We are officially into winter when we batten down the hatches and settle indoors for a few months. It’s an excellent time to think about your indoor air quality. In fact, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the CT Dept. of Public Health (CTDPH) designated January as “Radon Awareness Month.” Why January? Because this time of year is best for radon testing for since windows and doors are generally kept shut. But radon is not the only pollutant that affects your indoor air quality. Read on to learn the top 5 indoor air pollutants along with suggestions on testing and/or improving it.

If any of the above cause concern, consider a true HEPA filtration air purifier which will remove 97.97% of particulates in the air. And of course, eliminate or minimize the pollution source. Having several indoor plants also can improve air quality as plant remove toxins from the air and expel oxygen. Throw open those windows whenever a mild day is present and last, start counting those days to spring.

Author: Kathleen Kiley. Article submitted as a community service communication with joint effort of Chesprocott Health District and ServiceMaster Apple Valley