Did you know that indoor air can be more polluted than the air outside? 

This is why it is important to learn how to improve indoor air quality. The first step in improving indoor air quality is investing in the best indoor air quality monitor. 

An indoor air quality monitor will give you a good baseline and enable you to track the effects of indoor air quality testing and techniques. Check out our tips below to learn more.

What Is Indoor Air Quality Monitoring?

That which is measured improves. This common saying applies just as much to indoor air quality.

An indoor air quality monitor will help you track the particles, gasses, and chemicals indoors. You might be breathing these things in on a daily basis without even realizing it. Air quality monitors read levels of carbon monoxide, mold spores, allergens, VOCs, and more.

The contaminants listed above are very common in most households. Frequent and monumental exposure causes a series of short and long-term health complications. These contaminants are present from occupancy as well as the building materials and furniture in our households. 

These materials emit gases called VOCs, volatile organic compounds, that can cause toxicity over time. 

It should be clear now the why of measuring indoor air quality. Now let’s discuss the how. How can you monitor your indoor air quality and how can you improve it?

How Is Indoor Air Quality Monitored?

Indoor air quality assessments cover a variety of physical and chemical contaminants. The lower the levels of these contaminants, dust, formaldehyde, carbon dioxide, and VOCs, the better. 

At AccuTemp, we test your indoor air quality and set up a system to purify your air for the long run. Then all you have to do is install your favorite air monitor like Speck, The Egg, uHoo, Sprimo, or Awair.

How to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality?

Now you understand how to check your air quality. Let’s discuss what you can do to improve it. 

Indoor Air Quality Monitor

Testing is a one-time thing. Monitoring indoor air quality is a regular occurrence. Check your air quality a few times a year and make sure it is not getting worse.

Plants

Most plants have special air purifying capabilities. Snake, spider, fern, and ivy plant varieties are known air purifiers.

Ventilation

This is necessary if remodeling or painting. Make it a daily habit to open your windows, no matter the season. It will help clean some of the pollutants.

Also, make sure to also change air filters regularly. At least every six months.

Dehumidifier

If you’ve had water damage in the past, a dehumidifier fights mold and mildew accumulation by keeping places dry. In return you have cleaner air.

Breathe Easy (And Pure)

There are three essential elements to life- water, food, and air. We can go days without water, weeks without food, but only minutes without air. Think about the weight of that.

The air you breathe is one of the most important components of your overall health. Contact us today to get your air tested and learn which indoor air quality monitor is best for you.