Improving Indoor Air Quality with HVAC Upgrades

01 Apr Improving Indoor Air Quality with HVAC Upgrades

SERVING AREAS OF BRISTOL, JOHNSON CITY, AND KINGSPORT TN

Did you know there’s a job that your HVAC does that is just as big and important as cooling your home during summer? Your system is responsible for purifying the air inside your home, too, which can shockingly contain more pollutants than outdoor air!

If anyone in your home suffers from allergies, asthma or sinus issues, you’ll want to know about a few minor upgrades to your HVAC system that our licensed electricians in the Tri-cities area explain can help improve the air quality in your home. Keep reading for tips on how you can make a healthier living environment inside your home.

Use high-efficiency filters

Not all air filters are created equal. While more expensive than standard filters, high-efficiency filters reduce airborne pathogens like dust mites, pollen and pet dander. Filtering these pollutants from the air will increase air quality and make it easier for people to breathe inside your home. This will significantly increase the overall quality of life for anyone in your home, especially those who suffer with allergies and/or asthma.

Invest in an air purifier

Air purifiers are especially important for allergy sufferers. They purify the air by trapping allergens like mold spores and other pollutants before you breathe them in. This keeps contaminants out of the air inside your home, which often results in allergy-symptom relief. For maximum benefit, consider investing in a higher-grade, energy-efficient, professional air purifier.

Clean ducts regularly

Dust, dirt and debris can build up over time in your HVAC ductwork. Our HVAC pros in Johnson City are trained to professionally clean ducts, removing contaminants that end up in your air and irritate allergy symptoms for those who suffer with them. Removing the debris has an added benefit beyond purifying air: it can lengthen the lifespan of your HVAC system by removing potential clogs in the ducts that cause a system to have to work too hard to cool the home.

Control humidity

Humidity in the Southeast can get out of hand in the heat of summer. High humidity that is uncontrolled inside your home can foster the growth of mold, bacteria, viruses and other contaminants. Your HVAC system helps to dehumidify the air inside your home. But it’s a big job, so the system sometimes needs an extra push. Consider adding a dehumidifier to your home that allows you to control the level of humidity in the air indoors.

Add ventilation

Ventilation inside your home can be as simple as raising windows. But for people who suffer from allergies, this may worsen an air quality issue instead of bettering it. One alternative is to ask our HVAC experts in Kingsport about upgrading your HVAC to include additional fans, mainly in the kitchen and bathroom to push contaminants outdoors and increase ventilation inside.

Seal cracks and gaps

Particles from outdoor air can easily encroach into your home through gaps and cracks often found around doors and windows. Air quality inside your home can be improved by simply sealing the cracks and gaps to keep outdoor air from seeping indoors. Some sealants even contain allergen-repellant ingredients.

HVAC Specialists in Bristol, Johnson City, and Kingsport, TN

Everyone can benefit from cleaner indoor air, especially people who suffer from allergies, asthma or chronic sinus issues. Look to the provided tips to help your HVAC purify the air inside your home. If you need help with any upgrades, our licensed electricians in the Tri-cities area at Thompson Electrical Service are happy to provide help and suggestions. Call us at (423) 343-5726 to schedule a consultation, or reach out to us online today.