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How You Can Get Away From Your Allergies

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Have you ever noticed how spring is often referred to as "allergy season?" Have you ever wondered why that is? If you have, the answer is quite simple. This time of year, plants begin the process of pollination, so pollen and environmental dust are more abundant.

If you have what is referred to as "seasonal allergies" it's not because you're allergic to the days between March 20 through June 21. Your allergies are considered seasonal because the pollutants that cause your allergies are more prominent during this time of year.

If you’re looking for a way to get out of having to deal with allergy symptoms for the next three months, then read on to learn how cleaner air in your home can help you do just that!

Recognize Allergy Symptoms

allergysymptomsThe first step to improving your allergy symptoms through cleaner air is to recognize what your allergy symptoms are.

You may be thinking “don’t be ridiculous, I know what my allergy symptoms are,” but for some people (especially people with newly developed allergies) it can be difficult to identify allergy symptoms as such since man allergy symptoms can also be associated with the common cold.

Symptoms like a runny nose, headaches, swollen and watery eyes, coughing, wheezing, and throat irritation are all shared by allergies and colds. If the symptoms persist for more than a few days, even with medicine, consult your physician about the possibility of you having allergies.

Get Your Air Ducts Cleaned

homecleaningOnce you’ve discussed it with your doctor, and hopefully gotten some kind of medication to relieve your symptoms, there is more that you can do to make sudden attacks on your sinuses less likely. You can get your HVAC system cleaned up, starting with your ducts.

While it is easier to replace your air filter and have your HVAC unit cleaned, you’ll never get anywhere without duct cleaning. All the clean air passing through those dusty (possibly even moldy) ducts will just lower your air quality all over again.

Seek Professional HVAC Services

professionalservicesSo you see, duct cleaning and other professional services like HVAC maintenance go beyond just taking care of your home; it really can have an impact on your health, too!

Low air quality caused by dust and other pollutants can lead to serious issues like asthma attacks and severe allergic reactions. Avoid these medical scares by calling Cardinal Heating today an asking about duct cleaning, and HVAC services.

To summarize, the best way to get away from your allergies this season is to understand what your allergy symptoms mean and call Cardinal Heating at 608-470-3876 for professional services like duct cleaning, in Sun Prairie, WI. Cleaner ducts translate to cleaner air, which makes for a cleaner house.

Make spring cleaning a little easier on yourself by prioritizing clean air. You can also improve your indoor air quality by installing an air purifier in each room of your house, or by simply replacing your air filter on a regular basis.

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Watch Out for Air Duct Mold and Look for these 3 Signs

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You may have heard about the dangers of household mold, but do you know why that is? It’s that mold spores are toxic and are extremely dangerous if inhaled. They don’t just contaminate your indoor air quality; they can make you and your family quite sick.

Mold can appear anywhere in your home where the right environment exists. Mold needs moisture and food to grow, so you will usually find it in areas like your kitchen, bathrooms, and basement. Notorious mold hotspots are your cabinets, carpets, drywall, furniture and wood flooring.

However, another common and extremely dangerous spot for mold growth is inside your air ducts. As the air passes through your ducts and moves through the home, it will grab those mold spores and spread them everywhere. How do you know if you have mold growing in your air ducts? Here are the common signs.

1 - Chronic Mysterious Health Problems

“healthissues”Have you or your family members experienced a higher number than usual of colds or allergic symptoms recently? This could be bad luck, a poor immune system, or it could be because you are inhaling mold spores.

Common health problems that are caused by low air quality with mold contamination include respiratory irritation, dizziness, rashes, and congestion and in some cases is even linked to mental health issues like depression.

Obviously, these ailments should be taken seriously. See your doctor and contact a mold specialist to inspect your home for full peace of mind.

2 - Persistent Smell in Your Home

“strongsmell”Do you smell a strong musty odor in your home? Is it in all of your rooms, or is it in a single room or two? If the mold is inside your air ducts, it will make its way throughout your entire home, rather than being localized to an isolated area.

You’ll know if you are smelling mold. It has a very strong, very pungent odor, which is going to also impact your air quality.

3 - What do you See?

“visiblemold”When mold is growing inside your ducts, you will be able to see evidence of it on the outside of the ductwork. Be aware if you see stains or anything that looks like foam on the exterior of the ducts.

That’s not foam; it is mold. One of the many benefits of getting your ducts cleaned regularly is that you reduce the likelihood of mold growth because you remove the debris.

You also have peace of mind that a trained technician is inspecting your ductwork. For an appointment in Sun Prairie, WI, give us a call.