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North Georgia Pollen: How to Keep It From Taking Over the House
If you live in Alpharetta, Milton, Cumming, or Roswell, you already know the cars turn yellow overnight. That same film lands on window tracks, ceiling fans, and the first six feet of every floor.
You will not win pollen season by vacuuming once. You win by blocking it at the door and dusting the places it actually settles.
Change the filter and mind the fans
A fresh HVAC filter in spring is non-negotiable. Ceiling fans should be dusted more often than the rest of the year because they throw pollen back into the air every time they start.
Window sills and tracks collect a surprising amount. A vacuum crevice tool first, then a damp wipe, keeps you from smearing it into paste.
Entries and outdoor-to-indoor gear
Shoes, dog towels, and patio cushions are pollen vehicles. A washable mat and a designated drop zone by the door protect the rest of the house.
During peak weeks, a scheduled cleaning visit that includes fans, sills, and floors is more effective than extra weekend effort with a tired cloth.
Pollen is a North Georgia fact of life. Contain it at the entry, dust the high spots, and let a regular visit reset what daily wiping misses.
