You would think that after summer’s heat has passed, the allergy season would pass as well. But for those who suffer from fall allergies, the symptoms are just beginning to appear. From fall-blooming plants to mold and mildew making another visit during the cool, damp days, allergens can seem to lurk around every corner. Let’s take a look at how to improve your indoor air quality when the seasons change so your home can give you relief from the allergy-laden outdoors and remain a safe refuge from the perils of the great outdoors.
Control Allergens Entering the House
Consider adding a boot brush or textured mat to prevent allergens from riding in on your shoe or boot treads. If you have particularly bad allergies, you may want to leave a soft brush, such as a workbench brush, at the entrance to your home so pollen, mold and other allergens stay in the great outdoors.
Make Sure Your HVAC System is Operating Properly
Is your HVAC system having issues? If you have a lot of dust or debris building up in your ductwork or have areas where moisture, mold and mildew can build up, you’re not going to get good indoor air quality. If the problem is persistent, consider adding an ultraviolet light to your system to sterilize the air.
Do Needed Maintenance to Your HVAC System
When your nose is full of pollen, you can hardly breathe. Your HVAC system works the same way! If your filters haven’t been changed recently, you may want to take a good look at getting them replaced. If you don’t have time to DIY it, our professionals would be happy to include you in our planned maintenance service.
Consider Adding a HEPA Filtration System to Your HVAC System
If nothing else is helping, you may want to add a HEPA filtration system into your overall HVAC system. Why not just put a HEPA filter on your HVAC system? It restricts the airflow too much. An add-on system filters a certain amount of the air every time the system runs, saving wear and tear on your equipment.
Need to have maintenance, repairs or improvements made to your HVAC system? The skilled professionals at Cox Air Conditioning & Heating are happy to help ensure your indoor air quality is the best it can be. Please contact our office with any questions or to schedule an appointment or consultation so you can have a wonderful, enjoyable, allergen-free fall.
