{"id":772,"date":"2022-08-01T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-08-01T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gowlandsac.com\/blog\/?p=772"},"modified":"2022-08-01T06:20:27","modified_gmt":"2022-08-01T11:20:27","slug":"what-you-need-to-know-about-air-filtration-systems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gowlandsac.com\/blog\/indoor-air-quality-service\/what-you-need-to-know-about-air-filtration-systems\/","title":{"rendered":"What You Need to Know About Air Filtration Systems"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Along with our services for air conditioning and heating, we also provide home performance and indoor air quality services, such as air filtration and air purification systems in Slidell, LA<\/a>. You may have wondered if you could benefit from having an air filtration system in your house. It\u2019s something many homeowners are thinking about now. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ll go into detail about what you can expect from air filters to help you with making choices about your home\u2019s indoor air quality. You can always rely on our team to guide you toward the best options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The air filter on your AC and furnace isn\u2019t for air quality<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

First, we need to talk about the filter you already have: the one for your AC and furnace. You might think this filter is already sufficient when it comes to cleaning household air. It\u2019s not\u2026 because that filter isn\u2019t designed to improve air quality.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This filter, which we\u2019ll refer to as a blower filter<\/em>, is in place to prevent dust and other debris from getting into the HVAC cabinet through the return air ducts. The blower draws air from the house through the ducts, and this filter traps particles that might harm the components of the AC and furnace (or heat pump). It has a minimal effect on the air you breathe in your house\u2014although it can harm it if the filter is changed often enough and becomes clogged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The air filters that will help air quality<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The type of air filtration system you want to improve your indoor air quality is called a whole-house filter<\/em> or whole-house filtration system<\/em>. These filters are installed into the ductwork via a slot that professionals plumb into it. These filters are too large to fit into the standard slot where the blower filter goes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whole-house filters are made from a media that traps particles as well as attracts them. They come in a wide range of strengths, which is measured as MERV (minimum efficiency reporting value<\/em>). Most homes will use a filter with a MERV from 6 to 12. MERV ratings higher than this risk blocking the airflow through the ventilation system because the weave is too thick. The HEPA filter that\u2019s commonly used in hospitals, for example, is too powerful for most home HVAC systems. Our professionals will help you find the best filter strength for your needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Air filters and air purifiers<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The right air filter can remove more than 95% of the particles in your home\u2019s air. That\u2019s a big improvement\u2014and we think most homes can benefit from this. However, your house may still have other pollutants that can get through a filter. Since you can\u2019t use a more powerful filter without cutting off airflow, the best solution is to pair the filter with an air purifier. The ideal combination of air filter and air purifier can remove more than 98% of unwanted contaminants from circulating through your house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the only filter you have for your house is the blower filter, we strongly recommend you call us to talk about air filtration systems and (potentially) air purification systems. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Call us today to learn more about air filtration systems for your home.<\/strong><\/a> Gowland\u2019s Heating & A\/C Values \u201cRelationship over Revenue!\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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