Spring Cleaning: How to Keep Your Home Allergen-Free

How to Fight Dust and Allergens in Your Home This Spring

Spring is here, and with it comes new growth and new allergies. Keep your home healthy and clean by fighting dust and allergens with these tips:

Step 1: Start by Dusting Regularly

Taking care of dust in your home is important for maintaining a clean and allergen-free environment. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you get started:

Gather Your Cleaning Supplies

Before you start dusting, make sure you have all the supplies you need to get the job done. You will need:

• A microfiber cloth or duster
• A damp cloth or mop
• An all-purpose cleaner or furniture spray
• A vacuum with a HEPA filter

Start with High Surfaces

Begin by dusting high surfaces like ceiling fans, light fixtures, and tall furniture. This will prevent any dust from settling onto surfaces that you have already cleaned.

Dust Furniture and Decorations

Next, dust all furniture, including upholstery and the sides and back of the furniture. Be sure to dust lamps, picture frames, and any other decorative items in the room as well.

Vacuum Carpets and Rugs

Use the HEPA filter vacuum to clean carpets and rugs, making sure to go over each area multiple times to remove as much dust and allergens as possible.

Clean Hard Surfaces

Using a damp cloth or mop, clean hard surfaces like floors and countertops. If needed, you can use an all-purpose cleaner or furniture spray to help remove any remaining dust or allergens.

Repeat the Process

To keep your home as dust-free and allergen-free as possible, it's important to repeat this process on a regular basis. Aim to dust at least once a week, and vacuum carpets and rugs at least twice a month.

By following these steps, you can effectively keep your home clean and safe from allergens. However, if you are dealing with a serious allergen problem, or have experienced water damage or mold growth, it may be time to call in the professionals. In these cases, AFC: Cleaning & Restoration can help. Contact them today for a free quote!

Step 2: Get Rid of Clutter

Reducing clutter in your home can help reduce allergens in several ways. By removing items that are not necessary, you eliminate potential surfaces for dust and allergens to collect. By dusting and vacuuming regularly, you remove existing allergens from surfaces and carpets. And by keeping the humidity low, you can prevent the growth of mold and dust mites.

Guide on how to reduce clutter related allergens:

1. Start by identifying areas of your home that tend to accumulate clutter. This could be a room, a corner, or a shelf.
2. Decide what items you no longer need or use. Be ruthless and get rid of anything that you haven’t touched in the past year. This will help to minimize the amount of allergens that can accumulate in your home.
3. Organize the items you’ve decided to keep. This can be done by sorting items into categories and finding a suitable storage solution for each category. For example, you could have a designated spot for books, another for paperwork, and another for toys.
4. Declutter your closet. Hang items that can be hung, fold clothes that can be folded, and store items in containers or on shelves. Make sure to vacuum the closet and wipe down surfaces regularly to prevent allergens from accumulating.
5. Clean and dust your home regularly. Make sure to dust surfaces, vacuum or sweep floors, and wash bedding regularly to reduce the number of allergens in your home.
6. Consider using air purifiers or air filters to help reduce allergens in the air.

If you're still struggling with allergies despite your efforts to reduce clutter and allergens, it may be time to call in a professional. AFC Cleaning & Restoration offers services such as carpet & rug cleaning, air duct cleaning, and mold removal that can help improve the air quality in your home and reduce allergens. Contact us today for a free quote.

Step 3: Clean Your Bedding Regularly

Your bedding can be a breeding ground for dust mites and other allergens. Wash your bedding regularly in hot water (at least 130°F) to kill dust mites and other allergens. Use allergen-resistant bedding covers to reduce the amount of dust mites and other allergens that come into contact with your skin.

By following these tips, you can reduce the amount of dust and allergens in your home and breathe easier this spring. If you're still struggling with indoor air pollution, it may be time to call AFC Cleaning & Restoration. Our team of certified technicians can help you identify the source of your indoor air pollution and develop a plan to improve air quality. Contact us today to learn more.

Step 4: When to Call AFC: Cleaning & Restoration

While regular cleaning can help reduce allergens in your home, there may be times when you need professional help. If you're dealing with severe allergies or have extensive mold or water damage, it's a good idea to call AFC Cleaning & Restoration. Our team of IICRC certified technicians has the training and experience needed to tackle even the toughest cleaning and restoration projects.

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In conclusion, spring is a great time to do a deep clean of your home and reduce the amount of allergens. By dusting regularly, vacuuming and mopping floors, washing bedding and curtains, tackling mold and mildew, and calling AFC Cleaning & Restoration when needed, you can keep your home clean and allergen-free.