In Sykesville, MD, most people use air conditioners to cool their homes at the onset of summer. You can use your AC to fight against allergens, too. Here are some tips about how homeowners can use their air conditioners to help reduce allergy symptoms.
1. Clean or Replace Your Air Filters
Cleaning your air filters is one of the more overlooked but most efficient ways of removing allergens from your home. Furnace filters remove dust, pollen and other particulate matter from the air so that they don’t circulate throughout your house.
Cleaning or changing your air filters keeps them working efficiently. Inspect the filters at least once a month. When you clean or change the filters, you reduce the irritants in the air you breathe.
2. Control Humidity Levels
Bacterial growth develops in humid places, and it can significantly worsen allergy symptoms. One fundamental function the air conditioner serves in your home is decreasing the relative humidity when it’s in cooling mode. You can add a whole-home dehumidifier to help dry the indoor air to the recommended humidity level of 30% to 50% and minimize the growth of allergens.
3. Make Sure You Have Proper Ventilation
Proper ventilation is essential to minimizing indoor allergens. Always ensure that the air vents in your home are clear to allow air to circulate freely. Additionally, use exhaust fans in areas like the bathroom and kitchen, where humidity is higher and mildew can easily grow.
4. Schedule Regular HVAC Maintenance
Maintain your HVAC system well to ensure the indoor air is clean and free of allergens. Professional technicians can quickly inspect and clean your system to keep it in good working condition.
We recommend scheduling regular maintenance with our professional team to avoid possible problems with your HVAC system. Regular maintenance also extends the lifespan of your cooling system.
For all your professional HVAC service needs, contact our team at Siegman Forced Air Systems, Inc. We guarantee prompt, professional service.
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