The air quality in your Ohio home is affected by several factors, including the number of pets in your home, the humidity and the type of quality-control features installed in your home. Depending on the above factors, the indoor air quality of your home can range from poor to excellent. Improving the air quality inside your home will make breathing easier, healthier and safer.
You can improve the indoor air quality of your home by adding one or more of the following solutions:
- Filtration Systems: Filtration systems filter particle contaminants out of the air, such as mold spores, dust and pet dander. You can use room-by-room filtration systems or install a large filtration system in your ductwork. This kind of filtration system is best for households with allergies or young children, who breathe in particles at a higher rate than adults.
- Duct Cleaning: Most homeowners don’t realize that dirt, debris, dust mites and even pet dander can accumulate in the air ducts in your home. When conditioned air travels through the ducts, it can’t help picking up some of that material and carrying it into the home. A periodic duct cleaning will address this issue, and a skilled technician will be able to access spots that you can’t.
- UV Germicidal Lights: On a continuing basis, UV lights will break down harmful bacteria, mold spores and viruses floating in your air system. A UV light system can be installed inside ductwork in conjunction with a particle air filter. This type of system is ideal for individuals who suffer from frequent allergies, illnesses and fatigue.
- Humidification System: A humidification system is the opposite of a dehumidification system and inserts moisture into dry air. Humid air makes the air feel warmer, which can save energy costs in the winter. Humidifiers also prevent illnesses and problems associated with dry air, such as respiratory problems and dry skin. Use a humidifier if your home gets uncomfortably dry during the winter.
For more information on how to improve the air quality in your Southwest Ohio home, contact us at Ace Hardware Home Services.We provide Dayton area residents with expert HVAC service and can recommend the best indoor air quality system for your home.
Our goal is to help educate our customers about energy and home comfort issues (specific to HVAC systems). For more information about indoor air quality and other HVAC topics, download our free Home Comfort Resource guide.
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