Combating Seasonal Allergies At Home
Springtime is a season of rain, sun, and flowers. With spring flowers comes an increase of pollen in the air. Pollen causes allergic reactions for many people, with symptoms including difficulty breathing, itchy eyes, and runny noses. Outdoor air quality in the springtime can be poor, but homeowners can take steps to optimize their home HVAC systems to prevent allergy symptoms at home.
Invest In a Whole House Air Purifier This Allergy Season
Air purifiers and air scrubbers circulate air through the device to clean it using filters. Air purifiers remove airborne particles such as dust, pollen, and pet hair from the air. There are many different air purifiers on the market for homeowners. The main difference between air purifier models is the particle size that the air purifier can filter out. Smaller particles are more difficult to remove from the air and are the most harmful when inhaled. Another factor to consider is the capacity of the air purifier. Some air purifiers only have the capacity for one room, but there are also whole-home air purifiers available on the market.
Air scrubbers are often found in hospitals and other commercial healthcare spaces. Air scrubbers attach directly to the HVAC system to purify the air as it circulates. Homeowners should consider installing an air scrubber at home to keep the indoor air quality healthy during the spring allergy season.
Benefits of Dehumidifiers and UV Air Sanitizers
Dehumidifiers and UV air sanitizers are two more examples of devices homeowners can invest in to improve their indoor air quality. Dehumidifiers keep the moisture levels in the home low to prevent mold growth. Airborne mold particles are bad for human health and aggravate seasonal allergies when inhaled.
UV air sanitizers take cleaning the air to the next level of efficiency by using UV light to kill bacteria, germs, and viruses. Keeping the indoor air free from airborne contaminants that could cause cold and flu symptoms ensures that seasonal allergies are not made worse by a springtime cold. Being sick and having allergies can make it extremely difficult to breathe properly.
Schedule AC Filter Replacement
Scheduling annual AC maintenance can go a long way in improving indoor air quality to prevent allergic reactions. Dust, pollen, and other contaminants can become lodged inside the HVAC system or in the ductwork, requiring a professional HVAC technician to safely clean out the debris. One thing that homeowners can do themselves to optimize their HVAC system for allergy season is to replace their AC filter. Air filters are a mesh screen that goes over the air intake to the HVAC unit and removes dust and dirt particles in the air. There are different AC filters, and some are better than others for filtering out pollen and other allergens. Replacing the air filter every one to three months with a high-quality air filter helps to keep the number of airborne contaminants in the indoor air low.
About Central Heating
Central Heating is the go-to HVAC company for homeowners in Barrie, ON, and the surrounding areas. They are proud to provide their community with comprehensive heating, cooling, and air quality services from experienced professional technicians. Give them a call today to schedule an appointment for AC maintenance in Barrie, ON!
