Fighting Seasonal Allergies

New seasons often bring a welcome change, but it is often accompanied with health concerns such as allergies. After long and harsh winters, summer is finally here, and we are enjoying every bit of it. Bright sunny days come as a respite for Missourians who have spent months altogether fighting the freezing cold temperatures. However, in the Midwest, it is not uncommon to hear people complaining of seasonal allergies.

While it is difficult to completely avoid getting seasonal allergies, because you tend to get exposed to allergens while having a walk around the garden or traveling around the city, you can keep your home safe from allergens by keeping in mind some simple tips. HVAC experts believe that the indoor air quality of your home can play a significant role in helping you fight seasonal allergies. They also believe that by maintaining your HVAC system properly, home owners can reduce the symptoms of seasonal allergies considerably.

Should You Open the Windows for "Fresh Air"?

Experts at our HVAC Company believe that as temperatures soar, homeowners prefer to keep the windows open to bring in some fresh air and feel more comfortable inside their home. While it may seem like the best thing to do after keeping the windows closed during the winter months, it can increase the chances of seasonal allergies to a great extent. If you suffer from seasonal allergies, opening the windows can no doubt worsen your condition. Instead, utilize your air conditioning system.

By opening windows you may invite various allergens such as pollens, dust, and many other harmful allergens into your house. Once these allergens enter your home, they tend to get accumulated in rugs, furnishings, and other such areas. This way, these allergens lurk around in your house long after you have closed the windows.

Prevent Allergens From Affecting Your Air Quality

There are several simple steps you can take to ensure that these allergens do not affect the indoor air quality and affect the health of residents. The first thing you can do is to maintain your HVAC system properly. You should clean and replace your air filters regularly. This will not only improve the air quality within your house, but will also help the HVAC system achieve its peak performance.

Professional system maintenance and cleaning prevents growth of allergens such as dust and mold in the unit. There are several other upgrades that can help improve the indoor air quality and fight seasonal allergies. An air cleaner is an amazing piece of equipment that can purify the air, capturing and killing allergens and disease causing germs.

Another piece of equipment that can substantially reduce seasonal allergies is a humidifier. A humidifier improves the air moisture levels and helps fight allergies and illnesses caused by dry air. You can go in for a portable or a whole house humidifier.

Have Additional Questions?

If you are concerned about your indoor air quality or if your family members are suffering from seasonal allergies, feeling free to contact Scott-Lee Heating Company at (314) 756-9444. We would be happy to answer your HVAC questions.