Summer is a great time to enjoy the outdoors. A time for trips to your favorite lake, outdoor entertaining, and relaxing in the warmth of the sun.

But for many, it’s also a time for scratchy throats, watery eyes, and itchy skin, all caused by summer allergens.

You see, spring and fall aren’t the only seasons that wreak havoc on allergy sufferers. Here are some of the most common summertime allergy triggers that might be causing you minor to big-time discomfort.

Pollen

While trees finish pollinating by late spring, grasses and weeds can trigger allergies throughout the summer months, triggering a runny nose, itchy eyes, and other symptoms. Some of the worst offenders are ragweed, cockleweed, Russian thistle, Bermuda grass, blue grass, and red top.

Dust Mites

Because they thrive in warm, humid temperatures, dust mites peak during the summer months. They nest in mattresses, carpets, and upholstery and can cause sneezing, runny noses, and problems with your breathing.

Mold

Mold, both indoor and outdoor, can trigger allergic reactions and exacerbate asthma symptoms. Certain types of outdoor mold, like Alternaria, tend to peak in late summer and fall, while warmer temps and increased humidity provide the ideal environment for indoor mold growth.

Stings and Bites

Getting stung by a bee or bitten by a pesky mosquito is no fun for anyone. But for some, it’s downright dangerous. Bees, wasps, yellow jackets, hornets, mosquitos, and fire ants are just some of the culprits to look out for this and every summer.

If the symptoms are serious enough, you’ll want to see your doctor for fast and effective treatment. Short of that , there are a number of things you can do to lessen the impact of summer allergens, including the following:

• Wear a surgical mask while cutting your lawn.
• If you have your lawn cut for you, make sure all windows and doors are closed while it’s being tended to.
• Get your family in the habit of taking their shoes off as soon as they enter your house and leave them by the entrance way. That will prevent pollen, ragweed, pesticides, etc., from being dragged all through your home.
• Invest in house plants known for their air cleaning ability, such as rubber trees, cacti, ivy, and chlorophytum.

For improved air quality throughout your home, talk to the pros at Absolute Air about such indoor air quality solutions as whole-house air filtration and whole-house humidity control systems. Both of these and other products help prevent and lessen the effects of allergy and asthma symptoms.

According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, Dallas ranks 23^rd in the US among cities with the worst allergy and asthma conditions.

Of course, if you’re one of the people constantly looking for relief, then it doesn’t much matter what our ranking is.  All you want is the best possible treatment you can get and, even more so, a cure or at least a lessening in severity.

While the basic causes of asthma are not fully known, this much is documented:  primary contributors are such inhaled substances as:

• indoor allergens, including dust, dust mites, and pet dander
• outdoor allergens such as pollen and grass
• tobacco smoke
• bacteria and germs
• chemical and new construction by-products irritants in the workplace
• air pollution

And where is indoor pollution the greatest?  Inside your home.

So yes, while the number one reason you purchase and operate an air conditioning system is for the cool comfort it provides, air conditioning is also vital to your family’s good health.

Here are other health benefits that derive from whole-house air conditioning:

• Reduced Stress – Excessively hot indoor temperatures also have a way of causing your blood pressure and stress levels to rise, and there’s no relaxation in that.

• Helps Prevent Illness – With increased stress, your body’s immune system weakens over time, and that makes you more vulnerable to illness and infection.

• Helps Fight Depression – Heat often leads to lethargy, boredom and loss of interest; these symptoms are closely related to depression.

• You’ll Sleep Better – Sleep is a crucial part of our lives and trying to get any sleep when it’s warm and humid is next to impossible.

• Breathe Cleaner Air – An air conditioning system in combination with an air filter helps rid your home of germs, pesticides, mold, mildew, dust, dust mites, and many other indoor air pollutants.

Three Types of Air Conditioning Systems

At Absolute Air, we offer a greater variety of options to keep everyone in your family cool and comfortable, all the time.  Here, we design and install three types of air conditioning systems:

• Central air
• Ductless air
• Heat pumps

We also provide whole-house air purifiers as another way to provide cleaner indoor air.  These install right inside your ductwork which means they’re constantly working to trap dust, dirt, and other pollutants before they can reach your living spaces and your lungs.

For greater comfort and cleaner indoor air, contact Absolute Air today.  We can help, and we look forward to that opportunity.

We’ve come a long way in our battle to improve overall air quality. Consumers are demanding non-toxic products that are safe to use around their loved ones, and one by one companies are stepping up to meet that demand. From low VOC paint to chemical-free household cleaners, the clean air movement shows no signs of stopping.

