Does Your Home Stink? 

Erin M • August 28, 2019

Let’s Find Out Why…

 

Get to the source of the offending odor and you’ll be on your way to enjoying a home that smells as sweet as a summer breeze. No one wants their home to smell badly, but pets, kids, dirty drains, and moisture can all cause some foul odors. If your house doesn't have that clean smell you long for, here are some tips on how to eliminate those stinky smells and start enjoying your home.

 

1. Check the trash cans. Let's face it, garbage stinks. Empty your trash every day and clean the can often to eliminate lingering odors.

 

2. Keep your pets clean. Give your pets a bath on a regular basis and clean the areas where they sleep and eat once a week with soap and water. Nothing says stinky like a litter box that has been neglected. Clean the boxes daily to avoid smelly up your entire home. You should also vacuum often to avoid hair and odor buildup.

 

3. Clean your garbage disposal. This is a common kitchen odor culprit. You can buy garbage disposal deodorizers or try grinding a few strips of lemon, lime, or orange peel in the disposal. This acts as a deodorizer and also cleans the drain.

 

4. Wash your dirty clothes ASAP! Leaving your close hamper in the bathroom exposes your dirty clothes to steam and moisture. This promotes bacterial growth and bad odors. Move the hamper into your bedroom away from the moisture. Also, any dirty, wet clothes should be washed immediately.

 

Adam’s Air knows that with today's busy schedules, it's easy to be unaware of the state of your indoor air quality. Many people don't realize that they can make adjustments to ensure that they have the highest quality air. Whole home air purification systems can improve the comfort of your home.

 

Using a HEPA filter in your home can remove most airborne particles that might make allergies or respiratory problems worse. A HEPA air filter works by forcing air through a fine mesh that traps harmful particles such as pollen, pet dander, dust mites, and tobacco smoke. Indoor air purifiers will:

 

• Provide total comfort

 

• Control dust

 

• Protect your family’s health

 

• Protect your home

 

Contact us today for a healthier, more comfortable home. We specialize in whole house air cleaners, residential air purifiers and whole house humidifiers to improve your indoor air quality. When it comes to conditioning the air in your home, Adam’s Air is a licensed HVAC contractor ensuring homeowners comfort since 2006. When your system is running smoothly, you can be confident that your family is breathing safely, cleanly, and comfortably. Call us today, to learn more.

 

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