Your furnace is the reason your home stays comfortable all winter long here in Joliet, but without the proper maintenance, you can decrease your indoor air quality in the process. There are many aspects of your furnace and overall HVAC system that need annual maintenance to remain fully functional. If you’re suffering from the effects of low indoor air quality this winter then consider upgrading your Joliet, IL home with one of our indoor air quality services.
Signs You Have Poor IAQ
Many homeowners across Illinois deal with the adverse effects of indoor air quality and don’t realize what the cause is. Some obvious signs that you’re struggling with low indoor air quality are:
- Prolonged cold and flu symptoms
- Exacerbated allergies
- Dry skin and hair
- Fatigue
- Coughing and sneezing
- Excessive amounts of dust
Poor indoor air quality worsens all the issues listed above. Poor indoor air quality can make your daily life in your home harder because of dry, hard to breathe air.
Ways to Boost Your IAQ
Change Your Filter
The air filter that’s in your furnace is the determining factor to your air quality. It’s the first stop in removing dirt, debris, and contaminants from your system, your ducts, and eventually your lungs. Make sure to clean or replace your air filter every few months. There are many factors that lead to buildup in your air filter including:
- Pet dander
- Dust mites
- Pollen
- Microorganisms
All these contaminants have the potential to make your home less comfortable. They also force your furnace to work much harder which reduces your energy efficiency and shortens its lifespan. If you let these problems go unchecked, you’re only hurting your own health, comfort, and wallet.
Have Your Ducts Cleaned
It’s important to have your ducts cleaned to keep your indoor air quality high. When was the last time you had your air ducts cleaned? If you can’t remember, then you’re overdue for an appointment. Neglecting your air ducts allows contaminants to gather in your system and remain there, cycling through your home, for long amounts of time.
Having your ducts cleaned is one of the easiest ways to boost your indoor air quality. Make sure you hire a professional for these services rather than hiring a cut-rate contractor or trying to do this on your own. Here at Comfort First Heating and Cooling Inc., we offer comprehensive services at affordable prices.
Join Our Maintenance Program
If the quality of your home’s indoor air quality slips because you often forget to schedule these services, then join our maintenance plan. We offer a variety of great perks:
- Priority scheduling
- 15% off any repairs
- Waived overtime charges
- $25 toward new equipment every year
- Lifetime warranty on repairs
- Waived service charges on repairs
- A locked-in price for life
We’ll even call you to remind you to schedule service appointments for you HVAC system. It’s always best to remain proactive when it comes to your HVAC system so maintenance is essential.