{"id":1149,"date":"2011-12-28T08:00:45","date_gmt":"2011-12-28T13:00:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carneyphc.com\/blog\/?p=1149"},"modified":"2019-07-24T14:58:08","modified_gmt":"2019-07-24T18:58:08","slug":"5-ways-to-improve-iaq-and-reduce-air-pollution","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carneyallseasons.com\/blog\/indoor-air-quality\/5-ways-to-improve-iaq-and-reduce-air-pollution\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Ways to Improve IAQ and Reduce Air Pollution"},"content":{"rendered":"

Your\u00a0Horsham\u00a0home may be haven for pollutants that can cause irritation to the upper respiratory system of anyone who comes inside. These allergens and pollutants are easy to remove however by taking some simple steps such as the five listed below:<\/p>\n

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  1. HEPA Filtration \u2013 Step one is to use HEPA filtration to remove as much of what is on the floor as possible through vacuuming. HEPA vacuum cleaners can remove years of cleaners, solvents, dander, mineral build ups and other toxins that tend to accumulate in spaces that normal vacuums cannot reach. It may be a bit of an investment, but a high powered vacuum cleaner can have a tremendously positive impact on your lifestyle and reduce pollutants.<\/li>\n
  2. Stop Outside Stuff from Coming In \u2013 Some of the worst pollutants your home will face are from outside. So, make sure you have doormats at every door and that your family and friends remove their shoes before coming inside. You can have a second mat inside as a friendly reminder that cleaning the shoes is not an option but a strict necessity.<\/li>\n
  3. Humidity Helps \u2013 Humidity levels between 30% and 50% reduce the presence of dust mites, molds, bacteria and many other indoor pollutants. Air conditioning<\/a> in the summer is helpful to reduce humidity, though a dehumidifier<\/a> is recommended for those days when the temperature doesn\u2019t justify full blown air conditioning. Additionally, look for sources of excess humidity like leaky pipes, standing water, or clothes drying.<\/li>\n
  4. Radon Testing \u2013 We\u2019ve recently discovered that Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States each year and can be present in almost any home. It is not a location specific pollutant, so it\u2019s important to have your indoor air tested for Radon as soon as you move into a new home. Once testing is done, have any problems repaired immediately.<\/li>\n
  5. Cut the Chemicals \u2013 There are a number of high quality household cleaners that don\u2019t contain chemicals. Avoid ammonia, bleach and other chemical laden cleaners that can inflame allergies and pollute the water supply. Your home will be just as clean and you won\u2019t feel uncomfortable afterwards.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Proper cleaning and careful selection of compounds and what goes into your air will help you avoid creating new air quality problems in the house. Done right, this process will make everyone in your home feel more comfortable.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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