Air filters will help reduce the airborne pollutants in your home but, for a more effective solution, you might want to consider moving beyond filters to an air purification system. These more advanced systems use a variety of methods to greatly improve the air quality in your home.

DETERMINING IF AN AIR PURIFICATION DEVICE IS RIGHT FOR YOU

If you are wondering whether you are in need of an air purification device in your home,
you might ask yourself these questions:

1. Is your home sometimes damp? Hot? Humid? Damp, moist environments are ideal places for biological contaminants to grow. Air purification devices can help inhibit the growth of these contaminants.

2. Is anyone in your home particularly sensitive to strong odors, such as smoke? Air purifiers, especially activated carbon filters, have been proven to be effective at controlling unwanted odors in the air.

3. Do you or any member of your family have allergies or respiratory difficulties? Mold, mildew and other airborne contaminants can cause people with allergies or asthma additional discomfort. Through the use of air
purification devices, concentrations of these pollutants can be considerably reduced.

OTHER METHODS OF AIR PURIFICATION

One method for purifying the air is through the use of ultraviolet (UV) lights, which inhibit the growth of biological contaminants. Through a process known as photolysis oxidation, UV rays help decompose air contaminants. When installed in conjunction with your home comfort system, these air purification devices can eliminate a good portion of the organisms in the treated area. At the same time, they clean the air filter surface, creating an environment that inhibits biological contaminants from growing.

Other methods of air purification include the use of both activated carbon and microbiocide treated filters. Activated carbon filters are more efficient at odor removal, while microbiocide treated filters are more effective at trapping bacteria as air is filtered through, thereby inhibiting the growth of collected organic pollutants.

INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE

Ultraviolet lights, activated carbon and microbiocide treated filters are fairly easy to install and maintain. Ultraviolet light units are installed in your ductwork, and the bulbs in the unit should be replaced regularly to keep them in peak operating condition. It should also be noted that specialty UV bulbs are used in these units and can only be obtained through your HVAC dealer. It is also recommended that you change activated carbon and microbiocide
treated filters on a regular basis to prevent build-up of contaminants.

If you’re looking for an energy-efficient way to clean the air, air purification devices just might be the answer you’re looking for. Activated carbon and microbiocide treated filters use no energy, as they are not electronic devices, and the energy cost to operate a UV light unit is about the same as operating a 40- watt light bulb.

Your home comfort should include products and accessories that improve indoor air quality. Your family’s health and comfort should be a priority, and working together, we can help you provide your family with a “breath of fresh air.” The benefits you’ll feel and see will be worth it!

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