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5 Tips to Help Prevent Spring Allergies Indoors

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The past Florida winter had been colder than usual, which may have caused some trees and plants to release pollen this spring. This isn’t good news if you have allergies. We have compiled some tips below to help you keep the pollens out and allergens at bay this spring season. · Keep your windows closed during times of high pollen count . Enjoying the fresh spring air is understandable, but if you’re one with sensitivity to pollen and other allergens, it might be better to keep your windows closed and turn on your A/C. Fans are an alternative to keep you cool, but they can stir up dust and aggravate your allergies. · Bathe your pets before letting them inside the house . Pollen and dirt can get trapped in your pets’ fur and paws, which can transfer inside your home when they get in and shake or play. Be sure to bathe them every time they have been outdoors. Like your pets, pollen and dirt can also get trapped in your hair or clothes, so also be sure to wash yourself often after spe...

When Do I need to replace my Air Conditioner?

There will be certain indications that your air conditioning unit needs replacement already. The performance might have been decreasing over the years and even after multiple cleaning, you can’t feel the usual coolness that your A/C system is giving out. So, what could be the signs that we are looking for before we replace our air conditioner? Here are some signs and symptoms that we can look out for: . Your air conditioner is more than 10 years old. Consider replacing it with a unit that has an energy-efficient label in it. Installed correctly, these high-efficiency units can save up to 20 percent on heating and cooling costs. · Your furnace is more than 15 years old. Consider replacing with a qualified furnace , which is 15% more efficient than a conventional furnace. Try looking for the energy-efficient label and when you purchase a new one, always aim for an energy-efficient one. · Your equipment needs frequent repairs and your energy b...

Upgrade Your Air Filter: Improve Your Air Efficiency

Many of us now are suffering from health problems. The causes of which are exposed to outdoor pollution, lifestyle behavior, or exposed to toxic problems. Many have suffered from allergies. Did you know that indoor air can also affect your health? Airborne pollutants such as molds, germs, bacteria and viruses are more productive where moisture is present. This greater activity and concentration of these airborne contaminants, equates to more allergic reactions, and sickness within families, for longer periods of time. Your air duct interior and air conditioning equipment are where molds likely to produce, – especially in the air conditioners inside drain-pan where it is dark, damp, and filled with nutrient. The air that is blown from the system scattered all around the house. These organisms can multiply trillions in less than three weeks. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 60% of Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) problems and allergies may be mold-related...