Breathe Easier at Home This Spring and Summer
Allergy season in Minnesota can be tough—especially when pollen, mold, and other irritants sneak into your home. While you can’t control what’s in the air outside, you can take steps to improve your indoor air quality (IAQ) and create a safe, allergy-friendly environment indoors.
At Four Seasons Air Specialists, we’ve been helping White Bear Lake homeowners stay comfortable and breathe easier since 1974. Whether you suffer from seasonal allergies, asthma, or just want cleaner air, these indoor air quality tips will help you reclaim your space during allergy season.
🌼 Start with a High-Quality Air Filter
Your HVAC system’s air filter is the first line of defense against airborne allergens like pollen, pet dander, and dust mites.
✅ What to do:
- Replace your air filter every 1–3 months, or more often during peak allergy season
- Use a filter with a MERV rating of 8–13 for effective allergen removal
- Consider a HEPA-grade filter if compatible with your system
💡 Pro Tip: Ask us about filter options that balance allergen control and airflow efficiency.
🧼 Keep Floors, Surfaces, and Fabrics Clean
Allergens don’t just float in the air—they settle on your floors, furniture, curtains, and bedding.
🧽 What to clean regularly:
- Vacuum carpets and rugs at least twice a week using a HEPA vacuum
- Wash bedding in hot water weekly
- Clean or replace curtains with washable window treatments
- Dust surfaces with a damp cloth to trap, not spread, allergens
🌬 Improve Ventilation and Air Circulation
Stale, stuffy indoor air traps allergens. Fresh air helps dilute indoor pollutants and bring in oxygen-rich air.
💡 Ventilation tips:
- Run exhaust fans in the kitchen and bathrooms
- Use your HVAC fan setting to circulate air even when the system isn’t heating or cooling
- Open windows on days when pollen counts are low and air quality is good (usually after rainfall)
🚫 Avoid opening windows on dry, windy days when pollen counts are high.
💧 Control Indoor Humidity
High humidity creates the perfect environment for mold, mildew, and dust mites—all common allergy triggers.
- 📊 Ideal humidity level: 30–50%
- Use a whole-home or portable dehumidifier if your home feels damp
- Run exhaust fans while cooking, showering, or doing laundry
- Check your basement or crawl space for excess moisture
🌿 Choose Allergy-Friendly Houseplants
Some plants can help purify the air, but others may contribute to allergies with moldy soil or pollen.
🪴 Tips:
- Choose low-pollen options like snake plant, spider plant, or aloe vera
- Use a top layer of gravel on the soil to prevent mold growth
- Avoid overwatering and inspect for mold or pests regularly
🔧 Consider an Air Purifier or UV Air Cleaner
For households with severe allergies or asthma, an advanced air cleaning solution can provide an extra layer of protection.
🛠 Options to ask us about:
- Whole-home air purifiers integrated with your HVAC system
- UV germicidal lights to reduce mold, bacteria, and viruses
- HEPA filtration systems for high-efficiency particulate removal
🛌 Create an Allergen-Free Bedroom
Your bedroom is where you spend a third of your life—make it a clean-air sanctuary.
🛏 Steps to take:
- Use allergy-proof pillow and mattress covers
- Keep pets out of the bedroom during allergy season
- Wash sheets and pillowcases in hot water weekly
- Remove clutter and limit fabric surfaces that collect dust
📅 Schedule HVAC Maintenance Before Allergy Season Peaks
A clean, well-maintained HVAC system keeps allergens from building up and circulating through your home.
🧰 Spring service includes:
- Cleaning the indoor coils and blower components
- Inspecting and sealing ductwork
- Replacing filters
- Ensuring proper airflow and ventilation
🌟 Regular maintenance also keeps your system running efficiently, saving energy and improving comfort.
Breathe Easier with Help from Four Seasons Air Specialists
Indoor air quality plays a huge role in your health and comfort—especially during allergy season. Whether you need a new air filter, help balancing humidity, or an advanced air purification system, we’ve got you covered.
✅ Trusted in White Bear Lake since 1974
✅ Licensed HVAC experts
✅ Customized air quality solutions
✅ Friendly, local service
📞 Ready to fight back against allergy season? Schedule a consultation or maintenance visit today.
