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When you spend a lot of time in the home, the quality of the air you breathe affects your health, mood, and enjoyment of the property. While handling HVAC repair issues promptly will prevent outside contaminants from entering the home, upgrading your system in various ways can also ensure everyone breathes clean, healthy air. Below are several updates to consider.

How Can You Enhance a Home's Indoor Air Quality?

1. Invest in HEPA Filtration

If you have a standard filter in your HVAC system, you should replace this screen at least once every three months. Otherwise, the screen could become too clogged to trap new particles introduced into the system. While these screens are effective, installing a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) purifier can remove particles that regular filters cannot catch. These purifiers use pleated mechanical filters, and HVAC technicians install them in the return duct where air enters and leaves the system. They can remove 99.97% of airborne contaminants that are 0.3 microns in size, which includes pollen, mold spores, bacteria, viruses, and dust. 

2. Seal Air Ducts

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Gaps and cracks in ductwork allow outside contaminants to enter your home's HVAC system. They also let cold air from the air conditioning unit and heat from the furnace escape into walls and ceilings, leaving your home at an inconsistent temperature. The dust in the house infrastructure gets sucked into the channels through these openings, as well, filtering through vents into living spaces. An HVAC repair technician will secure loose connections to eliminate gaps and close holes with aluminum foil tape to create a durable barrier.

3. Install a Dehumidifier

If you notice condensation on the inside of your windows or the paint on the walls feels sticky, the humidity in your home might be too high. Showering, cooking, and running the washing machine can contribute to moisture buildup inside the house. An HVAC contractor can install a whole-house dehumidifier in a dedicated return duct to remove the water vapor from the air and deposit it outside. When you have a consistent humidity level, contaminants are less likely to accumulate, allowing everyone to breathe easier.

 

When you need help improving your home's indoor air quality, contact Double Click Air in Fort Walton Beach, FL. They have been serving residents throughout Okaloosa County for over 40 years. These HVAC repair technicians can install high-efficiency filters, perform duct cleaning, and set up whole-home purifiers to sterilize the air and keep allergens out of living spaces. Visit them online for more information about their services. Call (850) 685-6941 for an estimate. 

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