Make a Resolution for Better Air
While most people focus on diet and exercise to improve their health at the beginning of every year, they miss one huge element of health. Oxygen is the most essential nutrient humans need, and people can overlook the fact that they are constantly breathing dirty air, which contributes to poor health.
This year, take a new approach to health. Instead of simply focusing on the food that goes into the body, remember that cleaner air is essential for better health. Here are three easy ways to improve air quality and support good health in 2024.
Change Dirty Air Filters
Maintaining a consistent and effective air filter replacement schedule is fundamental to optimizing indoor air quality. Air filters are crucial in trapping airborne particles such as dust, pollen, pet dander, and other pollutants.
Over time, these filters become clogged, reducing their efficiency and allowing contaminants to circulate freely. The frequency of air filter replacement depends on several factors, including:
- types of filters used
- the presence of pets
- the number of occupants in the home
- local environmental conditions.
As a general guideline, checking and potentially replacing standard filters every 1-3 months is recommended. On the other hand, high-efficiency filters may require replacement every 6-12 months.
The bottom line is to replace air filters when they are dirty so they can continue to remove the maximum amount of contaminants from indoor air. This prevents the lungs from being overwhelmed and allows the whole body to flourish.
Use Air Cleaners and Filtration Systems
Air filters are great at removing pollutants from indoor air, but they are mainly intended to keep dust and grime from building up inside of air conditioners. Homeowners need air sanitizers and purifiers for true cleaning power and the ability to remove dust and allergens that get left behind.
The cleaning power of both devices can be obtained through portable units that clean up the air in a small space, or they can be installed as a part of HVAC equipment so their operation is out of sight and out of mind.
Remember that air purifiers are great at reducing particles in the air, while UV air sanitizers excel at reducing odors and biological threats.
Keep the Home Tidy
The final piece of the puzzle in maximizing indoor air quality is keeping the home cleaner. If indoor air quality was a problem in the past, a cluttered and dirty home certainly didn't help. Luckily, keeping a cleaner home is another great resolution that can support cleaner air.
For cleaner air and a cleaner home, stay devoted to household cleaning. Start by sweeping and vacuuming every few days, keeping the floors spotless. Automated vacuums are great for this.
Once the floors are cleaned, remove clutter from tables and shelves. This can make dusting easier so the root cause can be addressed on every flat surface in the home. Finally, make the weekend laundry day. Wash bedding and towels every weekend to remove dust and prevent mold and mildew growth.
About Swick Home Services
Swick Home Services offers quality service to help improve indoor air quality. Whether homeowners are looking for air purifier installation or need HVAC maintenance, Swick Home Services can help. Call today for HVAC service in Marquette, MI.
