Tips for Allergy-Proofing Your Home

Coral Springs and neighboring communities in south Florida have a rich variety of allergens that can trigger flare-ups all year. If you are one of the 50 million Americans who suffers from allergies, you need relief at home. Follow these tips to allergy-proof your living areas and minimize symptoms.

Cleaning Tips for Allergy Sufferers

• Wear a dust mask while you’re cleaning.
• Vacuum once or twice weekly using a machine with HEPA filters.
• Use a damp cloth or mop to trap allergens.
• Cut down on clutter to reduce dust.
• Have a family member help you clean so that you can limit your exposure to allergens.
• After you clean, leave the house for a few hours while the dust settles.
• Use covers to protect mattresses and pillows from dust mites.
• Wash bedding in hot water every week.
• Clean curtains regularly. If you have blinds, switch to roller shades.
• Use fragrance-free cleaning products because some perfumes trigger allergy symptoms.
• Remove your shoes at the door so that the pollen doesn’t come in with you.
• Sweep porches and patios to reduce the amount of pollen that might come indoors.
• Scrub surfaces in the bathroom. Wash the shower curtain regularly.
• Promptly remove food waste from the kitchen. Keep surfaces clean. Check for water leaks.
• Instead of opening the windows, use the air conditioner to prevent pollen from entering.

Air Purifiers and Allergy Solutions

• Install a whole-house air purifier. These units can remove the smallest germs and allergens in your home.
  Installing a Trane CleanEffects™ Air Cleaner in-line with your HVAC system will supply your home with cleaner and healthier air. This revolutionary air purifier removes 99.98% of airborne particles from your indoor air ensuring that you won’t be breathing in harmful bacteria, viruses, or allergens. Now more than ever, having the cleanest indoor air possible for you and your family will help everyone stay well.
• Finally, consider a duct cleaning to remove irritants that are hidden in the ducts or that were left by the previous owner.

There are a number of effective ways to control allergies. You can learn more about our indoor air quality products online or by calling our office at (954) 953-4361 .