We spend the majority of our lives within the four walls of our homes. Today, our homes are better sealed than ever to keep the heat or cool air inside, particularly if you’ve recently installed new windows and doors. While this is great for our comfort levels and utility bills, the recycled air inside can easily become polluted or contaminated as this air is trapped inside so securely.

Choosing the Right Indoor Air Quality Equipment

However, we also have some great ways to improve the indoor air quality in our homes these days, too. Air purifiers are available in either commercial grade units that are often attached to your current HVAC system or smaller, affordable versions for individual rooms within your home. These air purifiers can be especially helpful if you or someone in your family suffers from allergies, asthma or other breathing issues.

Because there are so many options available, choosing the right indoor air quality equipment to meet your needs might seem like a confusing process. Here are just a few things to keep in mind when you’re looking to purchase an air purifier or other indoor air quality products:

• Your individual needs. Know what the most important reason is for your need of an air purifier. Is there a smoker in the home? Do you have pets? Does someone have severe allergies to mold or dust?
• Quality construction. Look for a product that is designed well and has a warranty that covers each part of the unit, even the internal workings. Choose a manufacturer that has a good reputation, and make sure that the air purifier is guaranteed to be “whisper quiet” – a quiet unit is considered to be around 35 decibels.
• Of course, decide how expensive of an air purifier you can afford, too. Make sure to consider the cost of the replacement filters and how often you’ll need to change them out.
• How easy it is to use. Look for a product that is simple to use. A complicated air purifier might deter you from using it as often as necessary. Also check out how easy it is to clean it and change the filter.
• How well it performs. A quality air purifier will remove a high amount of particles from the air, including those smaller pieces that cause problems. Also, ensure the product you choose cleans the size room in which you’ll be using it, so take note of the square footage of each room in your home before you purchase it.

Do you have questions about your improving your home’s indoor air quality? If you’re in the Cleveland area and need some expert advice, contact us or give us a call at 216-663-6462.