Indoor Air Quality
Did you know that indoor air quality is actually poorer than outdoor air quality? As a matter of fact, the Environmental Protection Agency says that most homes are at least 2-5 times more polluted than outdoor air. Unfortunately, most people spend the majority of their time indoors, but constantly breathing these pollutants can trigger breathing problems and can cause or worsen health problems like heart disease.
A great way to reduce indoor air pollution is with a whole house filter. Whole house filters attach to the HVAC system and remove particulates from the air flowing through the filter. This keeps purified air flowing throughout the entire house, and it also keeps the HVAC system protected and working more smoothly.
Electrostatic Filtration
The GeneralAire 12880 Filter is a whole house filter that uses special electrostatic filtration to remove particulates from the air. Electrostatic filtration uses a specially designed electrostatically charged filter media that attracts oppositely charged air particles like a magnet. This is a highly efficient method of filtration, removing 97% of airborne particulates from 0.01 to 2500 microns.
This filter is given a MERV 10 rating. MERV is the minimum efficiency reporting value, which is the scale designed by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) to rate the effectiveness of air filters. A MERV 10 rating means that this filter removes particulates like dust, dander, mold spores, pollen, and bacteria.
By removing these particulates from the air, the GeneralAire 12880 Filter not only protects the HVAC system and keeps it working more efficiently, but it also provides cleaner, healthier air. This filter removes a large number of contaminants, so it is necessary to keep it regularly replaced. Replacement depends on several factors, however, including rate of airflow, types of particulates, and air quality. For better air for better breathing, order today!