At the same time, we’re still inundated with a slew of air pollutants, especially in our own homes. Truth is, the air we breathe indoors is far more compromised than outdoor air. And while eliminating toxic chemicals and pollutants from household products and making sure that your air filters are cleaned or replaced are vital to indoor air quality, sometimes other remedies are needed.

If, for example, you or someone in your household suffers from allergies, asthma, or other respiratory ailments, perhaps it’s time to consider installing Germicidal UV lights in your central home comfort system. You see, UV lights kill mold, bacteria, viruses and other air invaders, while neutralizing odors and improving the quality of the air you breathe. And because these lights are installed within your existing ductwork and create no gas or ozone, they are perfectly safe.

But the benefits don’t stop there. Germicidal UV lights also help to:

• Reduce headaches, allergy, asthma, and cold symptoms

• Aid in concentration

• Increase the life-span of your HVAC system

• Maximize the efficiency of your HVAC system, which in turn, saves you money on your home heating and cooling costs

At Absolute Air, we are indoor air quality specialists with multiple solutions for improving the quality of the air inside your home.  Contact us today too learn more or schedule a free in-home consultation.

Are things a little dry inside your house this winter?  Dry hair, eyes, skin, wood – that kind of thing?

Well, that’s how most heating systems operate.  As in, they heat your home and dry out your air at the same time.

But the air doesn’t just sit there and take it!  Nosiree, Bob.  Your indoor air is like a vacuum cleaner when it gets too dry, seeking out and soaking in moisture wherever it can find it.  And since as much as 60% of your body is composed of water, you and your family are prime targets.

Here are just some of the problems that dry indoor air can cause around your house:

• Dry & itchy skin
• Dry and sore throat
• Nose bleeds
• Dry hair and flaky scalp
• Static electricity
• Damage to electronic equipment
• Cracked and shrinking wood
• Cold-like symptoms and other respiratory ailments

If this all sounds pretty familiar, then it’s time to look into a whole-house humidity control system.  Installed directly inside your ductwork, they add as much moisture as you want and need to offset overly dry conditions

During the hot and humid summer months, that same humidity control system will work in reverse to remove excess moisture from the air.

With added humidity during the winter, you’ll also feel warmer at lower temperature settings, and that means about a 4% reduction in your home heating utility costs.  Hey, every little bit helps, right?

For more information or to schedule installation, contact Absolute Air today.  Your indoor comfort specialist in Kaurman, Crandall, and other local communities.

The presence of mold in your Kaufman or Crandall home can cause a myriad of allergic reactions like a runny nose and red, watery eyes, not to mention a persistent cough, and skin rash. In addition, mold can damage, discolor, or even rot the wooden surfaces inside your home. Fortunately, keeping your home free of mold is as simple as keeping it clean and dry.

A good place to check for mold is in your bathroom.  Specifically, look for those telltale black streaks or patches on the walls and corners of the shower – anyplace where it’s dark and moist. A simple application of antifungal spray will clear up any outbreaks, and keeping the area dry with a squeegee or towel after showering will prevent mold’s return.

Another major breeding ground for mold growth is a damp basement.  Even the condensation dripping off pipes can give mold the moisture it needs to get started. A minor leak in a pipe might seem insignificant, but it’s a problem that can spiral out of control, ultimately affecting your family’s health, and once an infestation is in place, you might need professional assistance to get it rid of it.

Further, did you know that mold growth can start with the moisture you bring into your home?  Here are a few practical and effective ways to prevent indoor mold growth:

• Keep the relative humidity in your home at or under 60%; if it’s currently above that level in one or more areas of your home, look into acquiring a room or whole-house de-humidifier.

• Don’t mix wet clothes and towels, etc. in with the rest of your laundry.  Keep it separate in a sealed plastic bag until you’re ready wash it.

• Even better, keep wet towels and wash cloths in the bathroom until they’re completely dry and, in the process, keep the bathroom door closed when not in use.

• Don’t put away wet shoes, hats, or any other outerwear until they’re completely dry.

• Make sure your laundry room is well ventilated as your dryer is a major source of moisture build-up.

At Absolute Air we can install a whole-house humidity control system that adds or removes moisture as needed, thereby keeping your entire home at a safe and comfortable humidity level all year long.

Absolute Air offers quality air conditioning services in forney tx and crandall . We have other indoor air quality solutions, too.  Contact us today for details or to schedule installation.

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