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Improving the Quality of the Air You’re Now Spending Most of Your Time In


improving air qualityDue to the COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve all been spending more time in our homes than we ever have, which means that the air quality inside of your home is more important than ever before. Although your home’s air quality should always be a priority, it’s often an element that’s overlooked. However, the air in your home can be even more polluted than the air outside, and with the things we’re breathing in being top of mind right now, this is a great time to start improving your home’s indoor air quality (IAQ). The experts at Raynor Services are here with helpful information for improving the quality of the air in your home, so you can be confident that it is clean and healthy to breathe in.

 

COVID-19 and Its Impacts on Your Home’s IAQ

We all know that we are living in uncharted times, and we are all trying to navigate the many updates and challenges as best we can. However, many people are concerned about the air they are breathing while outside (as they should be) and are doing everything they can to minimize their risk by wearing a face mask outside and staying inside as much as possible. With that being said, COVID-19 spreads when a person who has the coronavirus deploys respiratory droplets into the air by coughing, sneezing and talking. To ensure everyone in your home is safe — and that the air they are breathing is healthy — you may want to consider installing an air scrubber. Although this won’t prevent you from contracting COVID-19 if someone in your household has the virus, it will help keep your home healthier when more people start visiting your home once life gets back to normal.

 

Air Pollutants and Their Effects in Your Home Before and After the COVID-19 Pandemic

Before the coronavirus quarantine, poor air quality inside of a home was still affecting people, far too often not to their knowledge. Unfortunately, most people blamed their sneezing, coughing, sore throats, itchy eyes and running noses on what’s growing, blooming and floating outside. Because of this, homeowners would close their windows and doors as a response to these symptoms, but doing this prevents air exchange and increases symptoms. Now that air quality is a main focus for people right now, incorporating an air scrubber will help with improving indoor air quality in your home long after this pandemic is over. Not only will an air scrubber keep a healthy amount of air exchange happening in your home, but it will also capture pollutants and release healthier, cleaner air.

 

We Know the Dangers of COVID-19, But Many Don’t Know the Dangers of Indoor Humidity

The heat and humidity of summer will be here soon, and although we’re all consumed with the dangers of COVID-19, there are dangers associated with humidity in your home. In fact, if you’re not taking advantage of the benefits of a dehumidifier, you’re home is prone to the following:

  • Excessive perspiration
  • Over-condensation from pipes and water containers
  • Warping of furniture and doors
  • Mold and mildew growth
  • Insect infestation

By installing a dehumidifier in your home, you’ll be able to decrease humidity while decreasing your chances of having to live with all of the above! Plus, lower energy bill costs and increased comfort levels are some other benefits of dehumidifiers, making it an investment that you and your family will enjoy for years to come.

 

If you need help improving indoor air quality in your home, we want you to know that the Raynor Services team is always here to help you. To schedule an appointment with us, contact us today!

 

 

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