Spring Season is Coming!

When the snow slowly starts to melt and spring is on its way, the beauty of newly blooming trees and flowers starts to arrive. But while we love the beauty, we tend to forget the drawbacks that come with it. Pollen is inevitable, and something we all have to deal with. While we may think pollen is just outside, there’s a good chance that same pollen is inside your home, trapped inside your carpet. Us here at South Shore Chem-Dry are here to help!

Presence of Pollen

While allergies can be rough, we decide we want to hide inside where we feel protected. However, pollen can get trapped inside the fibers of your carpet and cause both you and your family members coughs, stuffy noses, and itchy eyes.

Pollen comes from pollen grains, which are spread everywhere around us as the wind carries them. If you happen to open a window or leave a door open for a minute, pollen can find its way into your home. Your carpet is one of the biggest “traps” for these different pollens.

Tips to reduce non-living allergens in your home:

• Increase the frequency of dusting your home.
  • Get rid of pollen by dusting often. If possible, dusting every few days will reduce the impact pollen has on you and your family. Aside from the usual pieces of furniture you might normally dust, be sure to address the less obvious places where pollen tends to settle — ceiling fans, china, dishes, and above large pieces of furniture. Take your time and be thorough; this is one of the most important tasks to keep your home clean.

• Wear a pollen-proof mask while cleaning.
  • Vacuuming frequently can help quite a lot when it comes to keeping carpets clear of pollen fibers. If you are still having issues, a pollen-proof mask can be worn to reduce your exposure while cleaning. These masks can be purchased at any home improvement store.
• Apply sticky tape to any pollen stains on your upholstery or carpets as a quick fix.
  • While keeping flowers or plants in the home can be fun and attractive, they can cause stains on your carpets and upholstery. As a temporary measure, placing ordinary sticky tape on the stain and removing it repeatedly can help reduce the mark — until your trusty Chem-Dry comes to take care of it for good!

If spring pollen has you dreading the season, give South Shore Chem-Dry a call today! We use our proprietary cleaning solutions to give your carpets and upholstery a deep, thorough clean — leaving your home looking and feeling fresh.