Spring means sunshine, warmer days — and plenty of pollen. If you’re among the 25.2% of adults who suffer from seasonal allergy symptoms, you’ll soon be sneezing, coughing, blowing your nose and wiping at your watery eyes.
Luckily, you can dramatically reduce those triggers with a few upgrades to your HVAC system. This guide will walk you through three cost‑effective, high‑impact improvements that turn your home into a cleaner, healthier, allergy‑friendly space.
Why Your Indoor Air Makes You Sneeze
A persistent misconception about indoor air quality is that closing doors and windows will keep allergens out. However, indoor air can be up to 100 times more polluted than outdoor air. The reason is simple — pollen and other contaminants hitch a ride indoors far more easily than most people realize.
Every time a member of your household comes inside, dust, pollen, dander and other pollutants follow. Then, they drift into bedrooms, kitchens and living spaces and eventually get pulled into your HVAC system, which recirculates them throughout your home.
You don’t need to limit outdoor time or keep your family and pets from enjoying the fresh air. The solution lies in upgrading your HVAC system so it can capture, filter and remove these pollutants before they spread. With these three improvements, you can maintain a cleaner, healthier indoor environment, no matter how much time you spend outside.
1. Reduce Allergens With the Reme Halo
Switching from passive filtration to an active air filtration system is the most impactful upgrade you can make to your HVAC system. The Reme Halo reduces airborne and surface allergens with UV-C light and ionized hydrogen peroxide.
- Particulates: Dust, dirt, pollen and smoke
- Microbials: Viruses, bacteria and mold spores
- Gases: Volatile organic compounds and common household odors
Active Air Purification Explained
The Reme Halo in-duct air purifier uses ionized hydroperoxides to attack and destroy bacteria, dirt and other contaminants.
Beyond fighting allergies, the Reme Halo will also substantially improve your quality of life by running in the background with minimal upkeep. Thanks to its internal UV lamp, you’ll only need to replace the Reme Halo every two years.
This convenience means you don’t need to constantly wash or vacuum your paper filters. You can sit back, relax and let this device silently protect your home from allergens.
An Invisible and Whole-Home Solution
Unlike stand-alone air purifiers that take up floor space and make noise, the Reme Halo is an invisible upgrade that will keep your home clutter-free and noise-free. Because it installs directly into your existing HVAC ductwork, you don’t need to worry about where to place it for maximum efficiency or range. While your fan or AC is running, it will continuously clean the air throughout your whole space.
2. Create an Inhospitable Environment for Mold With a Dehumidifier
Central Pennsylvania’s spring weather is notoriously damp. Investing in a dehumidifier protects your home from excess moisture. Mold spores, dust mites and other pollutants will thrive in an indoor environment with humidity above 50%.
Whole-home dehumidification effortlessly combats mold and dust mites by integrating with your HVAC system. You don’t have to rely on unreliable portable units that require frequent cleaning and only dry out one room.
3. Deep-Clean Your System With Preventive Maintenance
Preventive maintenance is the best way to ensure your HVAC system performs efficiently. While it’s not a direct upgrade like the Reme Halo or whole-home dehumidification, preventive maintenance keeps the foundation of these upgrades — your HVAC system — in top shape so they can all work together effectively.
The Power of Clean Coils and Fresh Filters
Your HVAC system works overtime during winter, accumulating dust, dirt, organic matter, pet fur and other particulates in its drain lines and coils. When you turn on your AC for the first time in the spring, it will blow dirty air into your living spaces, triggering allergies. Contact a professional to sanitize your system’s coils and properly flush the lines. You must also replace your air filter at least once every three months to ensure it continues to trap allergens and dirt.
Turn Your Home Into a Clean-Air Sanctuary With Leggett, Inc.
Having an allergen- and moisture-free home is easy with help from experienced HVAC professionals. Leggett, Inc., provides a wide range of HVAC services, including system upgrades and preventive maintenance. Our family-owned company has proudly served homes and offices across central PA and the greater Harrisburg area for six decades.
Our team of licensed plumbers, electricians and NATE-certified technicians can handle any challenge, and we back our work with an industry-leading warranty. Leggett, Inc., is also an original member of the ServAssure Dealer Alliance, providing services with 100% satisfaction guarantee or your money back.
Right now, switching to whole-home purification systems and dehumidifiers is even more cost-effective. As we celebrate our 60 years in the business, we’re offering $60 off for preseason AC, HVAC system upgrades or heating preventive maintenance for anyone not on a service plan.
Your home and space should be a clean-air sanctuary. If you’re ready to protect the people under your roof from the spring sneeze, contact us online today or call us at 717-737-4562.
