Creating a Healthier Home for Your Asthmatic Child

Homes are more airtight today than they were even a decade ago. This indoor environment can lead to poor indoor air quality that can make your child’s allergies and asthma worse. Learn what you can do to create a healthier indoor environment for your child in Indio, CA.

Reduce Environmental Triggers for a Healthier Home

A variety of particles that constantly circulate in the air can trigger allergies and asthma. Typical triggers include:

• Pollen
• Dust mites
• Mildew
• Pet dander
• Fumes from cleaning products
• Smoke

When you frequently run your central air conditioning system, the system’s air filter will trap many of these particles and clean your air.

What You Can Do on Your Own to Reduce Particulates

Cleaning your home at least once a week will reduce the amount of dust, pollen, pet dander and other triggers circulating in the air. Frequently wash bed linens and window covers, using hypoallergenic options where possible. Use a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA air filter to trap more particulates, and make sure that no one smokes inside the house.

Make Sure Your HVAC System Is in Good Condition

Over the course of a year, your HVAC system will accumulate dirt as well as the particulates that trigger symptoms. Scheduling annual preventive maintenance will help minimize accumulated dirt, and frequently changing the system’s filter will also trap more undesirable particles.

You could consider installing an air cleaner to help further reduce the presence of triggers.

Let All Knight Heating & Air Conditioning help you improve the indoor air quality of your Indio, CA, home. Contact us today to learn about how our HVAC services can give you a healthier home.

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