Spring in central Massachusetts is beautiful — flowers blooming, trees turning green again, and longer, warmer days. But for many of us, spring also means sneezing, watery eyes, and dealing with spring allergies pesky allergies. If you’ve found yourself dreading the annual pollen invasion, you’re not alone. Thankfully, improving your indoor air quality during springtime is easier than you might think. With the right strategies, you can enjoy all the beauty spring has to offer without constantly reaching for tissues.
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7 Tips to Reduce Allergens in Your Home Now
Spring months, especially from March through May, bring increased tree pollen to central Massachusetts. Alongside pollen, dust and pet dander also become more noticeable as you start to open up your home after winter. Try the following practical air quality tips to minimize allergens and breathe comfortably this season.
Clean Home Surfaces Regularly
Frequently dusting and vacuuming your home reduces allergens that settle on surfaces and carpets. Using vacuums with HEPA filters and microfiber cloths for dusting traps allergens instead of redistributing them into the air.
Use High-Quality Air Filters
Regularly changing your HVAC air filters with a high-quality option significantly reduces pollen, dust, and other allergens circulating through your home. We recommend springing for filters with a high MERV rating, which effectively traps even tiny particles.
Keep Windows Closed on High-Pollen Days
On days when pollen counts are particularly high, keep windows and doors closed. Rely on your HVAC system to circulate fresh, filtered air, reducing pollen infiltration.
Invest in an Air Purifier
Air purifiers are an excellent solution for reducing indoor allergens. You can purchase portable air purifiers for each room or invest in a whole-home air purifier, which works within your HVAC system to purify all the air flowing through it.
All-Temp offers whole-home air purifiers that capture pollen, pet dander, dust, and other pollutants, providing cleaner, healthier air throughout your home.
Control Indoor Humidity
Maintaining proper humidity levels is essential for reducing allergens like dust mites and mold. All-Temp’s humidity control solutions, including whole-home humidifiers and dehumidifiers, effectively keep humidity within the ideal 30% to 50% range, improving comfort and overall indoor air quality.
Perform Regular HVAC Maintenance
Routine HVAC maintenance will keep your system operating efficiently, significantly reducing indoor allergens. All-Temp’s experienced technicians offer heating and AC maintenance, thoroughly inspecting, cleaning, and optimizing your HVAC system so it can better filter allergens and maintain consistent air quality. Be sure to replace your air filters every month during allergy season.
Clean and Inspect Ductwork
Gaps or tears in your ductwork can allow dust and other allergens into your HVAC system, which will distribute them throughout your home. This issue can also cause wear and tear on your HVAC system, as it has to work harder to do its job when it’s losing air through gaps in ductwork. All-Temp’s technicians provide expert ductwork repair and sealing services to keep your system clean and efficient, reducing pollen and dust circulation.
Minimize Your Allergies This Spring with All-Temp
By following these air quality tips, you can significantly reduce pollen and allergens and enjoy a more comfortable spring in your central Massachusetts home. At All-Temp Systems Mechanical, LLC, we’re committed to helping you achieve a cleaner, healthier indoor environment. Since 1982, our licensed professionals have provided reliable HVAC and indoor air quality solutions across Holliston, Hopkinton, Milford, Franklin, Medway, Millis, Northbridge, and North Attleboro. With upfront pricing, 24/7 emergency service, and flexible financing options, we make it easy to get the HVAC services you need to breathe easier this spring.
Contact our team today for indoor air quality services in central Massachusetts.
