3 Ways to Improve Your Home’s Air Quality This Winter

Is your Yuma, Arizona, home suffering from poor indoor air quality? If so, you might be experiencing a number of symptoms, from recurring allergies to exacerbated asthma attacks. Put an end to your cycle of respiratory problems by using the following tips to improve your home’s air quality.

Clean Regularly

Pet dander, dust mites, and pollen are the major contributors to bad air quality in the home. By cleaning regularly, you can prevent these particles from circulating in the air you breathe. Vacuum rugs and wash your linens at least once a week and clean kitchen and bathroom counters at least twice a week. This should keep these particles under control so they don’t cause problems.

Get a Humidifier

Air in the winter can get very dry, especially in Arizona. Luckily, you can combat this with a humidifier. A humidifier monitors the level of moisture in the air and adds more water vapor to keep the humidity around 30 to 60 percent. Of course, if your air is too humid, a dehumidifier will remove moisture from the air to prevent the growth of bacteria that could make you sick.

Change Your Air Filter

One of the simplest yet most important things you can do to control your air quality is to change your HVAC system’s air filter on a regular basis. Try to do so at the start of every season so you don’t forget. Air filters capture particles and contaminants in your air so they aren’t recirculated throughout your home. Plus, with a clean air filter, your HVAC system will run far more efficiently, saving you money on your utility bills.

For more help improving your home’s air quality this winter, contact Quick Refrigeration. We offer numerous indoor air quality solutions to keep you and your family safe, such as ventilators, whole-house air cleaners, ultraviolet lights, and more. Call us today at 928-220-8108 to speak with a NATE-certified technician and find out which air quality options might be right for you.

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