Here's Why Your House's Indoor Air Quality Is Significant

The global spread of COVID-19 has likely turned your regular schedule upside down.

When things feel uncertain you can take comfort in knowing your house is your safe area. You’re possibly spending more time there now. That’s why your indoor air quality is now more important than ever.

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

Today’s homes are tightly airtight, which is fantastic for energy efficiency. But it also means your inside air might be worse than the air outside. In reality, the EPA says it can be two to five times worse than outdoors. This can be troublesome since we spend about 90% of our time indoors.

There are many elements that can contribute to poor indoor air quality, including cleaning products and air fresheners. These might create headaches and worsen allergies and asthma.

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

Not sure which option is right for your home? Our knowledgeable technicians can do an indoor air quality audit. Based on the outcome, we can then advise you on the ideal solution for your family’s unique needs.

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

Air Filtration

When browsing air filters, you should review the MERV rating, or Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value. This gauges how efficiently it filters air.

One of the most ordinary and most economical filters, flat fiberglass filters, rank between 1 and 4 on the MERV system. Pleated filters are somewhat better, ranking between 8 and 12.

We advise upgrading to no less than MERV 13, for example the HC13 Media Air Cleaner, for the best effect. This filter provides fresher air while lowering energy use.

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

Ahead of buying an enhanced filter, contact us at 717-383-4479. Our professionals can help you select the right match for your equipment.

Air Purification

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

These powerful units can take care of:

• 99.9% of allergens, including 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 system. Its strong rays wipe out bacteria and mold within seconds.

If your family suffers from allergies or asthma, this system can give relief. Especially if you are in a muggy part of the country where bacteria and mold grow quickly.

This light also has an additional perk for your comfort system. It might help it run for a greater period of time and heat and cool more efficiently, as it keeps the internal components clean.

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

Whole-Home Humidifiers

Having balanced humidity in your house may help keep your household healthy during the winter. It can assist with sore throats, dry skin and peeling lips, in addition to other cold weather bothers.

If you don’t know what your house’s humidity level is, we’ll figure that out while we do your indoor air quality audit. While the range changes based on outdoor temperatures, HVAC professionals generally recommend keeping it between 40–60 percent.

You can accomplish this ideal range with a whole-home humidifier. This unit typically works with your furnace or air handler to give optimal humidity throughout your house. Some equipment, like the Healthy Climate® Whole-Home Power Humidifier, contain a built-in fan to circulate humidity during the time your heating equipment isn’t on.

Trust the Pros for Your Indoor Air Quality Requirements

At Strine's, we’re committed to making your residence more comfortable. That’s why we provide Lennox air quality equipment, which are the most exhaustive solution you can get.

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

To discover more about our air quality equipment, give us a call at 717-383-4479 or contact us online. Our friendly staff can also handle any worries you can have with a pro coming to your home now.

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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.