Help Lower Air Contamination with an Air Filtration System

EPA studies determined that pollutant rates indoors are often up to five times higher than outside, making an effective air filtration system an excellent tool when working to lower contamination levels. Taylor Heating Inc. offers top-of-the-line filtration technology capable of attracting and capturing particulates such as:

• Dust, hair and soot
• Pet dander
• Allergens such as pollen
• Mold and mildew spores
• Viruses and bacteria
• Smoke and odor particles
• Volatile Organic Compounds such as synthetic cleaners

Nearby industries and potential health problems influence which pollutants you’d benefit most from filtering out of your indoor air. For instance, somebody with serious allergies should make getting rid of pollen or animal dander the primary goal. Our indoor air quality services in [siteinfo field=”msa”] are intended to help you identify what particulate matter you’re taking on.

HEPA Filters

Many air filtration systems incorporate what’s known as a High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filter. Keep in mind that many filters are manufactured similarly and advertised as “HEPA-type” filters despite not offering the same level of efficiency. You should try to find “True” or “Absolute” HEPA filters approved by air quality groups.

With a thick network of extremely small fibers, HEPA filters catch airborne particles as they float past. Certain designs might use extra layers of filtration to stop the central fiber layer from clogging up with larger particles like hair and lint. One type, referred to as an activated carbon filter, has highly absorbent carbon pores to grab particles.

A modest trade-off with HEPA filters is that the dense fibers can reduce airflow, which could force your HVAC system to run longer to sustain your set temperatures. We can offer tailored advice on whether you’d benefit from HEPA-level filtration.