If you or someone you love has allergies or asthma, you know how changing an HVAC system’s filters, vacuuming, and cleaning bedding can improve air quality and prevent any reactions. Here are a few tips to alleviate allergies including keeping your residential HVAC system clean.

Using Residential HVAC Systems to Decrease Allergies at Home

1. Change Filters

If you have allergies, the filtering system on the furnace or AC is crucial. Opt for HEPA filters, which are the finest available for residential HVAC systems. They filter out any mold, pollen, dust, and pet dander. Change the filter every 30 to 90 days to ensure it’s clear.

2. Remove Dust Mites

Even the best HVAC system will circulate some allergens, so to help minimize symptoms, keep the home free of dust mites by vacuuming weekly, keeping clutter to a minimum, and by placing pillows and mattresses in zipped coverings. Avoid using bedding, such as down comforters, that can’t be washed regularly. 

3. Keep the HVAC System Maintained

Because the heating and cooling system will be constantly circulating air in the home, keep it clean. Beyond changing filters, have the system inspected twice a year to make sure that all components are operating properly. Make sure that outdoor units are clear of plant debris and dirt. For components in basements, keep the surrounding area clean and free of clutter and cobwebs. 

4. Control Humidity

Humid conditions will encourage the growth of mold, which impacts allergies. To help control moisture, use a dehumidifier during warmer, rainy months. Fix leaks and clean up any sign of mold immediately. Have HVAC ducts cleaned every one to three years to remove any mold growth and identify areas that have moisture. A lack of humidity can aggravate allergies too, so add moisture to the air with a humidifier during winter.

For complete residential HVAC services in Lexington, KY, call on Air Control Company. They have served the area since 1971 and offer professional, reliable, and affordable installation, repair, and maintenance of all heating and cooling components. Call (859) 253-1734 for a free estimate, or visit the website to see their products and services as well as payment options and tips.