Air filters are becoming more common in homes that rely on things like air conditioning or heating throughout the year. Our area is no exception to that, being a place where an air filter can make a huge difference during our scorching hot summers or our chilly winters.
However, many of our customers just don’t know the benefits of an air filter. These systems can capture microscopic particles (and some that you can even see like dust and pet hair) that would otherwise give you sniffles, cause an allergic reaction, or even cause long-term health problems for you and your family.
Don’t just take our word for it! Keep reading to learn more about your indoor air quality in Colleyville, TX.
Start With the Type of Filter
We want to be very clear to our customers right at the start: when we talk about air filters, we’re not talking about portable air filters or the filters that are included in your HVAC system. These small units and components are not powerful or efficient enough to fully capture the contaminants that spread throughout your home.
From here on out we’ll be discussing a specifically installed, powerful air filtration system like a MERV filter that is designed to capture particles that travel through your home’s ductwork. These systems function much more efficiently and are powerful enough to capture microscopic contaminants like dust and even mold spores.
Level 1: Uncomfortable Contaminants
Look, comfort is an important metric for your home. If you cough or sneeze every time you breathe in because you’re inhaling loads of dust and dirt, that’s still reason enough for an air filter. Discomfort can have negative mental and emotional effects on our bodies, from making us feel worse or sick (even if we’re not) to making us want to spend less time in our own homes.
Don’t fall prey to the mentality that dust is just a natural part of living. It’s not, and it’s also entirely possible for you to go your whole day without feeling uncomfortable in your house.
Level 2: Allergens and Problematic Contaminants
The next level of contaminants air filters treat are allergens like pet dander, mold spores, and large amounts of dust. These can not only make your home uncomfortable or smell off, but they can also cause allergic reactions in some people. Many of your house guests or family members with asthma might have trouble breathing, especially when they encounter these contaminants.
Again, this is a problem easily solved with the inclusion of an air filter.
Level 3: Contaminants That Cause Long-Term Health Problems
This category is for things like cooking smoke and VOCs (volatile organic compounds). Things like spray pain residue and smoke can cause long-term health effects that are demonstrably negative. Some VOCs are known to increase your likelihood of developing certain types of cancer, while others can damage your respiratory system, your internal organs (kidneys, liver, etc.) and even harm your immune system.
Protect your home and your health by filtering out these particles.