Fall in Saskatchewan is a season of transition. The leaves change, the days get shorter, and before long, the windows are closed for good to keep the chill out. While cozying up indoors sounds great, it also means your home’s indoor air quality (IAQ) changes—often for the worse.
Here’s what happens to your air in the fall and a few steps you can take to keep your home healthier.
1. Windows Stay Shut
When the weather turns, we stop opening our windows. Fresh outdoor air circulation is limited, and the air inside becomes “trapped.” That means dust, allergens, and everyday pollutants from cooking, pets, and cleaning products linger longer in your home.
👉 What to do: Use your HVAC system’s fan setting occasionally to keep air moving, and make sure you’re replacing filters on schedule.
2. Furnaces Kick Back On
The first furnace cycle of the season often stirs up a lot of dust and debris that settled in the system over the summer. If your filter is clogged or ducts are dirty, that buildup gets pushed directly into your living spaces.
👉 What to do: Schedule a furnace tune-up and change your filter before the first cold snap.
3. Fall Allergens Linger Indoors
Even after the peak of pollen season, allergens like ragweed can still find their way inside on clothing, pets, or through open doors. Without proper ventilation, they accumulate in the air you breathe every day.
👉 What to do: Vacuum and dust regularly with a HEPA filter vacuum, and consider adding an air purifier if allergies are an issue in your household.
4. Dry Air Creeps In
Saskatchewan’s fall and winter air is dry, and once the furnace turns on, humidity drops even further. Dry air isn’t just uncomfortable—it can cause irritated sinuses, dry skin, static shocks, and even increase the spread of colds and flus.
👉 What to do: A whole-home humidifier keeps your humidity balanced, making your home more comfortable and healthier.
5. More Time Indoors = More Exposure
In the fall and winter, most of us spend the majority of our time inside. That means you’re exposed to indoor air pollutants for longer periods, which can impact sleep, energy levels, and overall health.
👉 What to do: Keep an eye on IAQ year-round, not just in summer. A professional indoor air quality check can help identify issues you may not even notice.
Breathe Easier This Fall
Fall should be about cozy sweaters, warm drinks, and enjoying the season—not worrying about stale or unhealthy air inside your home. With a few proactive steps, you can improve your indoor air quality and keep your family comfortable through Saskatchewan’s long winter months.
✅ TemperaturePro Tip: Book your fall HVAC/Furnace maintenance today and ask about our IAQ testing and indoor air quality solutions that make sense for your home.
