Colton, California, homes rely on their air conditioning system to ensure that the house remains cool and that the air stays fresh and clean. However, there are factors that can interfere with the quality of your indoor air. Learn some common causes of indoor air pollution and how a well-maintained HVAC system can help to keep your air clean and your family healthy.
Dirt and Dust
Every HVAC system has an air filter, which helps to catch the dirt and dust that naturally get into your air just from daily living. This is how the system helps to keep your indoor air clean. Inevitably, this dust builds up on your filter, which is why it’s vital to change your air filter regularly. If you don’t, the system can clog and the dust can back up in your ducts.
Household Cleaning Products
Many household cleaning products contain harmful chemicals like bleach, ammonia, or other volatile organic compounds. These can pollute your air and trigger symptoms like headaches, skin irritation, and allergy attacks from overexposure.
Deodorizers, Perfumes, and Fragrances
Many substances that are used in various fragrances like perfumes, colognes, and room deodorizers use synthetic chemicals that can cause your air to be less pure than you would prefer. People who are sensitive to these chemicals can experience reactions like allergies.
Pet Dander
Pet dander can get into your ductwork just like dust and dirt. When they circulate through your home, they can trigger allergic responses.
Combustion Pollutants
Gases and particles that are emitted and created by fuel-burning appliances, like nitrogen dioxide and carbon monoxide, can pollute the air in your home and make it dangerous. Often these occur when appliances aren’t properly ventilated.
One of the best ways to keep your air clean is to have a professional HVAC technician clean and maintain your furnace regularly. Call Hush Air Heating & Air Conditioning at 951-789-4148 for a consultation about cleaning your home’s indoor air today!
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