5 Smart Ways to Improve Indoor Air Quality This Allergy Season

Spring in North Central Utah is a beautiful time of year—blossoming trees, warming temperatures, and outdoor adventures. But for allergy sufferers, it’s also one of the most challenging seasons. The region’s unique geography and climate contribute to persistent air quality concerns, especially during the spring allergy season.

If you live in the Provo–Orem metropolitan area, you’ve likely felt the impact firsthand—watery eyes, sneezing, and overall discomfort. Thankfully, there are proven steps you can take to protect your indoor air and breathe easier at home.

In this guide, Gillette Services – Plumbing, Heating & Air outlines five highly effective strategies for improving indoor air quality by targeting the most common allergens. Whether looking for quick improvements or long-term solutions, these tips will help you create a healthier, more breathable living environment.

What Makes Utah’s Air Quality Especially Tough on Allergy Sufferers?

Utah’s geography—particularly along the Wasatch Front—creates ideal conditions for temperature inversions, where a layer of warmer air traps cooler air (and pollutants) close to the ground. This unusual weather pattern can keep smog, pollen, and other airborne irritants suspended in the air for days at a time, directly impacting allergy sufferers.

Add to that our dry climate and strong spring winds, and you have the perfect recipe for high concentrations of dust, pollen, and other allergens. For instance, cities like Spanish Fork frequently experience elevated spring pollen counts from trees like birch, cedar, maple, oak, and pine.

5 Proven Ways to Improve Indoor Air Quality

To help you minimize indoor allergens and create a more comfortable living space, here are five expert-backed strategies you can implement today:

1. Upgrade to High-Efficiency Air Filters

Most standard HVAC filters only trap large dust particles. To truly combat allergens, consider switching to a high-efficiency air filter, such as a MERV 11–13-rated filter or a media filter, if your HVAC system is compatible. These filters capture finer particles like pollen, pet dander, and mold spores, down to 0.3 microns, significantly improving indoor air quality throughout your home.

Check your manufacturer’s manual or have one of our homegrown service pros verify that your system can handle these types of filters without its airflow becoming restricted.

2. Install a Whole-Home Air Purifier

A whole-home air purifier like the REME HALO® In-Duct Air Purifier integrates directly with your HVAC system to clean the air as it circulates. These advanced systems neutralize bacteria, viruses, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and allergens, offering cleaner, healthier air in every room.

3. Stay on Top of HVAC Maintenance

Regular HVAC maintenance is one of the easiest ways to maintain clean indoor air. Schedule seasonal tune-ups to inspect and clean your system, seal ductwork leaks, and replace air filters. A well-maintained system ensures proper airflow and filtration, helping to prevent dust and allergen buildup.

4. Invest in Professional Air Sealing

Air leaks around windows, doors, and ductwork can allow allergens and pollutants to sneak into your home. Professional air sealing closes these gaps, reducing the entry of outdoor contaminants while improving energy efficiency. Gillette Heating and Air Conditioning offers expert air sealing services that keep your home comfortable, clean, and efficient year-round.

5. Keep Windows Closed on High Pollen Days

As tempting as it is to open your windows and enjoy the spring breeze, it’s best to keep them shut when pollen counts are high. Instead, use your HVAC system for ventilation and rely on your air purifiers and filters to keep the indoor air clean. This simple step can drastically reduce the amount of pollen circulating inside your home.

Breathe Easier With Gillette Heating and Air Conditioning

Gillette Services – Plumbing, Heating & Air provides an array of services and products to create healthier, more comfortable homes across Spanish Fork, and surrounding areas. From advanced filtration systems and whole-home purifiers to HVAC maintenance and expert air sealing, we offer a full range of indoor air quality solutions tailored to your needs.

Don’t let allergy season take over your life—take control of your indoor environment with help from our experienced team. Contact us today to schedule a consultation or learn more about our IAQ solutions for your home in the Provo–Orem area—call 801-210-9459 or request-service-online.