Allergy Season in Louisiana: How Your HVAC Can Help
Spring and fall in Louisiana bring warm weather, but they also bring something less pleasant—seasonal allergies. If you suffer from sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion, your home’s indoor air quality (IAQ) could be making things worse. While you can’t control the pollen count outside, your HVAC system plays a big role in reducing allergens inside your home.
How Your HVAC Affects Indoor Air Quality
Your HVAC system does more than regulate temperature—it filters the air circulating through your home. When properly maintained, it helps trap common allergens like dust, pollen, and pet dander before they spread through your living space. However, if your system is outdated or neglected, it could be circulating more allergens than it removes.
HVAC Tips to Reduce Allergens
If you want to improve indoor air quality during allergy season, a few adjustments to your HVAC system can make a big difference.
- Upgrade Your Air Filters: Standard filters trap large particles, but high-efficiency filters, like HEPA or MERV-rated options, capture smaller allergens, including pollen and mold spores.
- Change Filters Regularly: Dirty filters can’t trap allergens effectively. During peak allergy season, replacing them every 30–60 days helps keep your air clean.
- Schedule Duct Cleaning: Dust and allergens can accumulate in your ductwork over time. A professional cleaning removes buildup and improves air circulation.
- Use a Whole-Home Air Purifier: Adding an air purifier to your HVAC system provides an extra layer of filtration, reducing airborne contaminants.
- Control Humidity Levels: High humidity encourages mold and dust mites, both common allergy triggers. A dehumidifier keeps moisture levels balanced, making your home less hospitable to allergens.
- Keep Vents and Registers Clean: Dust and debris can collect in vents, recirculating allergens into the air. Regularly wiping them down helps prevent buildup.
Why Professional HVAC Maintenance Matters
Routine maintenance is one of the best ways to keep allergens in check. A professional inspection includes cleaning coils, checking air filters, and identifying potential issues that could affect air quality. Without professional maintenance for your AC and heater, your system could be working against you, spreading dust and allergens rather than filtering them out.
Breathe Easier with Expert IAQ Services
If allergy season has you feeling miserable, we can help. At ACR Air Conditioning & Heating Inc, we provide HVAC maintenance, air quality solutions, and expert service to keep your home comfortable year-round. Contact us today to schedule an inspection and start breathing cleaner, healthier air.
