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Though it may seem obvious that the air we breathe twenty-four seven greatly affects our wellbeing, it’s easy to overlook something we can’t see. In fact, poor air quality can affect your comfort, your sleep, and your mental health, in addition to the allergies and respiratory issues it can cause. By proactively addressing your home’s air quality, you can reduce irritants, improve overall health, and breathe easy.
How to Prepare for Summer
Install UV lights for your HVAC system
Upgrading your HVAC system with UV lights helps neutralize harmful microorganisms such as mold, bacteria, and viruses. By continuously sanitizing the air as it circulates, UV lights provide an added layer of protection for your family and help maintain a fresher, healthier indoor environment. For optimal results and safe installation, it’s best to have a professional like F.H. Furr to handle the set up.
Upgrade to a polarized media electronic air cleaner
For homeowner looking to take air quality a step further, a polarized media electronic air cleaner can be a powerful addition to you HVAC system. While UV lights focus on neutralizing microorganisms and traditional filters trap larger debris, polarized media air cleaners stand out by capturing a wider range of airborne particles, including the microscopic ones that might slip through your other lines of defense. During the summer, when your HVAC system is running more often and circulating air more frequently, this added level of filtration can help reduce seasonal allergens and improve overall comfort.
Use portable air purifiers
For those without HVAC systems, especially in busy metropolitan areas, a portable air purifier is a must. For residents with HVAC systems, portable air purifiers are still useful as they can target allergens and pollutants that HVAC systems may not fully capture. Some models also use activated carbon filters that go the extra mile by capturing odors, VOCs (volatile organic compounds), and pet dander.
Schedule an air duct cleaning
Air ducts can harbor dust, pollen, pet dander, and other allergens that circulate every time your HVAC system runs. Professional air duct cleaning removes these contaminants, improving indoor air quality. It also has the bonus effect of boosting your HVAC system’s efficiency, which can also help lower energy bills during hotter months, putting money back in your pocket.
Consider an ERV (Energy Recovery Ventilator)
An ERV is a home ventilation system that draws fresh air from outside while filtering out odors, chemicals, and contaminants. Essentially, it brings fresh outdoor air into your home without any of the ick from outside. The system not only brings in cleaner air but also balances humidity and temperature, helping your home stay comfortable and healthy even during the hottest summer days. The cost will vary depending on the size of your home but after the initial investment, the system lasts 15 to 20 years, earning lots of clean air and energy savings in the long run.
With summer approaching, now is the perfect time to schedule HVAC services or upgrades. Taking these steps ensures your home remains a safe and comfortable haven from the heat while protecting the health of everyone inside.
To enjoy a comfortable, safe, and well-maintained home all summer long, the experts at F.H. Furr can help. Click here to learn more or schedule HVAC maintenance today.
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