Although being exposed to the risks of environmental pollution is unavoidable, we can make some informed choices about our indoor air quality. After all, change starts at home.
Researchers say that air inside homes can be more polluted and poisonous than the outdoor air in most industrialized cities. The risks may be greater when the unhealthy air is trapped in confined spaces. The danger is more for children, the elderly, and those suffering from chronic respiratory or cardiovascular illnesses.
Most homes have more than one source of air pollutants like gas, tobacco, etc. So read ahead to find out how some tips can come to your rescue.
Table of Contents
1. Sufficient Ventilation To Reduce The Risk Factor
While the air outside has pollutants from individual sources like factories or cars, the indoor air accumulates many sources and has more health risks. This requires some procedures and steps to eliminate the existing pollutants and prevent the new problems from surfacing.
Mechanical heating, cooling and ventilation systems can fester poor air quality in homes. The risks are more for homes with inadequate ventilation because there’s not enough outdoor air to carry the pollutants outside. In danger are children, senior citizens, people with respiratory illnesses and immunodeficiency diseases. So always buy/rent or prepare a house with enough ventilation.
2. Routine Deep Cleaning
A clean house with routine deep cleaning emits way lesser harmful pollutants than a house that is unclean and poorly ventilated. This is because some building materials, furnishings and cleaning products continuously emit pollutants. When a house is ill-maintained but is upholstered and furnished, the pollutants are more prone to clinging to the fabrics.
When you hire a professional cleaning company, they first assess your house. It helps them understand which products or carpet cleaners to buy and use on a particular surface. This protects your belongings from damage caused during maintenance. Professional cleaners are trained to understand the needs of a house and how to maintain it for longer periods.
Their use of industry-grade cleaning products and equipment removes some stubborn stains and smells. This gives your house a fresher look and feel. With deep cleaning regularly, the chances of pathogenic bacteria and fungi growth are significantly reduced.
3. Repair Work And Maintenance
Contaminated or inaccurately placed ventilation systems do not allow fresh air into the house. The polluted air can be carcinogenic in the long run. It doesn’t help the environment and nor does it help boost your overall peace of mind. If your air conditioner or refrigerator is having costly breakdowns despite all repairs, you better replace it.
This can also help cut down on your energy bills. Regular maintenance increases the longevity of your appliance and home. Use products that are covered under warranty and are government certified so that you can submit a repair claim if anything goes wrong. Maintenance can also help safeguard the residents from deadly carbon monoxide emissions.
4. The Reduced Carbon Footprint For Better Mental Health
When you buy products with certification, it helps you understand the impact they can have on your house and the environment. Investing in preventative measures and appliances like air purifiers gives you the comfort of knowing that you’ve taken the necessary precautions.
Conclusion
Often a resident can take the appropriate precautions or actions to eliminate the sources of pollution, increase ventilation or install air-cleaning devices. However, if you’re living in an apartment, you should report the problem to the building owner or manager ASAP!
Author Bio: This guest post is from Jenny Patel.