Spring Allergies in Dallas? Your Air Ducts Could Be Making It Worse
By Jennifer Walsh
Every spring, Dallas residents brace for one of the most intense allergy seasons in the country. Mountain cedar pollen in early spring gives way to oak, elm, and grass pollen that blankets the metroplex from March through May. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation has consistently ranked Dallas-Fort Worth among the top allergy capitals in the United States, and your home's air ducts play a bigger role in your symptoms than you might realize.
Your HVAC system pulls in outdoor air through its return vents, and with it comes a steady stream of pollen, dust mites, and other allergens. These particles settle inside your ductwork, accumulating over months and years. Every time your system cycles on, it redistributes these allergens throughout your home. For residents in neighborhoods like Highland Park, Lakewood, Oak Lawn, and Preston Hollow, where mature trees produce enormous quantities of pollen, the buildup can be substantial.
Professional air duct cleaning removes this accumulated allergen load in a single visit. Our VENTNEX Dallas technicians use HEPA-filtered negative-pressure equipment that captures 99.97 percent of particles down to 0.3 microns, ensuring that allergens are removed from your home rather than just stirred up. We also clean your return and supply registers, blower compartment, and evaporator coil housing where pollen tends to collect.
For the best results, we recommend scheduling your duct cleaning in late February or early March, just before peak pollen season hits North Texas. Pairing clean ducts with high-quality MERV 11 or higher air filters gives you the strongest possible defense against seasonal allergens without leaving your home.
