Breathe Clean Air in 2017

Did you know that your HVAC system can significantly impact the health of your family? It’s true–and while we all want our families to breathe clean air, it’s easy to forget our their heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. Until it breaks down, of course.

The reality is that you want your home to be full of clean air, yet normal habits like keeping windows shut through winter, cooking and cleaning can all contribute to poor indoor air quality. Even our carpeting, flooring and furniture contain chemicals that negatively impact the IAQ.

What’s more, poor quality air combined with humidity levels that are too high or too low can add up to a great deal of illness. That may mean increased allergy and asthma symptoms and much more colds, viruses, respiratory illnesses and sinus infections.

With all of that in mind, please check out our tips to help you improve your IAQ to reduce your risk of illness.

• Whenever your HVAC system us being used, change the air filters every month.
  
• Invest in the best HEPA filters your budget can afford.
  
• Inspect your vents and coils regularly for mold.
  
• If you find that you do have mold growing on the coils, clean them with a mixture of bleach and water.
  
• Should you discover any standing water around your intake vents, wipe it up and call your HVAC professional to come look.
  
• Have your HVAC system inspected at least twice a year by a professional and get their input about the health of your indoor air.
  
• Talk to your HVAC technician about whether or not your home would benefit from an air purifier, and/or a humidifier/dehumidifier.

Are you ready to make your home healthier in 2017? Air Comfort is there to help make it happen! Visit our website today to learn more about our expert services.