Green T Air Duct Cleaning Blog

The importance of eliminating indoor air pollution is often overlooked but is very crucial for our health because we spend most of our time inside.  In fact, indoor air pollution is more detrimental to your health than outdoor air pollution and it can cause health implications that affect more than just people with allergies and asthma.  The level of indoor air pollution can be greatly decreased with professional air duct cleaning services and there are also things you can do in your home to help keep it under control.  The following tips will contribute to cleaner breathing air in your home.

Go Smoke-Free

Cigarette smoke is a huge source of indoor air pollution and second-hand smoke can linger in the air of a home for hours or even days.  The smoke can find its way into furniture upholstery, carpeting, bedding, clothing, and into the HVAC system to be redistributed into the air.  Instituting a no smoking rule in your home can help you maintain better indoor air quality.

Use Natural Cleaners

Household cleaners often contain chemicals that can contribute to indoor air pollution.  Natural cleaners are a healthier alternative and you can even make cleaning solutions of your own that do not contain chemicals.  Sometimes a little water is all that is needed to clean wooden furniture and vinegar is very effective for cleaning floors and windows.

Check HVAC Filters

The best way to make sure your HVAC system is running properly is to schedule regular cleanings with a professional such as Green T Air Ducts.  However, in between professional cleanings, it is important to check the filter on your furnace and change it regularly.  Replacing the filter with a clean one will help keep your HVAC system running more efficiently and circulating cleaner air.

Control the Humidity Level

High levels of moisture or humidity create ideal conditions for mold, dust mites, and other common airborne allergens to thrive.  It is recommended to keep the humidity level of your home between 30 and 50 percent to help control the spread and growth of these allergens.  You can help control the humidity level by running a dehumidifier during the humid months of the summer and using a humidifier attachment on your furnace during the dry months of the winter.

Keep Your Home Clean

The majority of the dust, dirt, and other common household allergens can be found within rugs, carpeting, and furniture.  By keeping these surfaces clean, you can eliminate many of the allergens that end up contaminating the breathing air of your home.  Make sure to regularly sweep floors and vacuum rugs and carpets as well as schedule regular professional carpet cleaning services.

By following these tips, you can help control the amount of indoor air pollution and improve the overall quality of the breathing air in your home.  Scheduling a regular professional air duct cleaning will also eliminate many airborne pollutants from your HVAC system.  Green T Air Ducts provides effective air duct cleaning services using the industry standard method of air source removal.  Contact us to schedule a cleaning for healthier breathing air in your home.