The global growth of COVID-19 has likely turned your regular routine all over the place.

When times feel uncertain you can take peace in knowing your residence is your safe retreat. You’re likely spending more time there nowadays. As a result, your indoor air quality is now more crucial than ever.

Did you realize we can install indoor air quality products in your house that offer hospital-grade filtration? These options can eliminate bacteria from your air, as well as allergens, odors and volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

Modern homes are securely airtight, which is great for energy efficiency. But it also means your inside air may be worse than the air outside. In actuality, the EPA says it can be two to five times worse than outdoors. This could lead to issues since we spend about 90% of our days inside.

There are many elements that can lead to poor indoor air quality, like cleaning products and air fresheners. These might cause headaches and worsen allergies and asthma.

There’s a combination of things you can do to better your air quality. Some include upgraded air filters, an air purification system or an ultraviolet (UV) germicidal light.

Not certain which option is right for your house? Our expert techs can perform an indoor air quality audit. Based on the results, we can then advise you on the best choice for your household’s unique needs.

Continue reading to discover more about the air quality products we have.

Air Filtration

When browsing air filters, it’s important to consider the MERV rating, or Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value. This gauges how effectively it filters air.

One of the most ordinary and most economical filters, flat fiberglass filters, rank between 1 and 4 on the MERV register. Pleated filters are somewhat better, ranking between 8 and 12.

We advise upgrading to no less than MERV 13, for instance the HC13 Media Air Cleaner, for the optimal outcome. This filter delivers cleaner air while reducing energy use.

High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters are deemed the gold standard in air filtration, since they’re usually used in hospitals. They’re effective at trapping 99.97–99.99% of indoor pollutants, like pollen, pet dander and smoke.