Along with keeping you cool, the AC in your Pace, FL home can be a powerful tool contributing to a healthier living environment. However, you need to know how to use it correctly. These are five ways you can use your air conditioner to improve your household’s health.
1. Reduce Indoor Allergens
Air conditioners filter airborne allergens by capturing particles like pet dander and pollen in addition to dust. Regular changes or upgrades to your air filters can substantially improve the air quality in your home.
2. Control Humidity Levels
High humidity creates an ideal environment for dust mites and biological contaminants to thrive. The best humidity range for health and comfort is between 30% and 50%, and your AC can regulate indoor humidity, minimizing the risks of respiratory issues.
3. Promote Better Sleep
Cooler temperatures help many people fall asleep faster by regulating melatonin in their bodies. Set your air conditioner for an optimal sleep environment at night, which is typically in the range of 60° to 67°F. High-quality sleep boosts the immune system, promoting general well-being.
4. Limit Heat-Related Health Issues
Hot weather runs a risk of prolonged heat exposure, potentially resulting in heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Use your air conditioner to keep indoor temperatures safe. This helps protect vulnerable individuals, including young children and anyone with chronic health conditions.
5. Filter Out Pollutants
Good HVAC systems feature proper filtration. That reduces how many outdoor pollutants, such as smog or wildfire smoke, enter your home. Close your windows, and run the AC in recirculation mode when outdoor air quality is poor so that you can prevent harmful particles from joining your indoor air. We also suggest indoor air cleaners or purifiers for healthier indoor air, especially for those with allergies, COPD and other breathing issues.
Clean filters along with proper settings and routine maintenance significantly improves the air you breathe and how your body feels. Contact Lunsford Air Conditioning & Heating for all your air conditioning services.
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