When it comes to staying comfortable and healthy in your home, indoor air quality is essential. Luckily, there are a handful of simple things you can do to prevent odors and allergy flare-ups and breathe more easily in your space. Here are four tips your HVAC contractor might suggest to improve your indoor air quality.

4 Ways to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality

1. Promote Ventilation

Homes quickly begin to feel stuffy and produce musky aromas in the absence of healthy ventilation. The trick is to keep air flowing consistently throughout the house, so run your ceiling fans, and keep the doors inside your home open. Use box or tower fans for additional circulation. 

2. Change Filters Often

Dirty air filters cause dust and microbes to circulate through your ductwork, creating unpleasant smells and making you more susceptible to allergy issues. Clean or swap out your filter once per month. If you have pets or smoke indoors, you may want to change the filter twice as often. If you have central air, scheduling a duct cleaning appointment with an HVAC contractor can also help keep dust and allergens from circulating. 

3. Invest in a Dehumidifier 

Mold and mildew buildup can also affect your indoor air quality. Excessive moisture is the most common culprit. Purchase a dehumidifier to regulate humidity levels and stay healthy, or talk to an HVAC contractor about installing a system that comes with a dehumidifier built into the unit.

4. Choose Air Purification Systems

Air purification systems are the best way to remove dust, allergens, and even some bacteria. They capture dirt and debris before they enter your HVAC system, which will increase the unit’s energy efficiency and airflow. In addition to making your house more comfortable, they also buffer the wear and tear on your HVAC system, which could extend its useful life expectancy. 

Keep your household healthy with air purification solutions from Tomax Heating & Cooling. They offer installation and repair services for central air conditioning systems, furnaces, and water heaters throughout New Haven County, CT. Call (203) 752-8430 today to schedule an indoor air consultation with a professional. You can also visit Tomax Heating & Cooling online to learn more about the HVAC contractors and their services.