Healthy Home Tips After a Home Inspection

Whether you're moving into a new place or simply want to improve the air quality in your current home, these tips from certified home inspector George Mendes will help you create a healthier, safer, and more comfortable living space.

Top 5 Ways to Keep Your Home Healthy:

• Regularly Replace Your Furnace Filter

Change it every three months—or even more frequently if you have pets or suffer from allergies. Clean filters enhance airflow and diminish allergens.

• Have Your Ductwork and Furnace Professionally Cleaned

If the previous occupants smoked, had pets, or lived in the home for an extended period, dust, allergens, and pollutants may still be lingering in your ductwork. A thorough cleaning is particularly crucial when moving in.

• Utilize Dehumidifiers and Fans for Improved Air Circulation

Keeping indoor humidity levels below 50% helps prevent mold, mildew, and dust mites. Consider employing a furnace dehumidifier and placing Bluetooth hygrometers/thermometers on each floor.

• Maintain Cleanliness of Bathroom Fans and Kitchen Exhaust Filters

These often-neglected areas are vital for managing moisture and ensuring good air quality.

• Conduct a Radon Gas Test

Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in Canada and can infiltrate your home from the soil. Testing is affordable and straightforward—and essential for your family's safety.

Learn more: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/health-risks-safety/radiation/radon.html

How to test: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/video/testing-your-home-radon.html

Looking for a printable version? Visit our website to download the complete Healthy Home Guide.

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