You hurry home from work to get out of the street as fast as possible. You just can’t stand the foul air. So the moment you breathed your last outdoor air and close that door behind you, you feel safe. But you seem to forget that pollution has already invaded your home, too.

You feel more comfortable inside your home probably because you don’t have respiratory problems such as asthma, but it doesn’t mean your home is safe. Pollutants can consist of the most common particles: dust mites, mold spores, and foul odor of pets.

The best way to prevent indoor air pollution is to maintain the cleanliness in your house. Vacuum regularly to ensure that your carpets are all clean. Do this more often if you have pets.

Don’t take indoor pollution lightly before it results in health hazards as such: headache, sneezing, coughing, fatigue, congestion, dizziness, upset stomach and even congestion.

One of the most dangerous air pollutants is the invisible, odorless and tasteless carbon monoxide. So be careful of the fumes that come out from your gas-fueled cooking stoves and hot water heaters. Subject your furnace and other gas-fueled appliances to a regular professional service and maintenance so your family will be safe. Avoid warming up your car’s engine with your garage door down.

Another way to reduce the foul air in your room is to get indoor plants. Having plants inside your home helps reduce air toxins so you can enjoy fresher and cleaner air.

You can use household cleaners, but some of these products also have harmful contents. So if you’d rather go natural, you can use baking soda, vinegar or salt.

Remember that noise is also a pollutant. So be sure to reduce your noise problems at home.