The air quality in your house means much more to children with asthma. If dirt, pet dander, and other pollutants are circulating throughout rooms, it can trigger watery eyes, sneezing, and other symptoms. From minor renovations to hiring a cleaning service, here are several ways to make your children with asthma more comfortable at home.  

4 Cleaning Tasks That Help Kids With Asthma 

1. Replace Carpeting

Unfortunately, carpets host a variety of unwanted debris, such as dust mites. Their presence can cause your child’s asthma to flare up. If feasible, remove carpet from bedrooms and other common gathering areas. Try vacuuming with a high-energy particulate air (HEPA) filter. This device has powerful mesh fibers that remove debris from carpets, preventing asthma attacks.

2. Curb or Eliminate Smoking

Cigarette smoke can trigger asthma symptoms in children. The toxins may also lead to respiratory and other health problems. Encourage smokers and e-cigarette users who live in the home to quit. In the long run, it will be better for your child. At the very least, restrict smoking to outside areas.

3. Wash Bedding in Hot Water

Blankets, sheets, and pillowcases trap pollutants that can be unhealthy for kids with asthma. Commit to washing all bedding regularly on your washing machine’s hot water cycle. If possible, have comforters professionally washed by a cleaning service to ensure they’re free of dust and debris.

4. Keep Pollen Away

Close windows and doors when the outside pollen count is high. The spores can trigger breathing problems for kids with asthma. Regular floor sweeping, mopping, and dusting will also help eliminate pollen. For a more convenient option, consider hiring a cleaning service for these tasks. All of them will help get rid of any pollen that may have made its way inside your home.

For more than ten years, Maid Brigade® South East Houston in Deer Park, TX, has been the area’s premier provider of expert cleaning services. They specialize in using environmentally-friendly products to ensure homes and businesses are clean and sanitized. You can count on their professional, committed cleaners to do a thorough job each time. To learn more about the company’s services, call (281) 484-6243 or visit the website for a free estimate.