Celebrate Spring With an Allergy-Banishing Clean Posted on February 27, 2026 by Goodyear Office The spring, or vernal, equinox is almost here! People have celebrated the start of spring for centuries. In the ancient Maya city of Chichén Itzá, people gathered to watch the sun cast snake-like shadows that moved along the stairs of the Pyramid of Kukulkan. In the present day, you might celebrate with a trip to the Arizona Renaissance Festival, or a much-needed spring clean. While spring cleaning might not sound as exciting as watching shadows serpentine up a pyramid, it may offer its own perk: reducing your allergy symptoms. How Spring Cleaning Can Improve Allergy Symptoms During the winter, your home can accumulate significant amounts of dust, mold, pet dander and even juniper pollen. Constant exposure to these indoor allergens may trigger symptoms such as sneezing, coughing, congestion, a runny nose, hives or watery eyes. A thorough spring cleaning can help remove these irritants from your living space, allowing you to enjoy a clearer, more comfortable season. Spring Cleaning Tips Take the following steps for an allergy-free home: Remove and store or donate unnecessary clutter Wash bedding, couch, bed pillows and fabric curtains Sweep and mop all hardwood surfaces, paying special attention to the spaces under your bed, couch, dining table, etc. Vacuum all carpeting Dust bookshelves, TV stands, non-fabric curtains, ceiling fans, picture frames, cabinets and anywhere else dust accumulates Wash soft children’s toys in the washing machine and wipe down hard toys Remove mold growth from the kitchen, bathroom and basement Clean your sink drain or garbage disposal with a specialty drain cleaner or a baking soda and vinegar mixture Clean your trash cans and recycling bins Clean the inside and range of your oven Give your dog a bath Run a lint roller along your couch and mattress Replace air filters Keep these additional tips in mind for safer cleaning: If you have severe allergies to dust, pet dander or mold, delegate those chores to other family members or hire a professional Some people react to strong cleaning supplies, so swap bleach, ammonia and other caustic cleaners for natural alternatives Wear a mask while cleaning to minimize allergen contact This year, celebrate spring with a clean home and easy breathing. If spring allergies are getting you down, call Goodyear Office today to discuss additional ways to manage your symptoms. Tips for Allergy-Safe Halloween CostumesWhy Do I Get So Many Nosebleeds?Tooth Pain and Your Sinuses: What’s the Connection?