When the air supply in a home contaminates with dust, dirt, pollen, moisture, and other pollutants, the air quality inside the home decreases. It can lead to discomfort and certain adverse health effects, such as increased allergy symptoms and asthma attacks in members of your household who already suffer from these conditions. Your home's heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system (HVAC) is an excellent tool for cleaning up indoor air quality (IAQ) throughout the house.
It is a common misconception that the primary objective of an HVAC air filter is to enhance air quality. Instead, the primary objective of an HVAC air filter is to remove contaminants to protect the system. Therefore, a secondary benefit of an HVAC air filter is reducing particle pollution in the air. In contrast, using an air filter with an efficiency rating of MERV 8 to 12 provides superior contaminant control compared to a conventional disposable filter.
To prevent contaminants such as dust from entering your air supply from unconditioned home areas, seal any leaks in the ductwork that may exist.Installing a whole-house dehumidifier is the most effective way to remove air moisture, which can contribute to mold development and other indoor air quality problems common in the humid summers.
In addition, a whole-house humidifier can fix winter air dryness.
Installing indoor air quality (IAQ) equipment in a home, such as media air cleaners and UV air purifiers, can help reduce particle pollution and stop the spread of potentially dangerous pathogens throughout the house.