It’s official — spring has sprung! While the sun is shining and the grass is getting greener, allergy sufferers are left sneezing due to the abundance of tree pollen, mold spores, and grass pollen in the air. Luckily, there are several tips homeowners can take to minimize the impact of spring allergies and improve their overall health and comfort.
Here, the HVAC professionals at F.H. Furr Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical discuss simple tips and tricks for improving the quality of your home’s air and keeping your seasonal allergies at bay this spring.
How Does an HVAC System Affect Allergies?
The air in your home cycles through your HVAC system before circulating through your home. Dust and debris can be blown into your living spaces if your AC is poorly maintained. This is especially true if your air filters are dirty or clogged, as your system is then unable to filter the air properly.
With preventative maintenance, homeowners can avoid having contaminants recirculate in their homes and keep their indoor spaces allergen-free.
Ways To Alleviate Allergies
To get the most relief from seasonal allergies, homeowners can follow these tips to remove pollutants from their indoor air and keep their homes fresh and clean.
Replace Filters
The filters in your HVAC system can trap airborne particles as air is drawn into the system. When the filters are dirty and clogged, their filtration abilities are limited.
We recommend replacing your filters at least every three months, although replacing them monthly can benefit those with sensitive allergies. Consider a high-quality HEPA or EnviroAire filter to capture even smaller particles.
Install an Air Purifier
With its advanced filtration and UV lights, a whole-home air purifier can help remove more airborne allergens like pollen, dander, and mold spores. Unlike a portable air purifier that improves the air in one room, a whole-home system adds an extra layer of filtration to any air that comes into your home to provide added relief for allergy sufferers.
Schedule Duct Cleaning
Over time, dust and debris can settle in your air ducts, which then circulate that air throughout your home when your HVAC system runs. To remove pollen, pet hair, and more that may exacerbate your allergies, we recommend homeowners schedule professional duct cleaning services to remove these contaminants and reduce allergy symptoms.
Schedule HVAC Maintenance
Before the height of spring allergies, homeowners should schedule their spring AC maintenance. During this tune-up appointment, a technician will clean coils, check for mold growth, and ensure proper airflow to improve overall system efficiency and prevent dust accumulation that can worsen allergies.
Schedule an HVAC Tune-Up
If spring allergies are impacting your health and well-being, call F.H. Furr to learn how our professional cooling and indoor air quality services can help.
Our team offers a full range of quality services that can eliminate allergens from your home and support a healthier environment. Trust our team to assess your needs and recommend the best solutions for your home today.
Contact F.H. Furr today to schedule air quality services.
