Monday, June 4, 2012

Sniffle Proof a Home: Top Allergy-Fighting Ideas

No one wants to see a buyer get hit with an allergy attack during a showing.  It’s not conducive to the sale.  Make your listings more pleasant for everyone who sees them.  Recommend that sellers try these allergy-fighting techniques from the Mayo Clinic.

Air Filtration
Choose an air filter that has a small-particle of HEPA filter.  Clean or replace filters in central heating and cooling systems and air conditioning units.  Keeping the humidity low and temperature around 70 degrees will help fight mold and dust mites.

Flooring
Remove carpeting and use hardwood or linoleum flooring.  Wash area rugs and shampoo carpet.

Plants
Spread aquarium gravel over the dirt in potted plants to help contain mold.

Food Waste
Place garbage in a can with an inspect-proof lid and empty trash daily.

Kitchen & Bath
Scrub with bleach to clean mold from the fixtures, tub, and shower.  Clean or replace moldy shower curtains and bath mats.

Source: Realtor Magazine – March/April 2012

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