| More people are heading indoors to find relief | | | | ventilation and air conditioning professional to show |
| from ragweed, pollen and cooler temperatures | | | | you how to replace your filters on an ongoing |
| this fall season. There are also things lurking inside | | | | basis to help limit the particulates and dust in your |
| your home that could further aggravate allergies | | | | home's air. |
| and asthma this autumn and throughout the year, | | | | Add a whole-home air cleaner. Use a whole-home |
| such as dust bunnies. These unwanted piles of | | | | air filtration system to combat dust bunnies and |
| dust, pet hair and other particles hide behind | | | | allergens. These systems remove unwanted |
| doors, under beds, in pillow cases and in corners. | | | | particles from the air in every room of the house |
| In the battle between dust bunnies and | | | | versus other air cleaners that just do the job in |
| homeowners, the dust bunnies appear to be | | | | one specific room. |
| winning. Only a small number of households take | | | | Close your windows. Although it's tempting to |
| any significant preventative action against poor | | | | open windows to enjoy the fall's more moderate |
| indoor air quality, which can be caused by pesky | | | | outdoor temperatures, this invites pollen and mold |
| dust bunnies, pollen and allergens. | | | | spores into your home and into the air you |
| Most tend to ward off dust bunnies by | | | | breathe. Even window screens can't stop these |
| vacuuming, dusting and sweeping with a broom, | | | | microscopic particulates from entering your house. |
| although this doesn't seem to have a lasting | | | | Use your air conditioner. Turning on the air |
| effect. Consider taking the following proactive | | | | conditioner provides welcome relief by cooling and |
| steps when battling dust bunnies: | | | | drying the air in your home. Dehumidifiers can also |
| Change your air filters regularly. Air filters should | | | | help homeowners feel more comfortable while |
| be replaced monthly to avoid particle build-up and | | | | fighting allergens that thrive in moist environments. |
| to ensure the highest performance. Some | | | | With these steps, homeowners can help solve |
| manufacturers also offer cleanable filters that can | | | | their ongoing battle with dust bunnies and seasonal |
| be rinsed or vacuumed. Ask your heating, | | | | allergens. |