Are Allergies Reportedly Better with Air Conditioning

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Are Allergies Reportedly Better with Air Conditioning?

Did you ever wonder if your air conditioner was causing your allergies to pollen or dust mites? Your indoor air quality is a key factor in your health, especially if you have allergies. This article examines the connection between allergies and air conditioners and offers helpful advice on how to make sure your indoor air quality is healthy.

Can Air Conditioning Help Allegations?

Your allergies can be controlled by air conditioning. This is possible if the air conditioner is maintained and serviced regularly. As it filters indoor air, your air conditioner’s intake filter can remove many common allergy triggers like pollen and dust. An air conditioner can also control the humidity in your home to prevent mould growth, which is a common allergy.

Although air conditioning isn’t designed specifically to combat allergies, it can provide dry, filtered air that can be very helpful.

Are Allergies Caused by Air Conditioning?

How well your air conditioner has been maintained will determine how effective it is. Your allergies may be triggered if your air conditioner is not properly maintained. It is not usually the cause.

The most common symptoms of allergies to airborne particles are:

  • Sneezing is often accompanied by a runny nose or blocked nose.
  • Dry, itchy eyes, nose, or throat
  • Postnasal drip and coughing
  • Allergy shiners (dark circles under the eyes caused by increased blood flow to the sinuses).
  • Breathing difficulty
  • Watery eyes
  • Conjunctivitis: Red-rimmed, swollen and crusty eyes.
  • Airborne allergies are more common in older people, children, and those with respiratory problems.

These symptoms may indicate that your air conditioner needs to be cleaned. Or, better still, your air conditioner should be scheduled for maintenance.

Allergy relief with air conditioners

Your air conditioner can help you get rid of your allergies with a few simple adjustments. Here are some tips to ensure your air conditioner does not contribute to poor indoor air quality.

#1 Change the filter in your air conditioner

A clean air conditioner is the best for allergies. Although your air conditioner’s filters do a great job of keeping out pollen, dust and other allergens, over time, they can become less effective. It is important to change your old filter for a new one in order to keep your indoor air as allergy-free as possible.

Why is this important? Dirty filters can impede airflow and make your system work harder, which will increase your electricity costs. Your air conditioner may overheat if the filter is dirty.

How often should your AC filters be changed? Air conditioning technicians recommend that they be changed at the start of each season (cooling or heating season). You should change them every three months for the best results.

#2 Clean the vents of your ducted air conditioner

This tip is perfect for ducted air conditioners. Dust mites, mould, and dust can all live in your ducted AC’s register and return vents. Keep your ducted AC in top condition.

Switch off your ducted air conditioner unit

Use the brush attachment to clean your vacuum cleaner’s vents of dirt, dust, and other debris

Use a damp cloth to remove any mould or dust.

#3 Maintain a low humidity level in your home

Your home should have humidity levels between 30 per cent and 50 per cent. This ideal humidity level will prevent mould and bacteria growth, reduce dust mite infestation, and keep your home and family comfortable.

#4 Check your air conditioner for any leaks

Leakage in your air conditioner can lead to allergens. How can you tell? How can you tell if your air conditioner is leaking? To ensure that your home is well-filtered, ask your local air conditioning technician to inspect your air conditioner.

#5 Clean your air conditioner coils

Your air conditioner may have a damp cooling coil, humidifier or condensate tray. This could indicate that mould or mildew is growing within it. Your air conditioner coils should be cleaned at least once per year. We also recommend scheduling an annual service appointment with your technician to ensure that every part of your conditioner works as it should.

#6 Buy an indoor air purifying plant

We recommend purchasing air-purifying plants to compliment your air conditioner. Make sure to check the following:

A) Improves indoor air quality

b) It Doesn’t produce pollen which could make your allergies worse

The best houseplants to help allergy sufferers are chrysanthemums and peace lilies.

Final Thoughts: Does air conditioning help with allergies?

  • Clean air conditioners can help you avoid allergies and improve indoor air quality in your home. We recommend the following:
  • Change your air conditioner filters at a minimum once every six months. If possible, every three months.
  • Clean your ducted air conditioner vents
  • To prevent mould and bacteria growth, keep your home’s humidity between 30-50%
  • Have your air conditioner inspected for leaks at least once per year during your annual service
  • Clean your air conditioner coils at minimum once per year
  • Purchase an indoor air purifier plant for your home

The bottom line: A well-maintained air conditioner can help improve air quality and reduce allergy symptoms.

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