If you are concerned about harmful air particles, one of the best ways to manage this is to improve your indoor air quality with an air cleaner. Your HVAC system provides the perfect platform to make this kind of upgrade, as whole-home air filters can be added seamlessly to your existing system. Adding an air cleaner to your Arvada, CO home can offer several benefits, but it’s important to use professional installers like the ones at Bell Plumbing and Heating to ensure your installation is done correctly.
Choosing a type of air cleaner for your home depends largely on what your specific needs are. Here are the most common types of air cleaners currently on the market:
Mechanical Air Filters
Mechanical air filters are square-framed filters that replace the standard air filter of your AC system. Mechanical filters can be pleated, extended surface, or both. These filters capture particles in the filter material, and need to be changed approximately every 3 months. MERV ratings can range from 1-13 with these types of filters. HEPA filters are special types of mechanical filters, as they tend to have very high MERV ratings and may not be suitable for residential usage. The types of particles captured by mechanical filters depend on the MERV rating of that filter.
Electronic Air Cleaners
There are two types of electronic air cleaners:
An electronic precipitator uses electricity to charge particles in the air. It does this by drawing particles into an ion section, and once the particles are charged, they are trapped on metal plates that hold an opposite charge.
An ion generator is similar, but does not have an ion section or charged plates. Rather, the ion generator disperses ions into the air that charge particles; these charged particles then settle on surfaces throughout your home.
The last type of air cleaner is UV germicidal lights. UV lights kill biological pollutants by destroying their DNA. This stops the replication of the contaminants, leading to eradication. One item to note about UV lights is that they do not filter anything, so it is recommended that UV lights be paired with a filtration system.
Indoor air quality is important for both comfort and health. If you seek to improve your indoor air quality in Arvada, consider adding an air cleaner to your existing air conditioning system. Have questions? Call Bell Plumbing and Heating and schedule an appointment with one of our experts.
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