With the cold weather here, our windows are closed up and our furnaces start working hard to keep to keep us warm. Although it’s easier to breathe for those with asthma and allergies, fall and winter can be particularly hard to get through just the same. Reducing the air circulation inside your home can trap dust, allergens, mildew, toxins or bacteria in your air causing your home to poor indoor air quality. It’s important to tackle those problems head on. If you would like to improve your home’s indoor air quality this season, here are a few helpful tips:
New technology has made it easier for pollutants and contaminants to be removed from the air. At Blue Flame Heating & Air Conditioning, we recommend considering and air purification system like the Air Scrubber Plus. It uses ActivePure technology sends scrubbers into your home’s environment, working 24/7, to reduce contaminants in the air and surfaces of the home. The difference in air quality is noticeable; the air is fresher and the surfaces are cleaner, with an up to 99% reduction in contaminants on surfaces, like kitchen sinks, keyboards and doorknobs. Dust, allergens, mildew and odor-causing bacteria are proven to be significantly reduced from the indoor environment with Air Scrubber Plus. This means you can breathe easier and safer without any extra hassle.
Dust and toxins can accumulate in your home. It’s important to vacuum, dust and clean regularly to reduce the build up of allergens in your home. There are also products available that can help keep your air fresher and cleaner for longer.
One of the best ways to improve indoor air quality is with circulation of fresh air. The weather might be cooling down but it’s a good idea to open your windows or doors to let in fresh air.
When is the last time you replaced your air filter? Air filters should be checked and cleaned every 3 months and changed anywhere from 6 months to a year.
Have you cleaned your ducts lately? Over the years, air ducts can become contaminated with dust, mold, particles and even debris. Cleaning ductwork can be easily done with a vacuum or brush. Additionally, you can hire a professional to get the cleaning done properly.
With today’s tightly sealed and well insulated homes, carbon monoxide can accumulate to hazardous levels in a short period of time. Therefore, it’s critical to have working carbon monoxide detectors in your home. At Blue Flame Heating & Air Conditioning, we recommend scheduling an annual heating system tune-up. This is essential to maintaining the safety and reliability of your gas furnace. Your technician will clean and check the furnace burners and test for the presence of carbon monoxide.
At Blue Flame Heating & Air Conditioning LLC, we know the importance of indoor air quality. Our technicians can help you take the necessary steps to reduce pollutants and ensure your home or office has good, clean air circulating. If you need help with a furnace tune-up, cleaning your ductwork or would like to install an air purifier, contact Blue Flame Heating & Air Conditioning today!
