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Your Healthy Home Checklist for Fall

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Your Healthy Home Checklist for Fall

INTERIOR CHECKLIST:

Change HVAC filters. Look for filters that have a high MERV rating. A MERV rating is a scale from 1 to 20 that measures an air filter’s ability to capture particles, higher numbers indicate greater efficiency at trapping smaller particles like dust, pollen, and mold spores. For most homes, MERV 8-13 filters are ideal, offering a good balance of filtration and system compatibility, while higher ratings (MERV 13 and above) are better for those with allergies or in areas with poor air quality. 

HEPA vacuum high traffic areas

Clean dryer and refrigerator vents. Clean refrigerator coils (professional).

EXTERIOR CHECKLIST:

Inspect roof and flashing. Look for missing or broken shingles and missing seals around vents.

Clean gutters and downspouts. Make sure they re-direct water away from the house.

Check weatherstripping around doors. Check to see if any gaps need to be filled around windows.

For more healthy home tips, reach out to me directly! I would love to be your guide!

Email: lindsey.ellis@compass.com