Ways to Clean and Sanitize Your Indoor Air

Are you concerned about the indoor air quality of your home? In recent years, it seems that many people are worried about what’s lurking inside their home.

Whether it is from pet dander or things that people are tracking in on their shoes, there are all sorts of stuff floating around in the air that is harmful. Those occasional sinus headaches and bouts with runny noses could be all because of your poor indoor air.

Ways to Improve Your Space

There are some things that are a no-brainer when it comes to purifying the air. Smoking cigarettes is something that should not be done many reasons, but if you must smoke, do it outside. Nothing releases toxins into the air as quickly as smoking. The same goes for fireplaces and candles.

Because they use open flames, they too release massive amounts of toxins. Any kerosene fueled appliance should not be used. These are the most dangerous to the family.

Don't Overlook Critical Areas

Some things are obvious culprits of toxins. Windows should be kept closed when the pollen count is high. However, they should be opened when it is low to help refresh the home. Your garage area should be kept closed most of the time, especially if its attached to the home. Also, use weather stripping around the doors and windows to ensure no gets in or out.

You probably don’t think about your basement as being a hotbed of activity. Air quality is usually poor in a basement or crawl space. The air downstairs always works out into the upstairs.

If you think this is a farce, try taking a can of spray paint down in the area and spraying it. Wait and see how long it takes to drift into other parts of the house. That musty and dirty smell that some basements have, well it is polluting your space.

A Clean Home Is A Healthy Home

Everyone hates to dust, but dusting is great because it gets rid of pollutants. Never use dry dusting methods, as it just spreads it around. Use vinegar and some water to give your furniture shine and remove toxins.

If you can afford to, get rid of carpets inside the home. Carpets harbors dust and mites, among other things. Hardwood floors, even laminate, are a cleaner option.

Cleaning the HVAC vents in the home is also advised. Anything you can do to improve your home's air quality will only make the home safer. Who doesn't want a safe home anyway?

Find out more ways to clean your Colonial Heights home indoor air. Just call Colonial Plumbing & Heating Co., Inc. at (804) 526-8415 today, and breathe in the fresh air.