
Ah — Spring and Allergens are in the Air–Here are a Few Practical Tips to Control Allergens
- Date: 04-2017
- Tags: Allergies
Stop the allergens before they make their way into your home.
Use doormats to trap allergens
Keep windows closed when you or the neighbors cut the grass
Make sure you have good window screens if you open the windows
Take shoes off at the door
Do not smoke indoors

Reduce the allergens that are created indoors
Don’t bring dirty or dusty items into the home
Repair any leaks. That includes plumbing, roof, basement or any other leaks
Do not bring moldy furniture, boxes or other contents into the home
Carefully carry dusty attic, garage or other stored items to the exterior and clean surfaces before bringing into your home
Avoid circulating allergens
Wipe dusty areas with damp rags avoiding stirring up dust
Use sweepers with HEPA filters, not traditional bagged sweepers
Wash bedding often
Dry furnishings, linens, carpets if they get wet to avoid mold
Keep throw rugs cleaned
Clean or change furnace filters often
Clean air conditioner drip pans and screens often
Clean the drip tray under refrigerators and freezers
Control indoor humidity
Use kitchen and bath fans
Vent these fans to the exterior, not the attic or other indoor area
Dehumidify all areas of the home to no more than 45% relative humidity
Run air conditioners or dehumidifiers when you are away.
You want to maintain low humidity conditions in the hone even when you are away.