During cold Minnesota winters, homeowners keep their windows and doors closed. While this keeps a house warm, it can also trap pollution. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency says indoor air pollution is a considerable health risk. It can cause an array of serious health problems, including:
- Allergies.
- Asthma.
- Viral and bacterial infections.
- Problems from inhaling unhealthy gases, such as smoke and chemical fumes.
If you suffer from constant allergies or other respiratory problems, consider working toward cleaner indoor air. One way to combat indoor air pollution is with a whole-house purification system, such as an electronic air cleaner. An electronic air cleaner sits inside of your home’s HVAC system, cleaning the air that passes through it.
An electronic air cleaner works by using an ionizer to give particles in the air a charge. These charged particles then stick to oppositely charged plates. In short, electronic air cleaners trap and remove unhealthy particles from your indoor air. They work better than small portable air cleaners, because they clean the air that flows into every room instead of just one room. Electronic air cleaners remove:
- Dust.
- Mold spores.
- Pollen and many other allergens.
An HVAC-system contractor can easily install an air purification system, because it works in conjunction with your HVAC system and filters. When you purchase your electronic air cleaner you may also want to consider having an ultraviolet air filter installed. UV lights can kill bacteria, mold spores and other biological pollutants that electronic air cleaners do not treat.
For help choosing and installing the right air purification system for your Twin Cities-area home, contact the friendly experts at Marsh Heating & Air Conditioning. We’re happy to answer all of your questions about air cleaning.
Our goal is to help educate our customers about energy and home comfort issues (specific to HVAC systems). For more information about electronic air cleaners and other HVAC topics, download our free Home Comfort Resource guide.
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