The Real Reason You Suffer from Indoor Allergies

Most people welcome spring with open arms, but if you suffer from allergies, this season can be a nightmare. Many of us seek shelter in the sanctuary of our homes, but sometimes even that isn't enough.

But why? There are no trees or flowers spreading pollen around your living room, yet you still can't escape the constant sneezing and sniffling.

If you can't seem to shake your allergies, your air ducts may be to blame.

An afterthought for most homeowners, air ducts are a common hiding place for many allergens such as pet dander, dust, pollen, and mold. These contaminants can enter your air ducts in a variety of ways.

• Take dust for example: the average three-bedroom home generates over 40 pounds of dust per year through everyday activities. Much of this can get sucked into your vents and collect in your ducts.
• Pollen, on the other hand, commonly enters through your fresh air intake.
• Pet dander can be found in abundance in air ducts. Even if you don't have pets, dander could still be present from a previous homeowner.
• Mold can grow virtually anywhere moisture is present. The inside of air ducts are often wet with condensation due to the cold air passing through them. The dust provides food for the mold, and the dark environment is the perfect climate for it to thrive.

No matter how the pollutants get in your ducts, they can use them as a transportation system to spread throughout your entire home. This could be the reason you experience your outdoor allergy symptoms, even when you are inside.

If you are looking to improve the air quality in your home, experts recommend having your air ducts professionally cleaned every 3-5 years. If you are overdue for a cleaning for your Long Island home, contact the experts at GreenPro Cleaning & Restoration at (631) 940-8100.

Do You Suffer From Allergies? Your Air Ducts May Be To Blame

Do you suffer from indoor, outdoor, or seasonal allergies? You are not alone.

It is estimated that allergies affect more than 50 million Americans. Many people go inside to seek shelter when pollen levels climb too high, but even that doesn't always help. If you can't seem to shake your allergies whether you are at home, at work, or outside, your air ducts may be to blame.

What's in your air ducts?

If you don't have your air ducts professionally cleaned on a routine basis, they may be harboring all kinds of unwanted contaminants. The average household generates 40 pounds of dust each year, and much of it can settle into your air ducts. Your ductwork then acts as a transportation system, circulating this dust and other pollutants to every area of your home where they can cause symptoms such as sneezing, coughing, sore throat, and itchy eyes. Other allergens commonly found in air ducts include:

• Pet dander
• Mold and mildew
• Pollen
• Cigarette smoke
• Rodent droppings

What can you do?

The only way to effectively remove these impurities from your air ducts is by calling a professional cleaning service. Do not attempt to clean your air ducts yourself. Not only are DIY cleanings ineffective, they can be dangerous to your health, especially if you are dealing with mold or mildew. High-powered tools such as rotary brushes and truck-mounted vacuums are the only way to completely rid your ducts of contaminants.

If you live on Long Island and are looking for an air duct cleaning service for your home or business, look no further than GreenPro Cleaning & Restoration. We only use environmentally-friendly products and processes, and our customers often report improved energy efficiency and air quality. We serve all of Nassau and Suffolk County, call us today for a free quote at (631) 940-8100.