Hi everyone,
Yep, it’s getting close to that time of the year again. Allergy season yuck! If you’re an allergy sufferer, you are always looking for ways to find any type of relief. So here are a few ideas for you.
Control Ventilation and Filter the Air.
Many homeowners in the Spring time want to open windows to let all that fresh air in…well…when we do that, it allows the outdoor allergens such as pollen and mold spores into the house. What you actually want to do is use heat and air conditioning to clean, circulate and dehumidify the air in your home. Using a HEPA filter to remove airborne allergens will also help. When it comes to dust mites, they are a heavy particle that do not stay airborne. Dust mites will settle on the floor or carpeting quickly, so air filters and air purifiers will not work with these allergens. Vacuuming weekly will help and having your carpeting cleaned every 6 months or once a year will help also.
Reducing Moisture in your home will help with dust mites and mold which thrive only in high humidity areas. Keep your humidity level below 55 percent.
Regular cleaning is the best way to reduce allergens. Proper cleaning procedures will stop most allergens from accumulating. Pay special attention to the bedrooms. 60% of dust mite allergens are found in mattresses and bedding. It is very important to wash bed linens in hot water (at least 130 F) weekly and vacuum your mattress regularly.
disinfecting kitchens and bathrooms with proper cleaning procedures at least weekly to stop mold growth.
Vacuuming at least once a week – twice a week in bedrooms and high traffic areas. Use a vacuum that bears the Carpet and Rug Institutes Seal of Approval (SOA) they have been tested and meet strict standards for removing soil and containing the dust in the bag. A whole house central vacuum system is prefered.
For further information on carpet go to the Carpet and Rug Institutes web site http://www.carpet-rug.com