Written on: April 15, 2022
While we’re spending more time outdoors lately, keeping the air inside our homes clean and healthy remains essential.
You can do that with indoor air quality equipment installed and serviced by the skilled service technicians at Santa Energy!
Why might you need indoor air quality equipment? Because your home’s HVAC system isn’t enough. Most HVAC air filters will trap some of the dust, dirt, pollen, and pet dander circulating through it. But it doesn’t get everything. And they don’t stop airborne viruses, germs, mold bacteria, or volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
Our Honeywell electronic air cleaner uses a three-stage filtration system to trap virtually all airborne particles as they pass through. Not only is your air cleaner and safer, but smells from cooking and other things are also gone.
Indoor air quality isn’t just about cleanliness. The humidity levels in your home matter as well. If the air in your home is too humid, mold and mildew can form, and the house will smell musty. Air that is too dry can damage wood flooring, furniture, trim, art, and electronics. It can also make you more susceptible to colds. These are why we also sell, install, and service whole-house humidifiers and dehumidifiers.
Pay attention to your air filter. Check your HVAC system’s air filter once a month and change it as needed. If you have pets, check the filter more frequently.
Keep the floors clean. Everyone’s feet bring a lot of dirt, dust, and allergens into your house. That’s especially true this time of year. Vacuum and/or mop on a regular basis and remove your shoes as soon as you walk in the door.
Add plants. Houseplants not only improve air quality by filtering toxins but also give back clean oxygen.
Have your ductwork cleaned. When ductwork is not properly cleaned and maintained, pollutants may settle and accumulate in the ductwork. Turning on your home’s central air conditioning system may stir up those pollutants and send them into your living areas, resulting in or exacerbating respiratory issues.
Do some decluttering. The papers and other assorted stuff accumulating on tables, counters, and other surfaces attract dust, which hurts your indoor air quality. Clear out the clutter regularly.
Contact the equipment experts at Santa Energy to get started on improving the indoor air quality in your home!