Spring is a great time to freshen up your house from the inside out. Many people use this time to go purge clothes, change seasonal décor, and clean those nooks and crannies that have been neglected all winter long. You can also do things to help clean up the air inside your house. After spending a whole stuffy season indoors, here are some tips on how to purify the air in your home.

Air to Air Exchanger

A well sealed home is an energy-efficient home. However, when your house is airtight, it can affect the air quality. In order to avoid unhealthy or unwanted indoor breathing conditions, consider an air to air exchanger. When installed, it pushes out pollutants in the air while bringing small, steady amounts of fresh air in. Air to air exchangers also save energy so you can still keep your home eco-friendly.

Plants

Not only are houseplants excellent decoration around your home, but they can also help improve indoor air quality. Both the leaves and the roots are useful for removing toxins in the air. Carbon dioxide, ​​benzene, formaldehyde, carbon monoxide and nitrogen dioxide are all hazardous elements that plants have the power to absorb from the air. If you aren’t sure what plant to start with, spider plants, jade plants, bromeliads, dracaenas, and Caribbean tree cactuses are all known for their ability to purify the air. 

Air Purifier Devices

The name says it all! Air purifiers are a great way to clean up your indoor air quality. These devices work especially well if you have or are living with people who have asthma. They help remove mold, smoke, and allergens from the air. Air purifiers also come in a variety of sizes and shapes so it’s likely you’ll be able to find one to work with your space. Learn about the types of air purifiers.

Air Conditioner Cleaning

This is one part of your spring cleaning you can ask someone else to do. It’s recommended you have an HVAC professional come and clean your air conditioner once a year. The best time to do that is in the spring because you’ll be getting ready to use it more and more. Giving your air conditioner a cleaning naturally gets rid of unwanted particles in your air and will also extend the longevity of your AC unit. 

Open Your Windows

When all else fails, do it the old fashioned way. Opening your windows immediately creates ventilation in your home. Even five minutes of open windows can help cycle out stale air and help a room feel less stuffy. Installing screens on your windows makes it easy to keep them open for longer periods of time without risking bugs or critters making their way in. When you’re cleaning the rest of your house, especially if you’re using cleaning products, be sure to keep your windows open while you work. The fresh breeze will make everything feel and smell revitalized — which is why so many cleaning products have open windows on their labels.

Fresh Exchange

Now when someone says “Tell me how to purify air in my home,” you’ll be confident you have the answers. Some you can do on your own and some, like air to air exchangers, require a little help from your friendly HVAC specialist. To learn more about how an air to air exchanger could benefit your home, contact Welter Heating to speak to a trained and Minnesota certified professional.