There’s no downplaying the impact that allergies can have on people’s daily lives. Many Illinois residents suffer from seasonal allergies, which can cause them to run indoors whenever possible. Not all homes provide respite from outdoor allergens, however. Allergens can hide in hard-to-reach places within the home, making cleaning seem like a never-ending task that always leaves a lot to be desired.
If you or a family member suffer from itchy, watery eyes or headaches when dusting or cleaning the house, you’re not alone. Fortunately, there are ways to reduce the amount of allergens in the home, and it all starts with beefing-up your home’s insulation.
Insulation Can Kick Allergens to the Curb
In some cases, air filters and purifiers can help to reduce allergens and clean a home’s air. This is seldom a complete fix, however, as allergens will still allow themselves to enter the home on a constant, regular basis. With pollutants flowing freely through the home, those who suffer from asthma or other respiratory illnesses are practically set up for a rise in symptoms. The solution? Insulation.
Spray foam or cellulose insulation from Assured Insulation Solutions LLC can seal off areas that allow allergens to flow freely, preventing excess allergens from entering the home for years to come. It’s one of the fastest ways to fix the problem, not to mention one of the most effective. As you might expect, it’s even more effective when combined with air sealing.
Air Sealing + Insulation = No More Allergens
Insulation is like a sweater for your home, but no sweater is fully effective without the help of a windbreaker. This can be found in air sealing, which takes care of all the tiny cracks and gaps throughout the home that allow outside pollutants and allergens to enter. Many of these “problem areas” are hard to spot, and homeowners often don’t even realize that they have a problem until diagnostic testing is performed. Once air sealing is completed, your home’s insulation will be able to do its job much more effectively, as the average untreated home suffers from air leakage equivalent to leaving a window open all day long!
Allergies should not be taken lightly, especially if you or a family member suffers from a respiratory illness such as asthma. Assured Insulation Solutions LLC can help, and we’re ready to set you on the path towards cleaner indoor air. Contact us today to learn more or to schedule an appointment.