Allergens are everywhere outdoors — is the inside of your home a protective haven? For many people, the answer is, unfortunately, no. If you and your loved ones fall into that category, your health is likely at risk. The experts at Dust Doctors explain the potential health hazards of living with indoor allergens below.

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Have you ever used perfume or cologne inside your home? Have you lit scented candles? Perhaps you’ve sprayed some air freshener after a trip to the toilet? These products are super common in the modern home, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they’re great for your indoor air quality.

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It’s easy to assume a dirty dryer vent is just another long-neglected chore, but that assumption could very well put you and your home at risk. At Dust Doctors, we understand the consequences associated with a neglected dryer vent but we also know that many Twin Cities residents aren’t aware of those risks. Below, our team explains three reasons why routine dryer vent cleaning is essential.

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If you own indoor pets, you probably consider them an integral part of your family, right? But unlike the human members of your family, your furry family members can seriously diminish the quality of your indoor air. Fortunately, air duct cleaning offers a simple, yet effective way to significantly improve the cleanliness of the air you and your loved ones breathe. The experts at Dust Doctors explain how below.

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Are your monthly energy bills rising out of control? Can’t seem to identify a culprit, no matter what you try? The problem may stem from dirty ductwork, and the good news is: If that’s the issue, it’s easy to fix.

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Do you suffer from indoor allergies or respiratory irritation? Improving your indoor air quality can make a massive difference in the severity of your symptoms. According to the EPA, the quality of the air we breathe indoors is up to 10 times worse than outdoor air, which means we’re living in polluted homes — even if we don’t realize it.

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Regardless of the time of year, significant humidity can negatively affect your HVAC unit over time. In the Twin Cities, where year-round humidity levels tend to be fairly high, it’s important to understand how humidity affects your system, so you can take the appropriate protective actions.

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Have you noticed your air conditioning doesn’t seem to be working as it should? Though there are a number of factors that can decrease your HVAC system’s performance, one of the most prevalent, yet easily fixable issues is poor circulation. Below, our Dust Doctors team explains simple ways you can improve HVAC circulation and get your cooling system back up to speed.

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Do you feel like household dusting is a never-ending job? Click to learn why dirty ductwork may be the culprit behind your unusually dusty living areas from the duct cleaning experts at Dust Doctors. 

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If you suffer from indoor allergy symptoms, ask yourself: When was the last time you had your household ductwork cleaned? Do you even remember? Maybe never? It might come as a bit of a surprise, but there are several common allergens lurking inside your ducts, and unless you schedule routine duct cleaning, they’ll hang out there indefinitely.

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