--- title: The Pur360 Blog | Allergens description: Allergens | This blog offers solutions to rid your home or office space from mold, allergens, bacteria, and more. --- [![Pur360](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logos/Pur360%20logo%20Horizontal.png?width=369&height=131&name=Pur360%20logo%20Horizontal.png "Pur360")](https://pur360solutions.com) ## The Pur360 Blog ## [Are You Allergic to the Mold in Your Home?](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/allergic-to-the-mold-in-your-home) Written by Mike G. [![](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/hubfs/Blog_Photos/Are%20You%20Allergic%20to%20the%20Mold%20in%20Your%20Home.png)](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/allergic-to-the-mold-in-your-home) Many people are allergic to mold spores and every house has them. [Mold](http://www.pur360solutions.com/mold-removal) is a form of fungus that thrives in warm, damp environments and with more than 100,000 species in the world, it is no wonder molds can be found *everywhere*. It spreads by releasing tiny, lightweight spores that travel through the air. [Read More >>](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/allergic-to-the-mold-in-your-home) Topics: [Mold](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/mold), [Allergens](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/allergens) ## [13 Common Misconceptions About Mold Testing](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/13-common-misconceptions-about-mold-testing) Written by Christine C. [![](https://www.pur360solutions.com/hubfs/blog-photos/14-common-misconceptions-about-mold-testing.png)](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/13-common-misconceptions-about-mold-testing) If you take nothing else away from this article, remember the one golden rule: MOLD IS EVERYWHERE. There can be conflicting information and scare tactics used by some companies to misguide the consumer. Cheapest is not going to be your best option when the technician isn’t knowledgeable about the industry and the same goes for the most expensive. To help you clarify who is knowledgeable or not, here are 13 of the most common misconceptions about [mold testing](https://www.pur360solutions.com/services-mold-testing). [Read More >>](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/13-common-misconceptions-about-mold-testing) Topics: [Mold](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/mold), [Allergens](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/allergens) ## [7 Small Changes That Make a Big Difference in Your Home](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/7-small-changes-that-make-a-big-difference-in-your-home) Written by Christine C. [![](https://www.pur360solutions.com/hubfs/blog-photos/7-small-changes-that-make-a-big-difference-in-your-home.png)](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/7-small-changes-that-make-a-big-difference-in-your-home) Whether you've been in your house for 10 minutes or 10 years, we'll share some small changes and quick fixes to help make a big difference in your home. The best part? The following suggestions apply to all incomes ... even if you're on a tight budget! Continue reading if you're interested in giving your sanctuary a quick freshen up.  [Read More >>](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/7-small-changes-that-make-a-big-difference-in-your-home) Topics: [Odors](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/odors), [Allergens](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/allergens) ## [The Next Big Thing Property Managers Should Know](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/the-next-big-thing-property-managers-should-know) Written by Jordan L. [![](https://www.pur360solutions.com/hubfs/blog-photos/the-next-big-thing-property-managers-should-know.png)](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/the-next-big-thing-property-managers-should-know) The rental market has taken an interesting twist that should affect how to move forward when marketing your property. Traditional renters are a thing of the past. Continue reading to find out the next big thing you'll need to consider to fill your property and keep it that way. [Read More >>](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/the-next-big-thing-property-managers-should-know) Topics: [Mold](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/mold), [Odors](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/odors), [Allergens](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/allergens) ## [How to Keep Your Workforce Healthy This Winter](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/how-to-keep-your-workforce-healthy-this-winter) Written by Christine C. [![](https://www.pur360solutions.com/hubfs/blog-photos/how-to-keep-your-workforce-healthy-this-winter.png)](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/how-to-keep-your-workforce-healthy-this-winter) As a business owner or manager, there is no escaping the not so sweet sounds of winter. Coughing, sneezing, blowing, oh my! It’s no surprise that, according to [the Business Insider article](http://www.businessinsider.com/2018-flu-season-will-cost-employers-billions-2018-1), by Rachel Gillett, that more than a quarter of American workers have admitted to having gone to work while sick. In doing so, potentially spreading their illness to healthy employees. [Read More >>](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/how-to-keep-your-workforce-healthy-this-winter) Topics: [Mold](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/mold), [Allergens](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/allergens) ## [Is Your Gym Harvesting Bacteria?](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/is-your-gym-harvesting-bacteria) Written by Mike G. [![](https://www.pur360solutions.com/hubfs/blog-photos/is-your-gym-harvesting-bacteria.png)](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/is-your-gym-harvesting-bacteria) There is a lot of information regarding the dangers of working out. No, not the dangers of pulling a muscle or machine injuries, but the concern for bacteria and skin diseases. As a manager of a gym or fitness facility, this is one of the top priorities for running a top-notch facility. [Read More >>](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/is-your-gym-harvesting-bacteria) Topics: [Mold](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/mold), [Allergens](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/allergens) ## [How to Pick a Top Home Improvement Company That You Can Trust](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/how-to-pick-a-top-home-improvement-company-that-you-can-trust) Written by Christine C. [![](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/hubfs/blog_photos/How%20to%20Pick%20a%20Top%20Home%20Improvement%20Company%20That%20You%20Can%20Trust.png)](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/how-to-pick-a-top-home-improvement-company-that-you-can-trust) When it comes to hiring a professional to perform work on your home, the internet is indeed a great "go-to" for conducting research to gather more information and insights. While there are many ways to find what you are looking for on the World Wide Web, it can also be overwhelming at times. So, where should you begin your search? Continue reading to find out! [Read More >>](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/how-to-pick-a-top-home-improvement-company-that-you-can-trust) Topics: [Mold](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/mold), [Odors](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/odors), [Allergens](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/allergens) ## [4 Benefits of Treating the Entire House vs. a Designated Area](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/4-benefits-of-treating-the-entire-house-vs-a-designated-area) Written by Christine C. [![](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/hubfs/blog_photos/4%20Benefits%20of%20Treating%20the%20Entire%20House%20vs.%20a%20Designated%20Area.png)](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/4-benefits-of-treating-the-entire-house-vs-a-designated-area) If you are researching [mold](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/services-mold), then you must be showing signs in your home; smell, visual, surfaces, attic, basement, bathroom. What is the benefit of treating the entire house rather than one specific area? Continue reading to find out! [Read More >>](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/4-benefits-of-treating-the-entire-house-vs-a-designated-area) Topics: [Mold](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/mold), [Allergens](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/allergens) ## [7 Signs You Need to Up Your Sanitization Game](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/7-signs-you-need-to-up-your-sanitization-game) Written by Christine C. [![](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/hubfs/blog_photos/7%20Signs%20You%20Need%20to%20Up%20Your%20Sanitation%20Game.png)](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/7-signs-you-need-to-up-your-sanitization-game) Let’s face it, unless you work for a cleaning company, no one likes to clean. Whether you are cleaning at home, work or for family, here are seven signs indicating that you may need to step up your sanitization game. [Read More >>](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/7-signs-you-need-to-up-your-sanitization-game) Topics: [Mold](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/mold), [Allergens](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/allergens) ## [Volatile Organic Compounds in Your Home: Are You at Risk?](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/volatile-organic-compounds-in-your-home-are-you-at-risk) Written by Mike G. [![](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/hubfs/Blog_Photos/Volatile%20Organic%20Compounds%20in%20Your%20Home%20-%20Are%20You%20at%20Risk%3F.png)](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/volatile-organic-compounds-in-your-home-are-you-at-risk) "VOC" is the acronym for [volatile organic compounds](http://www.pur360solutions.com/residential-services/vocs) and it’s rapidly becoming an important topic with homeowners, and for good reason. Continue reading to find out how to avoid having health-risking VOCs in your sanctuary.  [Read More >>](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/volatile-organic-compounds-in-your-home-are-you-at-risk) Topics: [Mold](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/mold), [Allergens](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/allergens) [All Posts](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/all) [Next](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/allergens/page/2) ### Subscribe to Our Blog ### Recent Posts ### Posts by Topic - [Mold (28)](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/mold) - [Odors (17)](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/odors) - [Allergens (14)](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/allergens) - [Bedbugs (6)](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/bedbugs) - [Company News (5)](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/company-news) - [Sanitization (3)](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/sanitization) - [Flooding (2)](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/flooding) - [Skunks (1)](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/topic/skunks) See All - [LEARN MORE](https://pur360solutions.com/patented-process/) - [CONTACT US](https://pur360solutions.com/contact-us/) ##### Connect With Us **Phone:** 1-888-478-7360 **Email:** [info@pur360solutions.com](mailto:info@pur360solutions.com) **Address:** 350 Telser Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 - [![Facebook](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/hubfs/Social_Icons/Facebook%20Icon.png)](http://www.facebook.com/Pur360) - [![Twitter](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/hubfs/Social_Icons/Twitter%20Icon.png)](http://www.twitter.com/Pur360) - [![LinkedIn](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/hubfs/Social_Icons/LinkedIn%20Icon.png)](http://www.linkedin.com/company/Pur360) - [![Instagram](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/hubfs/Social_Icons/Instagram%20Icon.png)](https://www.instagram.com/pur360solutions) - [![YouTube](https://blog.pur360solutions.com/hubfs/Social_Icons/YouTube%20Icon.png)](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzKgMk96B9TWeJBEUiscnbg) --- [Privacy Policy](https://www.pur360solutions.com/privacy-policy) | Copyright © 2021 Pur360.