Warm weather will soon give way in the Dayton area to the cooler temperatures of fall. As fall and then winter advance, we’ll be spending more time indoors with the windows shut. Unfortunately, for many of us being closed up indoors means we’ll also be subjected to poor indoor air quality.
Allergy Triggers That May Lurk in Your Dayton Home
While staying indoors during our cold Southwest Ohio winter will protect you from the elements, it does expose you to other health and discomfort issues. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, staying indoors all winter will expose you to a variety of allergy triggers. Here are some of the most common household triggers for asthma […]
Allergies This Season Will Not Be a Problem With These Tips
Many allergy sufferers stay indoors in the fall to avoid high pollen counts that cause uncomfortable symptoms such as sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, runny noses and nasal congestion. Unfortunately, a well-sealed home can trap allergens such as animal dander, dust mites, mold spores and pollen. To make your home a safe haven from allergies this […]
These Allergen Triggers Can Wreak Havoc in Your Home
To ensure allergen triggers are kept to a minimum, it’s important to maintain your home’s air filtration systems and cleanliness standards. Dust mites, pollen and animal hair can be overlooked when cleaning by hand, so be sure to keep a maintenance schedule for inspecting and changing your HVAC filter. Keeping fans, registers and filters clean can have […]
Three Types of Indoor Air Pollution, and the Air Cleaning Solution That Will Help
There are three primary categories of indoor air pollution you should be aware of. Maintaining your health and the health of your family can depend on it. Eliminating each type requires a unique approach, though there are some systems that can be effective against them all. These three groups include: Floating particles: Dander, dust, and pollen Gaseous […]