4 TIPS FOR CLEANING POLLEN AND AVOIDING ALLERGIES

Do you suffer from bad pollen allergies and fear the warmer months of spring and summer when the pollen count suddenly rises? Use these tips to get rid of pollen in your house and work spaces, and cut down on your allergy medication.

1. Cleaning pollen out of your house

Pollen in your house and work spaces is a big problem because it can be difficult to remove entirely and your HVAC system may circulate the same pollen particles through the air over and over again. Pollen particles are often so small that normal filters cannot always trap them. If you have realized too late that pollen is being tracked, it is time for a major spring cleaning:

– Be thorough: Pollen can settle anywhere, and the best way to remove it is to thoroughly vacuum your entire house. In spring when pollen is a problem, vacuum once or twice a week to remove pollen more frequently.

– Target the right areas: Understand how pollen gets into your house. Family members, friends, and pets who spend a lot of time outdoors are important vector points as are their fur and clothes. Contain sources and try to clean up pollen as quickly as possible.

– Use the latest filters and technology: There are vacuum cleaners and air filtration systems designed to help filter out pollen and other small allergens.

– Cleaning pollen may be easier if you use these technologies to help out.

2. Control pollen entry points

In addition to people, pollen enters your house when outside air gets inside: Simple right? Open doors and open windows are the big culprits. If you are in the habit of leaving windows open for fresh air, you may want to close up in the pollen months. If your weatherstripping – the felt around your windows and doors – is bare, you may want to replace it to stop leaks, too. Make sure your attic insulation and air vents are also properly installed.

– If you love your open windows, try to open them at night and close them early in the morning. Mornings are one of the worst times for pollen, so try to have the house closed up by the time the sun is shining.

Enjoy the Spring and take note of our tips to control the pollen.