About Indoor Air Quality
5" Media Air Filters
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Superior air flow over 1" filters
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Choice of MERV11 -16 (HEPA)
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Filters particles down to 0.3 - 1.0 75 microns or greater
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Only requires changing once per 6 months or longer as necessary.
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Start at $40 per filter
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Non-washable filters
Air Purifiers
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Can help control the spread of bacteria and viruses
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Ideal upgrade for asthma sufferers
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Neutralizes smells (cooking)
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High up front cost from >$600 to install
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Some purifiers produce ozone
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Humdifiers
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Aids to control bacteria and viruses
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Helps protect wood in the house
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Improves breathing in the winter
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Helps lower heating costs
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Bypass humidifiers don't operate will with multi-stage furnaces
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Can lead to mold issues if not correctly installed or serviced
De-humidifiers
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Ideal solution in houses with consistent high humidity
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Ideal for minimizing the chance mold and bacteria developing due to constant dampness in the house.
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Helps to get rid of that "musty" smell in a house.
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High purchase cost