In the springtime, when everything is starting to bloom, allergens from pollen and other outdoor sources are just worries for when we are outside, right? If only. Unfortunately, air quality is a concern regardless of whether you are inside or out. While there is not a lot we can do about outdoor air quality in St. Louis, there are quite a few things we can do to ensure healthy air at your home, making sure you and your loved ones are breathing the good stuff!
For more information on maintaining healthy air at home, connect with Galmiche & Sons today! As a leading heating & air conditioning company in St. Louis, we have proudly serve our neighbors in the community since 1950!
Healthy Air in Your Home Isn’t Too Challenging to Achieve
We all do our best to keep our homes clean and tidy. However, cleanliness does not stop with the kitchen counter or bathroom sink. Indeed, clean air at home is also a huge importance to our overall health and wellbeing. While this is a fairly obvious consideration, many homeowners do not think about healthy air at home because it is not a visible issue. Fortunately, it is an easy issue to get a handle on.
Here are some ways in which you can quickly be on the road to healthy air in your home:
- Keep things clean. While this may sound obvious, a clean house is usually a healthier house. This is simply because of the reduction dust and animal dander that often comes with a tidy home. Cleaning can include:
- Regular vacuuming of carpets and area rugs. Make sure the vacuum uses a HEPA filter for best results. Hard flooring may also help reduce allergens inside.
- Regular cleaning of bedding, drapes, etc., especially if you have pets in the house.
- Clearing clutter to reduce the amount of dust that can become trapped within it.
- Regularly change your air filters. For healthy air at home, changing your HVAC’s air filter regularly is a must. This will also help improve the system’s efficiency.
- Use an air purifier. Air purifiers can do wonders in helping to trap allergens and other irritants, and there are a lot of options available. Contact our HVAC professionals to learn more about HVAC air purifiers we can add to your system.
- Use a dehumidifier. If you have any places in the home that are particularly damp, a dehumidifier will help preclude mold growth.
- Have your HVAC system cleaned. Having your HVAC system cleaned and regularly maintained can play a big role in reducing allergies and promoting healthy air at home.
Have an Indoor Air Quality Check Done on Your Home
Another great way to ensure healthy indoor air in your home is by having one of our specialists provide an indoor air quality audit. With the goal of helping our customers identify sources of allergens and potential ways to stop or reduce them, your technician will:
- Test all gas appliances for carbon monoxide leaks.
- Test smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors for operation.
- Check ductwork for leaks, breakages, or any other hazards such as asbestos. Also, check for debris and other buildup.
- Go over the ductwork design to make sure its fit for purpose in accordance with the home’s layout and structure, meeting health, safe, and of course, comfort needs.
- Complete an airflow analysis in each room checking for hot and spots.
- Test your home’s humidity levels.
- Test the HVAC system, including fans, for proper functioning.
- Inspect potential fire hazards near gas appliances.
Learn More About Obtaining Healthy Air at Home
If you would like more information on getting and keeping healthy air at your home, in St. Louis give Galmiche & Sons a call today. We are happy to help with any of your heating & air conditioning needs!
