Did you know the air inside your home might actually be more polluted than that outside? You could be exacerbating allergies and giving yourself avoidable colds, all without knowing it. Fortunately, there are a few ways to tune up your HVAC system and make sure you’re breathing cleanly when you’re relaxing inside this winter. 

How to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality

1. Buy the Right Vacuum

Even if you vacuum the floors on a regular basis, if your appliance doesn’t have a HEPA filter, it’s likely not picking up all the contaminants inside. This component ensures the dirt and debris that are sucked up remain inside the bag rather than being blown out through the exhaust and back into the air you’re breathing again.

2. Clean Your HVAC System

Especially if your HVAC system has ducts, it will accumulate a variety of toxins over time, all of which will circulate back into the air you’re breathing in the house. Have the unit cleaned before the start of each season by a professional, and swap out the filters once every month or so for your health.

3. Use Door Mats

Residents and visitors alike bring in a surprising amount of dirt on their shoes. Place doormats in front of every entryway and encourage people to either remove their shoes or wipe their feet before coming in to proactively prevent toxins from getting into the house. This precaution will also cut down on the amount of cleaning you need to do each week.

Prepare your HVAC system for the winter and ensure the air you’re breathing is clean with the help of Sunshine Air Conditioning and Heating. Serving Yorktown, Peekskill, and northern Westchester County, NY, the company offers repairs and maintenance and has been in business for 19 years. Each of their team members has nearly 30 years of experience. To learn more about their services, call (914) 245-2050 or visit them online today.