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The average person spends more than 90% of their time indoors, where pollution is often several times more concentrated. If you’re concerned about your indoor air quality in Keizer, OR, Home Comfort Inc. HVAC company offers a range of solutions to lower those levels.
In winter, good indoor air quality often begins with proper heater maintenance. Other options to consider include upgraded HVAC filters, in-duct air purification, and whole-home humidification.
Annual heater maintenance is essential, and we recommend scheduling in the fall before needing to run your heat. Many of our customers have fuel-burning furnaces. One issue is that the combustion equipment builds up dirt, carbon deposits, and other grime over time. Those particles can enter your air supply and negatively affect your indoor air quality.
Another reason heater maintenance is important is carbon monoxide. Fuel-burning heaters create CO as a byproduct of combustion. A well-functioning system vents those gases outside the home. However, if there’s a problem with the heat exchanger, combustion chamber, or exhaust, gases can leak inside. Therefore, it’s also important to test CO detectors and replace batteries or the units themselves as needed.
Consider upgrading your HVAC filter to a high-quality pleated filter. The industry rates filter effectiveness on the MERV scale, which ranges from 1 to 16. It’s common to see lower-rated filters in home systems, but modern systems typically support filters up to MERV 13.
MERV-13 filters can trap a significant portion of particles that pass through the system. That includes at least 90% of particles 3.0 microns in size and larger. Check your filter at least once a month, and replace it as needed. Your filter needs replacement when you can see the dust buildup on the surface or when you hear a whistling sound.
For even better whole-home air purification, consider adding an in-duct air purifier. Many air purifiers use HEPA filters, which can trap more than 99% of particles of all sizes. Often, these air purifiers have activated carbon as well. Where HEPA filters remove particulates, carbon absorbs unpleasant odors, gases, and airborne chemicals.
Humidity is also crucial to home air quality. The U.S. EPA recommends a relative humidity between 30% and 60%, but reaching those levels naturally can be difficult at times. A humidifier helps to avoid dry air by adding moisture vapor to it. A dehumidifier prevents humid air by extracting moisture and draining it outside the home. Either system can be helpful depending on your home’s specific needs.
Home Comfort Inc. has been serving Keizer since 1954. We’re a proud Lennox and Honeywell partner, but we install and service all HVAC makes and models. Our company employs NATE-certified technicians and provides them with ongoing training. We have accreditation from the BBB with an A+ rating and have earned an Expertise Best HVAC & Furnace Repair award.
Home Comfort Inc. can help you improve your indoor air quality in Keizer. Call us today or contact us online to learn more about how we can do that.
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