{"id":2992,"date":"2020-06-30T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-06-30T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saddlebackplumbing.com\/blog\/?p=2992"},"modified":"2020-06-26T13:41:34","modified_gmt":"2020-06-26T17:41:34","slug":"what-contaminants-air-purifier-remove-air","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saddlebackplumbing.com\/blog\/indoor-air-quality-service\/what-contaminants-air-purifier-remove-air\/","title":{"rendered":"What Contaminants Can an Air Purifier Remove From the Air?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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If you are concerned about the quality of the air inside your home\u2014and many people share your concern\u2014then one option to consider is installing an air purifier in Ladera Ranch, CA<\/a>. If you don’t already have an air filtration system in place (and the filter on the air conditioner cabinet does not<\/em> count), we suggest you start with that. Mechanical filters are excellent at straining out larger contaminants that circulate through a household ventilation system: dust, dander, lint. Once you have the right filters installed, you can consider an air purifier to take care of the smaller particles that often slip through the mesh of a mechanical filter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And what are those particles? Let’s take a closer look at\nwhat an air purifier can eliminate from your home’s air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

According to the EPA, volatile organic compounds include a\nrange of chemicals that are emitted as gasses from certain solids or liquids,\nmany of which are found inside homes. For example, varnish and paint can emit\nhigh concentrations of VOCs. Other sources include aerosol sprays,\ndisinfectants and household cleaners, stored automotive fuel, pesticides, and\neven dry-cleaned clothing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

VOCs cause a range of detrimental health effects, both\nshort-term and long-term. Eyes, nose, and throat irritation. Headaches.\nAllergies. Nausea. Fatigue. Kidney and central nervous system damage. You\ndefinitely want VOCs removed from your house as much as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mold Spores, Viruses, Germs, & Bacteria<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is the host of “icky” organic contaminants\nthat can circulate through your house and lead to the rapid spread of\nillnesses. Most of these pollutants are difficult to trap in standard filters.\nSpecial UV light air purifiers target these organics and either kill them or\nrender them inert. If you’ve had problems with mold growth in your home before,\nwe strongly recommend using a UV air purifier in the HVAC system to get it\nunder control. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Allergy and Asthma Triggers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

VOCs are only one type of allergy and asthma trigger that\ncan affect people in your home. If your air filter isn’t doing enough to\ncontrol asthma and allergy problems throughout your household, a special air\npurification system may be able to step in and help out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Odor molecules<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Air purifiers can help you have more than just a healthier\nhome, but also a fresher, better-smelling one as well. Air purifiers can remove\nmany of the worst odor molecules coming from pets, cooking, smoke, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finding the Right Air Purifiers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There is no “generic air purifier” that serves as\na one-size-fits-all solution to the indoor air quality issues in your house. To\nfind the right air purifier\/air filter combination requires the work of\nprofessional IAQ technicians. Our team has the experience, tools, and products\nto ensure that you end up with real answers to problems with your home’s air\nquality. Schedule an appointment with us today, and we’ll get you started with\nfilters, purifiers, and whatever else you need for a healthy, comfortable home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Saddleback Plumbing Heating & Air has served Orange County since 1981. Schedule service with us today for better indoor air quality.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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