The global growth of COVID-19 has likely shifted your daily calendar into a jumble.

When things feel uncertain you can take comfort in knowing your home is your safe area. You’re probably spending more time there nowadays. Consequently your indoor air quality is now more crucial than ever.

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

Modern residences are tightly sealed, which is fantastic for energy efficiency. But it also means your inside air can be worse than the air outside. In fact, the EPA says it can be two to five times worse than outdoors. This could be problematic since we spend about 90% of our days indoors.

There are many factors that can contribute to poor indoor air quality, like cleaning products and air fresheners. These might lead to headaches and exasperate allergies and asthma.

There are a few actions you can take to enhance your air quality. Some include upgraded air filters, an air purification system or an ultraviolet (UV) germicidal light.

Unsure which solution is right for your residence? Our skilled techs can do an indoor air quality audit. Based upon our findings, we can then suggest the most fitting solution for your family’s unique needs.

Keep reading to discover more about the air quality solutions we sell.

Air Filtration

When looking at air filters, you should look at the MERV rating, or Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value. This gauges how efficiently it filters contaminants.

One of the most average and most economical filters, flat fiberglass filters, rank between 1 and 4 on the MERV system. Pleated filters are a little bit better, graded between 8 and 12.

We recommend buying no less than MERV 13, for example the HC13 Media Air Cleaner, for the optimal outcome. This filter delivers fresher air while reducing energy use.

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

Before buying an enhanced filter, reach us at 215-741-5505. Our professionals can help you find the right option for your unit.

Air Purification

Lennox has some of the greatest air purification units you can purchase. PureAir™ S and Healthy Climate™ PureAir Air Purification Systems offer hospital-grade filtration while taking care of all categories of indoor air contaminants.

These powerful units can wipe out:

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

UV Germicidal Lights

A UV germicidal light is added on the inside of your heating and cooling system. Its penetrating rays eradicate bacteria and mold within seconds.

If your family struggles with allergies or asthma, this equipment may deliver relief. Especially if you are in a muggy climate where bacteria and mold thrive.

This light also offers an added bonus for your HVAC equipment. It can help it last for a greater period of time and operate more efficiently, since it keeps the internal parts clean.

Our air quality engineers advise combining one of these lights with an upgraded filter, such as our Carbon Clean 16® Media Air Cleaner, for optimal effect. This filter delivers industry-leading MERV 16 filtration combined with carbon-coated fibers to catch particles in your house’s air. It completes this without decreasing your heating and cooling unit’s airflow.

Whole-Home Humidifiers

Having correct humidity in your residence can help keep your loved ones in good health when it’s cold. It can aid sore throats, flaky skin and chapped lips, among added cold weather annoyances.

If you don’t know what your house’s humidity range is, we’ll determine it while we do your indoor air quality audit. While the range changes based on outdoor temperatures, HVAC pros usually advise keeping it between 40–60 percent.

You can achieve this ideal range by installing a whole-home humidifier. This equipment generally accompanies your furnace or air handler to deliver optimum humidity throughout your house. Some models, like the Healthy Climate® Whole-Home Power Humidifier, have an incorporated fan to move humidity while your HVAC equipment isn’t operating.

Depend on the Experts for Your Indoor Air Quality Necessities

At Indoor Comfort Systems HVAC, we’re dedicated to making your house comfier. That’s why we offer Lennox air quality products, which are the most complete solution on the market.

We’re also more than just your heating and cooling company. We’re concerned about the wellness of you and your family. That’s why we’re taking additional precautions when we come to your residence.

To find out more about our air quality equipment, reach us at 215-741-5505 or contact us online. Our skilled staff can also handle any concerns you can have with a technician coming to your home 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.