From dust mites and pet dander to pollen, there is a myriad of irritants that can make your home’s indoor air less than perfect.

Thankfully, with a few helpful tips, you can improve air quality inside your home for a cleaner environment.

Read on to discover how to improve indoor air quality so that you and your family can breathe easier.

Dust and Vacuum Often

Loose dust can easily get into the air, causing you to have sniffles and start to sneeze. Try to dust all of the surfaces in your home at least once a week to keep dust particles to a minimum.

If you have carpeting, try to vacuum every other day, or once a week at the very least. This is especially important if you have pets, or if someone in the household has allergies.

Mop hard surface flooring weekly, since it can also be a dust magnet. If you have area rugs, be sure to vacuum those weekly, too so that you minimize the amount of dirt, pet hair, and other particles floating around inside your home.

Improve Air Quality by Changing Filters

Your home’s HVAC system uses an air filter for two reasons: to protect the system and to filter excess particles from the air. Ideally, you should change the filter every month to keep things running smoothly.

Make a note every time you change the filter and set a monthly reminder. A clogged air filter can do serious damage to your home’s HVAC unit, and it can also make indoor air quality much worse.

It’s also important to have your HVAC inspected and serviced annually. This will ensure that there are no hidden leaks or other issues hiding that you can’t see.

Focus on Ventilation

Another easy way to improve air quality indoors is to make sure your home is getting adequate ventilation. A stuffy home can keep dirty and stagnant air inside, and it may also encourage mold growth if there’s any moisture lurking around.

Use ceiling fans in bedrooms and in the main living area to keep the air moving so that it’s fresh and not stale. When it’s nice outside, open the windows and let some fresh air in while letting all of that old, stale air out.

Use the fan over your oven whenever you cook to keep fumes out of the air and make sure you turn the bathroom exhaust fan on whenever you bathe or shower. With the right ventilation, your indoor air quality should begin to improve drastically.

Breathe Easier

By keeping your home clean, taking care of the HVAC system, and getting the right ventilation, you can easily improve air quality inside your home. Cleaner air should mean fewer allergies and easier breathing for everyone.

If you’re in North Port, Florida, and the surrounding areas, contact us today and we’ll be happy to schedule your AC service needs.