Carpet Cleaning for Allergies

Common allergens such as pollen and dust can get trapped in carpet, causing allergic reactions to occur. Carpets with long fibers, such as shag rugs, can harbor more irritants than low-pile carpets do. It’s also possible to be allergic to the materials used to construct carpeting.

If you have allergies or asthma, first try a quarterly schedule of carpet cleaning. If that doesn't work, removing your carpet may be your best option. Talking with an allergist can also help.



Allergic rhinitis is a type of allergic reaction. It happens when your immune system overreacts to something in your environment.

In other words, your body reacts to an environmental trigger that’s generally harmless as though it were a threat, such as a virus.

The symptoms of allergic rhinitis often mimic those of a cold. For example, they can include:

sneezing
runny or stuffy nose
itchy or watery eyes
coughing
headache
fatigue
If you only experience allergic rhinitis during certain times of the year, you have “seasonal allergies” or “hay fever.” You’re probably allergic to outdoor triggers, such as pollen.

If you experience it year-round, you’re probably allergic to indoor triggers. Learn about the most common indoor triggers of year-round allergic rhinitis.