When I was pregnant with my first child, I happened to come across a magazine article about dust mites.
This article went into disgusting detail about these horrible little creatures.
They feed off dead skin cells and live inside pillows, mattresses, upholstered furniture and carpets. There’s no way to completely eliminate them. That article got me started on research into indoor air quality. I read up on how indoor air quality impacts long-term health. Indoor air is five times more likely to be polluted than outdoor air. Breathing in contaminants aggravates allergy and asthma symptoms and has been linked to respiratory infection, flu and all sorts of concerns. Infants are especially susceptible. I immediately started to worry about the health of my home. I certainly didn’t want to bring my baby into a contaminated environment. I finally called a local HVAC contractor and scheduled tests to identify issues with the thermal envelope and indoor air quality. The situation wasn’t as bad as I’d featured, but I decided to take proactive measures. It certainly couldn’t hurt to invest some money into creating a cleaner and healthier living space. Following the recommendations of the HVAC contractor, I had a whole-house air purifier installed. This accessory is incorporated into the existing heating and cooling system and treats the air as it passes through. It effectively captures airborne particulates such as dust, dander and pollen. It actually kills harmful bacteria and microorganisms and combats unpleasant odors. It runs silently, efficiently and requires only yearly upkeep. I’ve noticed a significant improvement in the comfort level of my home. I don’t need to vacuum or dust as often. I was able to bring my baby girl home without worrying about the integrity of the air she’s breathing in.