As the weather begins to cool down, your family may spend more time indoors, so it’s important to maintain excellent indoor air quality in your home. Doing so can help everyone breathe easier, relieving symptoms of asthma and allergies. Here are some ideas to keep impurities out of the air, ensuring a comfortable fall and winter.

How to Maintain Indoor Air Quality

1. Ventilate

When contaminants get into your air supply, you can remove them simply by filtering the air outside. This is especially important in areas like your bathroom and kitchen, where steam and smoke are common. Use the vent hood over your stove when cooking and make sure the fan and ventilation system in your bathroom is working when you take showers. Additionally, open the windows throughout your home on warmer fall days to let the air circulate and filter outside.

2. Change Filters

Your HVAC system has a filter that is designed to catch debris traveling through the air. Over time, that filter can get clogged, making it more difficult for air to circulate through your home properly and for the filter to continue catching harmful materials.

Check your filter monthly and change it when there’s a dark layer of dust or debris. Do the same for any filters in air purifiers or similar products around your home.

3. Control the Humidity

Humidity levels can also make a major impact on your indoor air quality. If it’s too humid, mold and mildew spores can form and spread. Overly dry air can feel harsh and lead to sinus and skin irritation. Prevent this by utilizing a humidifier in the winter and a dehumidifier in the summer. You can have whole-house versions attached to your HVAC system or purchase standing units for specific rooms.

If you’re looking to improve your home’s indoor air quality, AAA Heating & Air Conditioning Service Inc. in Lexington, KY, can help. With more than 56 years in business, the HVAC contractor offers routine HVAC maintenance, furnace installations, repairs, and duct cleaning. The family-owned business is also dedicated to providing friendly and reliable service to every customer. Visit the company’s website to learn more about their indoor air quality options. You can also call (859) 254-8838 to speak with a technician.