Air filters help you breathe easier in your home, and they are needed for your HVAC equipment to keep the components clean and running efficiently. Why not install the best for your health and HVAC systems? Modern air filter technology, once reserved for institutional purposes, is now available in the following air-cleaning and purification devices.
UV Light System
Ultraviolet (UV) light air purifiers are different in effect than traditional air filter technology. UV light systems don’t remove particulates from the air in your home. UV lights use the power of their radiation to deactivate or destroy viruses, bacteria, molds, and other pathogens from airflow.
UV lights are often used in hospital facilities, municipal water supplies, and for disinfecting food-processing equipment. Furthermore, the sterilizing power of UV light systems can be used in your HVAC system at home, in addition to your air filter.
Electronic Air Cleaner
Whole-home electronic air cleaners are an effective way to remove allergens and other particulates from your home. Furthermore, you don’t have to replace any filters! Just wipe the plates clean once in a while and reinsert them into the air cleaner.
Electronic air cleaners work by a process called ionization. Charged particles are attracted to and stick to metal plates as they pass through the unit. Like UV light systems, the unit is attached to either the return- or supply-duct system by your HVAC technician.
HEPA Filter Technology
High-efficiency particulate arresting (HEPA) filters are often used in hospital settings and computer manufacturing — essentially, anywhere very clean air is needed. Home HVAC equipment may be modified to accommodate HEPA filter technology if someone in your home suffers respiratory ailments such as asthma or COPD.
HEPA filters achieve the highest MERV ratings with dense, thick filter technology. One downside to HEPA filters is that they cost much more than standard HVAC air filters. On the positive side, HEPA systems often include carbon-activated filters which help remove odors from the home.
For more information about the latest filter technology for your Lorain-area home, contact Energy 1 Heating & Air Conditioning today!
Energy 1 Heating & Air Conditioning
1 (440) 246-5440
Serving the Lorain, OH Area