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Spring in North Alabama is beautiful—but for many homeowners, it also means sneezing, itchy eyes, and endless tissues. Pollen from trees, grasses, and weeds fills the air and often sneaks into your home, making allergy season miserable indoors as well as outdoors.
Your HVAC system can either be your best defense against pollen—or your worst enemy if it isn’t maintained properly. Here’s how to protect allergy sufferers in your home during pollen season.
Even if you keep your windows closed, pollen can enter through:
Small leaks around doors and windows
Air leaks in ductwork
People and pets coming in from outside
Poorly maintained HVAC systems with dirty filters
Once indoors, pollen circulates through your home’s air, worsening allergy symptoms.
Standard fiberglass filters are not designed to catch microscopic particles like pollen. Instead, choose a high-efficiency pleated filter with a MERV rating of 8–13. These filters capture pollen, dust, and other allergens more effectively.
Pro Tip: During peak pollen season in Huntsville, check your filters monthly and replace them every 30–60 days.
Dust and pollen can settle inside ductwork, only to be blown back into your living space. If your home hasn’t had a duct inspection in several years, it may be time. Proper sealing also prevents pollen-filled outdoor air from leaking into your ducts.
For families with severe allergies, adding a whole-home air purifier or UV system can make a huge difference. These systems work alongside your HVAC to trap and neutralize pollen, bacteria, and even viruses.
Pollen isn’t the only issue—Alabama’s humid climate can make allergens worse by encouraging mold and mildew. A properly sized HVAC system with dehumidification capabilities helps maintain indoor humidity between 40–50%, which is ideal for comfort and allergy relief.
During a seasonal tune-up, our technicians clean coils, replace filters, and ensure your system is circulating air efficiently. A well-maintained HVAC system does a much better job keeping allergens out of your breathing space.
You can’t stop pollen outside—but you can create a safe, comfortable haven inside your home. With the right filters, proper maintenance, and smart HVAC upgrades, allergy sufferers can finally get some relief during Huntsville’s toughest seasons.
Ready to protect your family from pollen?
Call Clifford’s HVAC today to schedule your spring maintenance or ask about indoor air quality solutions. We proudly serve Huntsville, Madison, Decatur, Athens, and surrounding North Alabama communities.