Can Air Purifiers Filter Out COVID?
Why would I need an air purifier?
COVID-19 cases are expected to increase this winter, and as temperatures become cooler, people all across New England will be spending more time indoors. Knowing the air inside your home is as clean as possible is a top concern now more than ever.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a report revealing that Americans spend an average of 90% of their time indoors. Additionally, the pollutants inside a house are typically 2 to 5 times higher than outside. Unclean air can lead to severe health issues and can trigger asthma attacks. Multiple variables contribute to this issue, including poor ventilation, synthetic materials, and the use of products containing toxins, such as common household cleaning products and personal care products. Once you add the threat of the Coronavirus to the already vulnerable season, the stakes seem much higher.
Fortunately, there are excellent solutions for homeowners. Air purifiers capture pollutants and contaminants and then break down the cell wall of the particles collected, so they become harmless or killed. As a result, the air is clean, safe, and healthy.
How do I choose an air purifier for my home?
With the current pandemic we are living in, technological advancements for air purifiers are in high demand. On the market, there are now air purifiers that have been tested and proven to destroy the coronavirus ensuring your family is protected while inside your home.
Carrier® recently launched the Infinity Air Purifier that is specifically designed to destroy the Coronavirus. This purifier complies with the health and sanitation standards for hospitals, laboratories and secure government facilities. The Infinity Air Purifier™ has also been tested and certified through third parties affirming its effectiveness against Coronavirus, Streptococcus pyogenes, and human influenza.
It is important to understand what to look for as you search for the best solution for your home. Make sure you purchase an air purifier that includes a filter with a MERV 15 rating. MERV is an abbreviation for minimum Efficiency Reporting Value, which measures a filter’s ability to capture particles. Essentially, the higher the MERV rating, the more effective the filter is. A MERV 15 filter is the standard for hospitals and laboratories.
Installing an air purifier in your home and protecting your family against COVID is a worthwhile investment, especially as time spent outdoors is limited due to weather. Our team at Total Temperature Control is here to help you, and we are committed to keeping our customers safe.
Remember that regular maintenance is necessary for an air purifier to remain effective. For the Carrier Infinity Air Purifier, homeowners regularly replace the filter cartridges. Read the instructions for the air purifier you purchase to understand how to care for yours. We are happy to show you how to do this or answer any questions you may have.
Of course, there are many other important preventative measures we should all continue to make: [H3]
· Wash your hands regularly and for a minimum of 20 seconds
· Wipe down shared surfaces
· Keep windows and doors open when possible
· Maintain a distance of 6 feet
· Stay home and self-isolate if you have even minor symptoms
We offer no-obligation consultations and are happy to evaluate your current set-up to determine what might work best for your home.
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