The international growth of COVID-19 has likely flipped your typical calendar upside down.

When times feel uncertain you can take comfort in knowing your residence is your safe area. You’re probably spending more time there today. Consequently your indoor air quality is now more important than ever.

Did you know we can install indoor air quality products in your home that deliver hospital-grade filtration? These options can eliminate bacteria from your air, as well as allergens, odors and volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

Up-to-date homes are firmly airtight, which is great for energy efficiency. But it also means your inside air can be worse than the air outside. In reality, the EPA says it can be two to five times worse than outdoors. This could be problematic since we spend about 90% of our lifetime indoors.

There are many things that can cause poor indoor air quality, such as cleaning products and air fresheners. These could lead to headaches and irritate allergies and asthma.

There’s a combination of actions you can take to better your air quality. Some include improved air filters, an air purification system or an ultraviolet (UV) germicidal light.

Unsure which solution is right for your house? Our skilled technicians can conduct an indoor air quality audit. Based off of our findings, we can then suggest the best option for your household’s unique needs.

Continue reading to find out more about the air quality equipment we provide.

Air Filtration

When comparing air filters, it’s important to look at the MERV rating, or Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value. This measures how successfully it filters pollutants.

One of the most ordinary and most economical filters, flat fiberglass filters, are rated between 1 and 4 on the MERV register. Pleated filters are slightly better, ranking between 8 and 12.

We suggest upgrading to at least MERV 13, for instance the HC13 Media Air Cleaner, for the optimal results. This filter delivers clearer air while reducing energy needs.

High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters are considered the gold standard in air filtration, since they’re usually in use in hospitals. They’re effective at trapping 99.97–99.99% of indoor pollutants, like pollen, pet dander and smoke.

Before buying a more powerful filter, give us a call at 602-789-3315. Our experts can help you find the best solution for your system.

Air Purification

Lennox provides some of the best air purification equipment you can get. PureAir™ S and Healthy Climate™ PureAir Air Purification Systems deliver hospital-grade filtration while taking care of all categories of indoor air contaminants.

This powerful equipment can wipe out:

  • 99.9% of allergens, like pollen, dust and pet dander.
  • 95% of bacteria-sized particles, such as ones that cause strep throat.
  • 50% of VOCs and odors within 24 hours.

UV Germicidal Lights

A UV germicidal light is placed on the inside of your comfort unit. Its powerful rays eliminate bacteria and mold within seconds.

If your family struggles with allergies or asthma, this unit might give relief. Especially if you live in a humid area where bacteria and mold thrive.

This light also has an extra advantage for your heating and cooling unit. It might help it run longer and operate more efficiently, because it keeps the internal pieces clean.

Our air quality engineers recommend using one of these lights with an upgraded filter, such as our Carbon Clean 16® Media Air Cleaner, for optimal effect. This filter provides industry-leading MERV 16 filtration combined with carbon-coated fibers to remove particles from your house’s air. It completes this without decreasing your comfort equipment’s airflow.

Whole-Home Humidifiers

Acquiring balanced humidity in your house can help keep your family in good health during the winter. It can help with sore throats, itchy skin and peeling lips, among other cold weather bothers.

If you aren’t sure of what your residence’s humidity range is, we’ll figure that out while we perform your indoor air quality audit. While the range fluctuates based upon outdoor temperatures, HVAC experts usually suggest keeping it between 40–60 percent.

You can achieve this optimum range by using a whole-home humidifier. This equipment generally works with your furnace or air handler to provide the right level of humidity across your home. Some equipment, like the Healthy Climate® Whole-Home Power Humidifier, have an included fan to circulate humidity during the time your comfort system isn’t on.

Rely on the Experts for Your Indoor Air Quality Needs

At Dial One Mears Air Conditioning & Heating Inc, we’re committed to making your house more relaxing. That’s why we offer Lennox air quality options, which are the most complete solution on the market.

We’re also more than merely your heating and cooling company. We’re concerned about the health of you and your loved ones. That’s why our techs are taking added precautions when we come to your house.

To find out more about our air quality products, get in touch with us at 602-789-3315 or contact us online. Our friendly staff can also address any worries you could have with a tech coming to your residence at this time.

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*Based on in-duct testing that shows Healthy Climate® filters reduce airflow restriction. Greater restriction of airflow creates a greater load on a unit’s fan motor, increasing energy consumption.