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Colds and Flu – Does Indoor Air Quality Play a Part?

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This is definitely cold and flu season!  Wow!  Schools have even taken days off because so many students and teachers have been affected.  We have probably all been affected by it one way or another.  So, the question is, how can we avoid the colds and flu?  Or, at the very least, reduce the symptoms and duration if we can’t avoid it altogether?  Those are huge questions and there is no one answer.  However, there are a few things we can put in place to at least give us a fighting chance.

First, the quality of the air we are breathing in our homes does play a part.  Obviously once the viruses which cause the colds and flu come into our homes it gets tricky.  Air purifiers are the best bet here.  Just be sure they are quality purifiers made to filter out the smallest pollutants.  Of course, as we generally suggest, get some fresh air introduced as well.  And, always make sure to keep the air filters clean/changed.  If the colds/flu keep recirculating through your family perhaps consider air duct cleaning as well.  Especially if you’ve not had the ducts cleaned in the last five to seven years.

After that it’s the stuff we really already know.  Wash your hands constantly! Try to avoid tight spaces and/or close contact with those who are already sick.  For those of you with kids in school, give those backpacks and lunchboxes a good scrub. Perhaps even consider sending the coats, gloves, hats etc. through a good wash. Remind your kids also to keep their hands away from their eyes, noses and mouths.  I definitely know that is easier said than done.

Of course, if you already feel that cold/flu coming on get lots of rest and drink plenty of fluids.  Those words of advice have not changed for eons and won’t anytime soon.  Here’s to doing our best to protect ourselves and our families from the cold/flu season!!

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Indoor Air Quality-VERY IMPORTANT

WOW! What a crazy, crazy time we are in the middle of. Believe me I’m living it right along with everyone. Being in this industry as long as I have my mind can’t help but go straight to the importance of clean indoor air. However, I’m not panicked about it. Merely becoming more aware and paying much more attention.

Because we are being urged to stay inside as much as possible, I thought I would revisit some tips for keeping our indoor air as fresh and clean as possible. First, please be sure your HVAC system is running well and efficiently, including changing the filters regularly. Yes, of course vacuum often (you can even turn it into a dance with your vacuum;)). Even give your soft furniture surfaces a good vacuuming. Dust often as well. Also, let some fresh air in by slightly opening a few windows.

Since we are also probably doing more cooking at home, make sure your ventilation in the kitchen is working properly. Clean the filter there as well. Be careful with cleaning products that can release harmful fumes into your indoor breathing atmosphere. Opt for more organic cleaning products such as vinegar and, of course, steam.

Of course, you’ve probably thought of all this already. Just thought I would throw it out there. If you would like to take it a step further, consider air purification. We actually have several great products available. Check out our website or give us a call. 615-244-1785

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Love and Your Indoor Air

Well, it is the month when love is in the air. Honestly, we should always have love “in the air”. But, that is all that should be in your indoor breathing air. We should be doing our best to keep all the harmful things out of our indoor breathing air. And what could be more loving than that. How do we go about that?

First, clean often. Especially vacuuming and mopping can keep particulates from getting into your breathing atmosphere. If you use a vacuum with a HEPA filter it helps even more.

Second, take out the garbage often. The gases and odors that ruminate from the garbage can get quickly into the indoor air. Get that stuff out of there quickly.

Next, keep the surfaces in your kitchen as clean as possible. That too can affect the breathing atmosphere.

Fourth, always make sure your home is well ventilated. That may even mean opening your window even for a few minutes during the colder months.

Last, but certainly not least, change your air filters consistently. The rule of thumb is generally once a month.

All of these things will help keep your indoor air clean and fresh. And what is more loving than that!

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New Year…New Indoor Air

It’s that time when all of the holiday decorations have hopefully been put away. And, you’ve probably been doing a lot of cleaning. That’s a good thing. When you are doing all that don’t forget the indoor air.

Believe it nor not… all of those decorations, the heater, the fireplace, the cooking, the gifts can all wreak havoc on the indoor air. Make sure you are starting out the new year with clean air filters, super vacuumed floors, well mopped floors, dusted surfaces. Even washing the blankets and bedding can help improve the indoor air. I know it seems like a lot of work, and it is. But, the benefits will be worth it. Give it a try and see if you agree!

1 Comment

  1. Adrienne
    February 11, 2017 @ 9:25 pm

    I am currently down with the flu as I am typing! I landed on your blog for a different topic last week and here I am again as I’m searching for remedies to lessen the severity of flu symptoms. It is BRUTAL this year.