Breathe this spring is easier
Spring is a renovation season, but for many homes in Bellevue, WA, and surrounding areas, it also marks the return of seasonal allergies, the increase in moisture and irritating in the air!
While opening the windows can bring a breeze, you can also invite pollen and dust inside. If you want to keep the air from your fresh and healthy home, here there are some processable steps to improve the quality of the inner air this spring. Keep reading below for our best air quality tips for spring!
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1. Replace HVAC filters on time
The heating and cooling system of your home constantly circulates air, and whatever it is in it. If your air filter is clogged with dust or pollen, those particles will continue to move through their living spaces. Replace filters every 1 to 3 months and consider high efficiency filters to obtain the best results. These can even catch the smallest particles in the air, including allergens and bacteria, which makes a notable difference in how their air feels and smells.
2. Keep moisture under control
The spring climate often brings moisture aggregate to the air. While a bit of humidity is good, too much can lead to mold growth and increase dust mites. Try to maintain the humidity levels of your home between 30% and 50%. Use a dehumidifier in wet areas such as bathrooms, laundries or basements, and verify signs of excess moisture, such as condensation in the windows or a smell of moisture.
3. Ventilate in the right way
Leaving fresh air can help eliminate pollutants, but it must be done strategically. Use kitchen and bathroom escape fans to ventilate moisture and pollutants outside. In the low days of pollen, it opens some windows for cross ventilation. If allergies are a concern, trust mechanical ventilation systems and air purifiers with activated carbon filters to update the air without letting out allergens.
4. Vacuum and trapener regularly
The dust, the pollen and other particles are quickly settle in floors and upholstery. Accommodation of carpets and carpets at least once a week. Do not forget the vacuum of furniture, curtains and other soft surfaces. Hard floors monitoring to capture the finer dust that vacuum cleaners can lose. Spring is also a good time for a complete deep cleaning throughout its home.
5. Reduce the voc
The volatile organic compounds (VOC) are released from products such as paintings, aerosol aerosols, air settings and even some furniture. They can cause headaches, dizziness and worsen respiratory conditions. Choose cleaning products and paintings without a voc or without a voc, and avoid artificial air sethors. If you want a natural way to refresh your space, open windows on clear days or use essential oil diffusers with natural aromas.
6. Inspect and keep air ducts
Dust and debris in their air ducts can reduce air flow and extend pollutants through their home. Make a professional inspect his ducts in spring, especially if he has recently remodeled, he has pets or has not cleaned the system in a long time. Clean ducts improve both air quality and HVAC performance.
Improving interior air quality does not have to be complicated. With some seasonal adjustments, you can create a cleaner and healthier space to enjoy throughout spring.
Do you want to improve air quality further? Call our team in Bob’s Heating a call or complete our online contact form here to obtain more information about our air purifiers and the filter replacement program. We hope to have your news!