Originally published Jan. 14, 2020, updated Jan. 18 2022
Throughout the winter in Harris County, Georgia, you probably stay inside more to be warm and comfortable. But sometimes the air inside your home isn’t as pure as you would expect. Turning on the heat, and closing your windows can contribute to decreasing the indoor air quality since less fresh air circulates. Find out some other factors that lower the quality of your indoor air.
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)
As one of the main contributors to unhealthy indoor air, volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are pollutants from household cleaners, air fresheners, paints, and other chemicals. To make sure your house doesn’t have excessive VOCs, increase the ventilation in your home when working on remodeling projects, and avoid harsh cleaning chemicals.
Smoke
Almost 5,000 toxins are found in cigarette smoke, making it an extremely toxic indoor pollutant. Even if you aren’t a smoker yourself, but someone in your house is, you’re at risk of secondhand smoke ailments, including cancer, stroke, and heart attack. Another culprit are wood-burning fireplaces. If you have a wood-burning fireplace or stove, invest in an air purifier to keep pollutants out of the air.
Pets
Your pets might be part of your family, but they can affect your indoor air quality. Avoid having them sleep in your bedroom or on furniture. If possible, have your pet bathed every week. To combat pet dander, make sure you change out your air filter and vacuum regularly, especially if you have family members with pet dander allergies. This helps ensure that the air circulating in your home is free of contaminants.
The best way to improve your home’s air quality is to avoid common pollutants. Take preventive measures to keep the air clean in your home, so you can feel confident about spending your winter indoors. Contact Indoor Solutions to schedule an inspection of your indoor air quality. We also have the products that will improve your indoor air to a healthy level.
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