For many Metro Detroit homeowners, fall means cooler temperatures, beautiful colors, and unfortunately, a spike in allergy symptoms. If you or someone in your household is sensitive to mold spores, dust, or seasonal allergens, your yard might be making things worse without you realizing it.
At Transitions Outdoor Services, our fall cleanups go beyond the basics. We focus on reducing common irritants like leaf mold, dust, pollen, and decaying debris—all while keeping your property looking its best.
Why Fall Allergies Get Worse in the Yard
As leaves fall and begin to decay, they create the perfect breeding ground for leaf mold - a common allergen that can trigger sneezing, runny noses, itchy eyes, and even asthma flare-ups.
Meanwhile, dry weather and wind can stir up:
- Dust and pollen from the lawn and landscaping
- Spores from composting leaves or mulch piles
- Mold from shaded or poorly drained areas
These airborne particles can linger long after raking or blowing leaves, especially if cleanup isn't done thoroughly or strategically.
What's Included in an Allergy-Aware Fall Cleanup
Our fall cleanups are designed to minimize exposure to the very things that make fall miserable for allergy sufferers. Here's what we include:
We don't just blow the leaves into the woods or pile them at the curb - we remove them entirely from your property. This helps eliminate mold growth and decay that would otherwise linger and re-circulate in the air.
Leaves are cleared from:
- Lawn areas
- Garden beds
- Window wells, fence lines, and hard-to-reach corners
- Patios and walkways near the home
We provide a final lawn cutting during fall cleanup; clean lines and a tidy finish.
3. Bed Cleaning & Perennial CutbacksWe remove decaying plant material and cut back perennials that are starting to rot or collect mold. This keeps spores from spreading and improves air circulation throughout your landscape.
4. Leaf Mold & Debris DisposalAll organic debris is hauled away rather than left to sit and break down on your property, where it can continue to release mold spores.
If you maintain a compost pile, we can offer guidance on safe management practices to help minimize allergens.
Wet leaves that gather near downspout outlets and foundation edges can trap moisture and contribute to mold and mildew buildup. We make sure those ground-level drainage zones are clear so water flows freely away from your home.
Who Can Benefit From a Fall Cleanup
- Families with kids or adults who have fall allergies
- Homes with pets that track moldy leaves indoors
- Older adults with asthma or respiratory concerns
- Anyone who wants a cleaner, healthier outdoor environment before winter
Serving Metro Detroit's Allergy-Conscious Homeowners
If you've been dreading your allergies all season, or just want peace of mind that your cleanup is done the right way, Transitions Outdoor Services can help.
Call now to schedule your allergy-aware fall cleanup. Let's clear the air (literally) before winter arrives.
