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Title: Combat Allergies with Spring Cleaning


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  • While most people look forward to blooming
    wildflowers and spring fever, allergy sufferers
    wait in dread for spring allergies to kick in
    with a vengeance.
  • According to the American College of Allergy,
    Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI), many are allergic
    to indoor irritants all year, but springtime
    brings on a new level of exposure to pollens.
  • Remove allergens inside the home and reduce the
    chances of new ones entering. Here are some
    practical ways spring cleaning services can aid
    in your anti-allergy battle.

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  • Understanding the source of your own allergies is
    the first step. See an allergist for skin or
    blood tests to pinpoint the cause of symptoms.
  • The most common allergens include pollen, mold,
    dust mites, and animal dander.1 Fortunately,
    there are ways to limit all of them. If your
    symptoms noticeably worsen in spring, try
    prescription or over-the-counter treatments.
  • Limit exposure by staying indoors on windy or
    high pollen-count days. Keep windows closed and
    use air conditioning.

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  • Wherever you have dust, you are harboring a
    thriving population of dust mitesnot a healthy
    situation.
  • One of the most common allergy sources, dust
    mites are microscopic critters that love moist
    environments. They thrive on dust and dead
    skinyuck.
  • Clean air vents and change filters regularly to
    prevent both pollen and dust from circulating.
    Direct your maid service to vacuum often and be
    sure furniture is movedyour allergies know
    whats hiding under there.

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  • Ceiling fans keep you cool in summer and save on
    air conditioning, but they are a major hangout
    for dust. Remember to dust or vacuum them
    regularly and wipe down the blades every few
    months.
  • Your mattress is a safe havenfor dust mites!
    Give mattresses a deep vacuuming with a
    super-clean vacuum, then encase in
    hypo-allergenic dust covers. Youll find sizes
    made for box springs and pillows as well.
  • Change bed linen at least weekly, and launder in
    hot water to kill the mites. Apply the same
    treatment to throws, decorative pillows, or
    stuffed animals that come in contact with skin.

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  • Mold loves a dark, moist environment, which
    explains why it creeps in where water
    accumulates, like the bathroom and kitchen. Run
    fans to pull moisture out of damp air and use a
    squeegee to remove excess water from shower walls
    and glass surfaces.
  • Get rid of mold with a solution of very mild
    bleach in water, or treat with borax and water to
    prevent growth.2
  • A kitchen sink is prime real estate for mold,
    especially if it lacks direct lighting. Add
    under-cabinet lighting around sink or counters.
    Wipe down counters frequently and follow with a
    dry cloth to eliminate standing water or
    dampness.

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  • Pet dander, the protein contained in the animals
    skin and saliva, and is carried on loose fur. It
    can cause increasingly worse symptoms with
    prolonged exposure.1
  • If youve gotten the tragic news that your
    allergy is due to Fluffy or Spot, stay calm.
    There are plenty of ways to minimize symptoms
    without saying goodbye to your favorite family
    member.
  • Step up your cleaning routine to remove cat or
    dog hair from furniture and clothing as
    frequently as possible.

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  • Stock up on lint rollers, one of the handiest
    tools to remove fur. Brush your pet often to
    collect loose hair before it ends up on your
    floor or couch, and bathe your dog weekly (some
    cats are bathable, too)but take precautions.
  • Change your clothing and wash hands and face
    immediately after handling your pet, and after
    cleaning.
  • Ban your pet from the bedroom. This may be too
    difficult for some pet-lovers, but could
    drastically improve symptoms. You spend up to 8
    hours a day or more in there, so keep it
    allergen-free to feel better.

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  • How many hours can you invest in anti-allergy
    cleaning? Small steps can become a daily routine,
    but get ahead of springs onslaught by hiring a
    housekeeping specialist.
  • Your home gets a thorough spring cleaning in just
    a few hours from professionals who tackle
    accumulated dust, mold, and pet dander.
  • Use a cleaning services team like 2 Local Gals
    Housekeeping to help you beat those pesky
    allergies.

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  • Founded in 1999 by, of course, 2 Local Gals in
    Salt Lake City, 2 Local Gals Housekeeping is
    proud to employ more than 20 gals who love to do
    house cleaning the right way! Services are
    offered hourly, with free quotes in advance,
    customized to whatever your home or office needs.
  • Visit our website to get a free quote, at
    http//www.2localgals.com/.

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Sources
  • http//www.webmd.com/allergies/guide/allergy-trigg
    ers
  • http//www.lifescript.com/health/centers/allergies
    /articles/the_allergy_sufferers_guide_to_spring_cl
    eaning.aspx
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