Blog Articles Tagged "airfilters"

It’s true that different types of filters all attempt to do the same thing, but different filters work with different degrees of effectiveness. The Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV) only requires a filter to capture medium to large particles, which only makes up about 1% of the contaminants. But a Microparticle Performance Rating (MPR) on a filter is better, because it measures a filter’s ability to capture particles between .03 and 1.0 micron, which means it captures 99% of contaminants in the air.

The difference between an authentic HEPA filter and a normal home furnace filter is huge. There are many filter products being sold in stores and on the internet which claim to be "HEPA type" or "HEPA rated" filters. What these descriptions are attempting to get around is the fact that there are very specific qualifications for HEPA which may prevent these less-than-qualified filters from being represented truly as "HEPA."

With the chill of winter quickly approaching, many people are wondering how they're going to handle the increased energy prices. Luckily for you, there are many ways homeowners can make their homes energy efficient while purifying their indoor air from pollutants and allergens.

Even if you are one of the lucky few who doesn't suffer from a breathing condition, there are still benefits to cleaning the air inside your home and guarding against an overly-humid environment. Scientists have reported for years that cleaner air can increase the quality and quantity of one's life. Since the majority of us spend more time inside then outside, investing some time and money to improve your indoor air quality is a wise decision. Excessive levels of humidity in your home can cause the growth of mold, which can cause severe health problems for the members of your family, as well as expensive problems with your house.

Most people understand what dehumidifiers do – that is, remove humidity from the air – but not many people understand exactly how dehumidifiers work, and more importantly, what factors help or hinder the dehumidifier's operation and filtration. These are important details to understand when deciding which type of dehumidifier to purchase. This article will show you what to look for when deciding on a dehumidifier.

When you first turn on your furnace in the Fall, do you notice a dusty smell throughout the house? This should be a reminder to you that you should have changed the furnace filter. Changing the filter frequently is important for a couple of reasons: it reduces indoor air pollution, and it improves home efficiency. You should not wait for that dusty smell to remind you to replace your furnace filter.

Maybe you've seen those late night infomercials and heard about those popular and expensive ionizing air cleaners that are supposed to clean and improve the quality of air inside of your homes and office. Consumers have been purchasing these pricey air cleaners thinking they are getting the best product for their money. In reality they may be causing more health problems for themselves then they realize.

Asthma, allergies, and general breathing difficulties have led to an increased and more intensive movement to improve home air quality. Indoor air quality contamination is most often accidental and simply a result of home neglect – resulting in dust and mold inside the ventilation system.