Create A Better Breathing Environment

What steps can we take to make our indoor environment more healthy for our breathing?
If you can bring in fresh outside air by windows or ERV that would be ideal. If you have your home or office totally controlled by an indoor comfort system (i.e. HVAC system) then there are manual steps you can take to keep the indoor environment clean. For a free copy of  "Sanitation Protocol" send request to rick@rlenvirocare.com
We will cover all 36 over the next couple of weeks:
1.-Keep premises clean and regularly dust, vacuum, and mop.
2.-Install an efficient air purifier in the home to maintain good indoor  air quality and reduce dust. (This should also include IAQ solutions for the HVAC system.)
3.- Use hood vents when cooking, cleaning and dishwashing.
4.-Keep closet doors ajar when possible to increase airflow in the closets or install vented doors.
5.-Avoid excessive amounts of indoor plants.
6.-Use exhaust fans when bathing/ showering.
7.-Leave exhaust fans on long enough to remove moisture from room.
8.-Use ceiling fans.
9.-Water all indoor plants outdoors when possible.
10.-Wipe down any moisture and/ or spillage.

We will cover 11-20 next time.

Curing Those Dirty Coil Blues

Last time we discussed the nasty stuff that can gather on your cooling coil. The impact this can make on your indoor environment are significant. The dirt will block the coil, or gather in the drain pan. If it blocks the coil it affects the air flow and output of the unit. If it gathers and mixes with the natural spores in the air we have a fungus or bacteria "soup" that can spawn great breathing problems or at the very least block the drain.
The first act of prevention is to clean the unit and filter compartment! This can be done by compressed air, shop vac or you may need to call in a professional to tackle the job. We can list various duct cleaning firms that are reputable.
Next install a good filter--at least a pleated one--and change it every 30 days. We can set up an automated system for you as well.
Next time we will cover some more detailed ways of securing your indoor breathing.

Help Prevent Allergies Indoors

There are many allergens in our indoor environment. How do we keep it at bay so we can enjoy our homes?
Keep the filters clean on your HVAC system, regular dusting, vacuuming, and cleaning will help.
For more info visit this link:  http://vollarajournal.com/2012/03/help-prevent-allergies-indoors/