5 ways to improve your winter IAQ

The weather outside may be blustery and cold but it’s possible it’s still in better condition than the air you’re breathing inside your home this winter.

Because we have closed off our homes to protect them from the cold air, we can also close them off to fresh air. This can create unhealthy Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) that could leave you and your family struggling to stay healthy this winter.

Your Brooklyn heating experts at Petri Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drain Cleaning, Heating, Cooling & Drain Cleaning offer the following tips to help you breathe easier until the weather is warm enough to open the windows.

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1. Change air filters regularly. Most air filters require you to change them once every three months, but you should change them more frequently if you have a lot of pet hair, a smoker in the home or simply suspect they may be getting dirty more often. This tip is also good for the life and efficiency of your heating system.
2. Keep your home clean. You should regularly vacuum and dust to rid your home of dust mite debris, pet dander and other pollutants.
3. Decorate with plants. Greenery is nature’s air purifier. Having plants in your home not only provides you with cleaner air, but they also liven up your space.
4. Install an air purifier. You can opt for a portable air purifier or have a whole-home purifying system added to your HVAC system. Either way, an air filtration system can remove airborne particles, eliminate bacteria and neutralize odors.
5. Have your ductwork cleaned. If your home or ductwork is more than 10 years old and you don’t know if your ductwork has ever been cleaned, now may be the time to have it done. Clean ductwork can also make it harder for mold to grow and dust to build up, which results in fewer sick days.

The clean air professionals at Petri can help you determine if your IAQ is suffering and can recommend a variety of solutions to help your family avoid pollutants when your home is closed up to the elements.

If you’re ready for fresher air, call us today at (718) 748-1254 to set up an IAQ testing consultation. Whether you need your ductwork cleaned or an air filtration system, we can help you breathe better fast.