Allergy Season Is Here: How Your HVAC System Can Help Reduce Allergens
Spring is in the air, and so are allergens! If you or your family suffer from seasonal allergies, you know how frustrating it can be to deal with constant sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. While you can't control the pollen and pollutants outside, you can take steps to improve the air quality inside your home. A well-maintained HVAC system plays a crucial role in minimizing allergens and keeping your indoor environment comfortable. Here’s how your heating and cooling system can help reduce allergens and improve your home’s air quality.
Regular HVAC Maintenance for Cleaner Air
One of the best ways to reduce indoor allergens is to keep your HVAC system in peak condition. Over time, dust, pollen, pet dander, and mold spores can accumulate in your air ducts, filters, and vents. When your system runs, it can circulate these allergens throughout your home, making allergy symptoms worse.
Here’s how routine maintenance can help:
Change Air Filters Regularly – Your HVAC filter traps dust, pet hair, and allergens before they enter your home's air. Replace standard filters every one to three months or upgrade to a high-efficiency filter for even better results.
Schedule a Professional Tune-Up – A seasonal maintenance check can ensure your system is clean and functioning efficiently, preventing the buildup of dust and mold.
Clean Air Ducts – Over time, ducts can collect dust and debris. Having them professionally cleaned can reduce allergens that get pushed into your living space.
Upgrade to High-Quality Air Filters
Not all air filters are created equal. If allergies are a major concern, consider upgrading to a HEPA (High-Efficiency Particulate Air) filter or a MERV 13-rated filter. These filters are designed to trap microscopic allergens, including pollen, mold spores, and pet dander, that standard filters might miss.
HEPA Filters – Capture up to 99.97% of airborne allergens, making them an excellent choice for allergy sufferers.
MERV-Rated Filters – MERV (Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value) filters come in various ratings. A MERV 13 filter or higher is recommended for reducing allergens in your home.
Invest in an Air Purification System
While air filters trap allergens, an air purifier takes indoor air quality a step further. Many modern HVAC systems can be paired with whole-home air purifiers that help remove airborne contaminants before they circulate.
Some effective options include:
UV Light Purifiers – Use ultraviolet light to kill bacteria, viruses, and mold spores.
Electronic Air Cleaners – Capture fine particles like smoke and dust that traditional filters may not catch.
Ionization Purifiers – Help remove airborne contaminants by electrically charging particles so they clump together and are easier to filter out.
Control Humidity Levels to Prevent Mold Growth
Excess moisture in your home can create the perfect environment for mold and mildew, which are major allergy triggers. Your HVAC system can help regulate humidity levels with a whole-home dehumidifier. Keeping indoor humidity between 30-50%Â prevents mold growth and keeps allergens at bay.
Breathe Easier This Allergy Season
Your HVAC system does more than just keep your home comfortable—it plays a key role in protecting your indoor air quality. By maintaining your system, upgrading your filters, investing in air purification, and controlling humidity, you can significantly reduce allergens in your home.
If you’re ready to improve your home’s air quality this allergy season, Jameson Heating & Air is here to help. Contact us today for professional HVAC maintenance, air filter upgrades, and air purification solutions!