paints recommend having good ventilation when you’re using them indoors. There are a lot of low-VOC products on the market now that help completely avoid this problem, so invest in a low-VOC paint next time you touch up the living room. Plants also help by removing carbon dioxide out of the air and providing oxygen in return.
By following these easy steps, you can quickly improve your indoor air quality and start breathing easier again, and as a bonus, you’re ensuring your HVAC system is operating efficiently, which saves you money and aggravation. At Cox Air Conditioning and Heating, we’ve been helping Tampa-area homeowners and business owners improve their indoor air quality with great service since 1958. Please contact us today to set up a regular maintenance schedule that will keep you “smelling the roses” and your home’s indoor air quality excellent.
