The year 2020 has put a new perspective on promoting wellness at home. With a pandemic and stay-at-home orders, homeowners have made it a priority to keep their families healthy while staying at home. Here are 5 ways that you can support the well-being of the loved ones in your household.
Radon Testing
Radon is often forgotten about as a threat because it is odorless, invisible, and does not cause immediate symptoms. Living with unhealthy levels of radon puts smokers and non-smokers alike at a high risk of developing lung cancer. In fact, radon poisoning is the second-highest cause of lung cancer after smoking cigarettes.
Have your home tested for radon by a professional. If you discover high levels (4 pCi/L or higher) in your home, there’s no need to panic. Radon mitigation systems are effective at lowering the levels and they only cost around $1500.
Promoting Wellness at Home by Sanitizing
During your home cleaning routine, remember to sanitize small areas that are often forgotten about. Light switches, remote controls, doorknobs, and faucet handles are arguably the dirtiest places in the home because they are touched by everyone. Prevent the spread of germs by wiping these areas down with a disinfectant solution daily, You’ll help keep your family members healthy with this simple task.
Test Smoke Detectors
When smoke detectors have dead batteries, you might as well not have them at all. It is imperative to test smoke detectors monthly. You may think this is not necessary if the smoke alarms are hardwired. However, hardwired alarms can also malfunction so they need operational backup batteries. Even if the batteries aren’t dead, change them twice a year as a precaution. Daylight Savings is a good time to do this.
Use an Air Purifier for Promoting Wellness at Home
An air purifier helps reduce allergy symptoms and prevents the airborne spread of illnesses. Place portable air purifiers in the areas where people spend the most time, usually the bedrooms and living room. Another option is a whole-home model that works with the HVAC system. You’ll have the best results with a model that contains a HEPA filter.
Don’t Let Mold Thrive
A home that has a mold problem is unhealthy. It makes the inhabitants feel ill and can even cause chronic health complications. To prevent mold from taking hold and thriving, keep the home dry. This can be done by using a dehumidifier, turning on vent fans when showering, wiping up spills, and fixing leaks. Keeping the home mold-free is paramount to helping your family stay healthy.
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