These gases, bacteria, and particles can be
generated from your home’s furnace, fireplace, and the out-gassing of synthetics
such as your home’s carpeting and furniture. They can also come from your pets.
Also, during the warmer months when the doors and windows may be open pollen and
other allergens can become trapped in the home.
To ensure your home breathes properly
and that the air within it is clean, it is important that your home air heating
and cooling system is properly maintained. This includes ensuring that the
burners are tuned for maximum efficiency and that the filters are regularly
changed.
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In addition, there are room and
whole-house air filtration systems that you can install in your home to scrub
the air. These systems help to reduce the allergens and particle levels within
your home
Whole-house air filtration systems
are typically installed in line with your home heating and air conditioning
system to enable clean air to be circulated throughout the home.
When considering the purchase of a
room or whole-house air filtration system, look for ones that offer the highest
in air flow and that capture the smallest of particles.
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Depending upon your personal needs, some units, or the filters types that come
with them, can better address specific types of allergens such as pollen, dust
mites and pet dander. Others systems, or their associated filters, can also
kill some types of bacteria and viruses.
Insulating materials prevent this from happening. Products are rated
based on their efficiency. More effective insulating materials will be more
expensive. The rating is known as the R value, which stands for flow
resistance. The higher the rating, the more energy efficient the product. You
will generally find this information on the package. If it's not there, ask
the salesperson.
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