Asthma Air Duct Recommendations

If you have asthma, air quality is very important, and improving the air in your home starts with the air ducts. It is better for people with asthma to live in a house without air ducts with a radiant or electric heat source.

Cleaning Air Ducts

Start by having your air ducts cleaned out twice per year and changing the filter on your furnace regularly. This prevents dust mites and other allergens from circulating with the heat.

Block Off Some Vents

The person who has asthma should sleep in a room with a closed off vent. You can do this by covering the vent with an aluminum cover and duct tape. Keeping sleeping areas dust-free is very important because people spend so much time in these areas.

Air Conditioning

Run the air conditioning on days with high pollen counts or high humidity. Some municipalities also track outdoor air quality, so turn the air conditioning on when the quality is poor. Change the filter on your air conditioner regularly as well.

Other Options

Consider buying a HEPA air filter for the bedroom of the person with asthma. This filters the air of dust and allergens. Dust the home frequently and remove as much of the carpeting as possible since carpeting can also dramatically worsen asthma symptoms.

References

• Kids Health: Creating an Asthma-Save Home