With increased travel, construction, and cottonwood—dust levels are high this season. If you’re left wondering why your house is still so dusty even after cleaning, we have some answers for you.
Poor Airflow
Poor airflow can cause dust and dirt to settle quickly onto surfaces throughout your home. Properly maintaining your HVAC system is key to ensuring appropriate air distribution. You should also consider installing ceiling fans to help with air circulation.
Dirty HVAC Filter
An important factor in HVAC maintenance is your systems air filter. A dirty filter cannot effectively trap particles, leading to faster dust buildup in your living spaces. Be sure to change your HVAC filter regularly, and consider upgrading to a better quality, high MERV rating air filter that can collect finer dust particles. Visit our online store to explore your options.
Clogged Ductwork
Dust doesn’t just collect on the surface—it resides on the innerworkings of your home as well. Overtime, your ductwork can become clogged with dust and debris that continue to circulate throughout your home and contribute to poor airflow, allergies, and respiratory issues. The solution to this is simply scheduling a routine Duct Cleaning with our highly trained professionals.
Humidity
Mold and dust mites thrive in humid environments. This is why it’s important to keep humidity levels balanced in the home (recommended 40%-50%). If you struggle with humidity in your space, consider a whole-home dehumidifier to pull excess moisture from the air with one efficient system.
Air Quality
Each of the issues we’ve stated so far plays a big role in your home’s air quality, as having a dusty home can negatively impact your health. If you or someone in your household suffers from allergies or respiratory illness, or is experiencing throat irritation and coughing, take the next step in improving your indoor air quality with an air purifier. Our indoor air quality experts can help you select the best air purification system for your home to help reduce these symptoms and remove dust particles from the air.
While dusting is an important part of keeping your home and air clean, don’t neglect these other areas. Call AMi to schedule your routine home services. When it comes to home maintenance, we put your comfort first and are ready to help you breathe easier.
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