Air Quality: 10 Tips To Keep The Air in Your Home Free of Allergens

Spring is in the air, which means so it dust, pollen and mold. Your home HVAC unit is your first line of defense when it comes to maintaining a high indoor air quality. Fortunately, you can work with your AC technician to make your home nearly impenetrable to outside allergens.

Allergens – What To Watch For

Seasonal allergies are a fact of life for most of us, even if you have never been officially diagnosed. Symptoms of spring allergies include sneezing, red or itching eyes, running noses, trouble breathing, coughing, and hives.

If these symptoms tend to appear when you first turn on the AC or throw open a window each spring, chances are it's allergies and the cause is your indoor air quality. You can easily improve your air quality by properly maintaining the AC unit and taking some proactive steps inside your home.

Getting Started

Any improvement of your indoor air quality begins with a call to your HVAC technician. They will begin with a full inspection of your unit to ensure that it's in peak condition, running efficiently, and clean. From there, you will go over the recommended services listed below. Together, you can determine which ones are necessary in your situation and begin immediate implementation so your air quality improves immediately.

Top Tips

-Make sure your AC unit is completely serviced and repaired before the summer cooling season begins.
-Change the AC filter monthly during the cooling season. A dirty filter makes your unit run inefficiently and compromises air quality.
-Schedule a duct cleaning and inspection, especially if you have recently done remodeling work or suspect mold.
-Add a whole-house air purifier to your HVAC system. These filter all the air that circulates through your home to remove dust and pollen.
-Keep the windows shut so dust and pollen stays outdoors where it belongs.
-Inspect your AC unit throughout the cooling season. If you notice mold in the drip pan or drain line, schedule a service visit to clear the clogs.
-Manage your thermostat so your home's internal temperature remains near 70 degrees Fahrenheit, which prevents mold and mildew growth. If you suspect your thermostat is malfunctioning, schedule a prompt repair.
-Add a dehumidifier if humidity is an issue. This cuts down on mold growth.
-Switch to HEPA filters in your AC unit if pollen and allergies are a major concern.
-Install a germicidal UV light in your AC unit if you suffer severe mold allergies. These lights destroy mold spores where they form.

Get your Manchester  home ready for Spring with a air quality services! Just call Skovron Mechanical Services LLC. at (603) 674-9885 and breathe in the fresh air you need!