How Your HVAC System Can Help Reduce Fall Allergy Symptoms?

When fall comes around, do you often find yourself sniffling and sneezing? Often, this is a sign of fall allergies. For many people, ragweed pollen is a culprit. But indoor allergens, like mold spores and dust mites, can also cause bothersome symptoms when you start spending more time indoors. The good news is that you can use your HVAC system to help reduce your fall allergy symptoms. Here’s how:

Change and Upgrade Your Filter

People often forget to change their HVAC filters during the busy summer months. So, when fall rolls around, your filter may no longer be effectively trapping all of the allergens in the air. Simply replacing your filter can make a huge difference in your allergy symptoms. If you’re using basic, fiberglass filters, upgrading to a pleated cotton filter may offer some extra relief as these filters are better at trapping tiny particles, like mold spores.

Clean Your Vents

Vacuum the dust off your vent covers. You can also remove the vent covers and wash them with soapy water for an even deeper clean. While you’re at it, try vacuuming inside the vents. You won’t be able to reach very far, but removing any dust that you can reach can make a big difference in air quality. If you do notice a lot of buildup in your ducts, you may want to reach out to local heating companies about duct cleaning.

Run Your Fan for Ventilation

Sometimes, homeowners open and close the windows for ventilation in the fall. While the cool breeze may feel nice, it also brings lots of allergens inside. If you’re struggling with allergy symptoms, it’s better to close your windows and rely on your HVAC system for airflow. Even when you don’t need to run the heat or air conditioning, you can turn the whole house fan on to circulate the air. This way, air will be passing through your filter as it flows through the home, and the filter will trap any allergens in the air.

Schedule Fall Maintenance

Finally, make sure you schedule a fall HVAC maintenance appointment. During such an appointment, your HVAC contractor will clean your furnace burner and other components. This will lead to cleaner air, not only in the fall, but throughout heating season. Plus, if your HVAC contractor notices any issues when servicing your equipment, you can have those issues addressed before they become more serious. Early detection usually means more affordable HVAC repair.

Fall is definitely a big season for allergies, but there is no need to go on suffering. Say goodbye to itchy eyes and runny noses when you follow the HVAC tips above. Don’t hesitate to contact H & H Heating & Air Conditioning if you’re looking for an HVAC contractor in the Delaware Valley. We offer a wide range of services, from emergency HVAC service to routine maintenance.