During mild weather seasons, you likely don’t need to run the air conditioner often. The unit, however, plays a significant role in maintaining your indoor air quality. Fortunately, there are several other ways to make sure your home stays fresh; here are a few of those options.

How to Ensure High Indoor Air Quality

1. Dust Surfaces

It’s common for homes to feel stuffy and musky at times. Prevent this by dusting your blinds, shelves, and other surfaces. It’s also a good idea to clean your ductwork and replace the air filters, even when the HVAC system is not in use. 

2. Clean Fabrics

Give your drapes, carpets, rugs, and upholstery a deep cleaning every now and then. Doing so will remove debris and microbes that tend to produce odors and irritate allergies. Wash your bedsheets regularly, too, to promote better indoor air quality. 

3. Open Windows

When the weather is crisp and breezy during the fall and spring, open your windows to let fresh air into the rooms. Doing so is especially helpful at night when temperatures cool. Keep the ceiling fans running to ensure it circulates well. 

4. Run Your AC Periodically 

Even when you don’t need the air conditioner to stay comfortable, run it a few times a week. Having it on will freshen the indoor air via circulation and ventilation. It will also prevent mold and mildew from building up in the unit. 

Maintain a healthy indoor air quality with an HVAC system from Colburns Heating & Air Conditioning. In addition to air conditioners, they also provide boilers and furnaces to get you ready for the frigid winter in Southwestern, NY, and Northwester PA. If a unit is acting up, their specialists will stop by for duct cleaning, inspections, and repairs. Call (716) 569- 3695 today to schedule an appointment. Visit them online to browse through flexible financing options and find out more about their services.