Spring Cleaning & Allergy Season

It’s that time of year again – SPRING!

For many, the onset of spring means whipping out the mop and broom for some spring cleaning. During this time of social distancing, we may find ourselves even more inclined to declutter and organize parts of our house or apartment that need some extra love. Maybe its time to re-organize your closet, make up drawer, or even your kitchen. Spring cleaning can be so satisfying and an awesome way to get your home ready for the summer ahead.

Spring brings wonderful opportunity and weather, but ALLERGIES can come with it.

Now that we are spending more time indoors, it’s important to think about the quality of air you’re breathing in. Did you know it’s not just outdoor allergens like flower, grass, and tree pollen that can irritate allergies? Indoor allergens (like pet dander and dust) can circulate throughout your house and can also cause irritation. Key signs of this: sneezing and coughing.

So, during this time of spring cleaning, amidst the scrubbing of dust and grime in obvious places, take the opportunity to ensure your home air quality is optimal! Make sure to include changing your air filters on your spring-cleaning list to help reduce asthma and allergy symptoms.

Severity of Household Allergies	Filter Recommendation	Captured Contaminants
Mild	MERV 8	dust, lint, pollen, debris, and pet dander
Moderate	MERV 11	dust, lint, pollen, debris, pet dander + mold spores, car fumes, and smog
Severe (including asthma)	MERV 13	dust, lint, pollen, debris, pet dander, mold spores, car fumes, smog, + smoke, bacteria, virus carriers, and other allergens

To reduce the spread of cold, flu, illnesses and other viruses, MERV 13 rated filters are recommended

Want ADDED allergy protection? Try our Antimicrobial filter with an added MERV rating! Our antimicrobial filters are specially designed to inhibit the growth of microorganisms such as fungi, bacteria, mold spores and airborne contaminates, making it the best option to help combat both indoor and outdoor allergens.

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