Nothing is more important than your health. Your house may be beautiful, but if it is making you sick it is time for a change. Here are 5 ways to promote wellness at home.
Prevent Mold to Promote Wellness at Home
Living in a home with mold growth can cause a variety of health problems. There are ways that you can prevent mold from taking hold and spreading that will help your house stay healthy and mold-free. Keep your house dry using ventilation fans, dehumidifiers, and your air conditioning system. Pay attention to musty smells and water stains, which may be a sign of mold growth in the home.
Test for Radon
Radon is a health hazard in one out of every 15 homes. It is dangerous because it causes lung cancer in smokers and non-smokers alike. It is a naturally-forming gas that seeps upwards through the earth and can enter the lowest levels of houses. Because houses are generally well-sealed, it enters through cracks and gaps and cannot escape. When it builds up inside, it creates an unhealthy environment with toxic indoor air. Have your home tested for radon to make sure the levels are low enough to be safe. Fortunately, any home can be mitigated for radon by installing a specialized ventilation system.
Use Air Purifiers
There are other indoor air pollutants potentially in your home besides radon and mold spores. Volatile organic compounds, pet dander, dust, bacteria, and pollen are common contaminants in any home. Air purifying machines filter out these particles and deposit clean air into the home. The devices are labeled by square footage, or you can install a whole-house purifier to your HVAC system.
Control Humidity
Humidity has negative effects on a living space because the dampness in the air promotes mold growth. It is also uncomfortable and can cause deterioration of your home’s materials. Use a dehumidifier in parts of your home that tend to be humid. An appropriate humidity level for a living space is between 30-50%.
Promote Wellness at Home to Filter Drinking Water
You probably drink your home’s tap water every day. Drinking plenty of water is vital for your health, but if it is full of chemicals and contaminants, it can have adverse effects. Most home water sources have pollutants of some kind. Find out your home’s water quality by having it tested and then install a water filter that removes the types of contaminants that are present.
AAA Professional Home Inspectors provides home inspection services, including radon testing and mold and air quality sampling, in Kentucky and Indiana. Contact us to request an appointment.