DO YOU KNOW Tips on Preventing Dust in your Home

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I was reviewing websites at link referral when I came across this really cool site called the dyipal - do it yourself site. With money being so tight now, there are many things that I am now DYI person too! I thought this article had some really great tips and wanted to pass it on to my friends here at myLot. [i]"Preventing Dust in your Home Diagnosis: Dust comes from several sources and is difficult to eliminate completely. Increased dust could be a sign that it is time to change a dirty furnace or air conditioner filter or vacuum cleaner bag. Activities that produce dust (such as sanding) can also be a source an increase. Dust can also be introduced into your home through air leaks in ducts, or air infiltration through leaky doors and windows. Prescription Checklist: * Change or clean your furnace and air conditioner filters once a month or according to the filter manufacturer’s instructions. Temporarily seal the filter in place with metal-back duct tape. Write the date on the tape with a marker so your know when it was last changed. * Your clothes dryer should be vented directly to the outside. Inspect the vent duct. Make sure it is attached securely to the dryer. Check that it is clear of obstructions (e.g. lint). Check for holes that leak air. If vent duct is damaged replace it with a metal duct. The vent duct should be cleaned at least once a year. * Consider leaving your shoes at the door so you don’t track outside debris-often the largest source of dust -into your house. * Sealing air leaks can help to reduce air infiltration that could be a source of dust. * Sealing duct air leaks, especially the return duct, can help prevent dust from being circulated throughout your house."[/i] Author www.energystar.gov Source http://www.thediypal.com/index.php?title=Preventing_Dust_in_your_Home Hope you found it helpful. Have a great day.