During the winter months we spend most of our time in tightly sealed homes, this makes indoor air quality is an important consideration for most homeowners. While a furnace air cleaner does a good job of trapping larger particles circulating in the air, its primary function is to keep the inside of the furnace free of damaging dirt and debris. For spotless and healthy indoor air there are additional components that make up an indoor air quality system. These include:
Whole Home Humidifiers
When the air inside your home is too dry you may experience dry, chapped skin, upper respiratory irritation and increased allergies from dust and airborne particles. Very dry air can also damage furniture and woodwork in your home.
A whole-home humidifier is a good choice for larger homes or when you want more precise control over humidity levels. The humidifier works by flowing water between electrodes to create steam which is then dispersed into the air through the home’s ductwork. Maintenance is simple and humidity levels can be managed from your thermostat.
UV Air Sanitizers
Germicidal UV lamps use ultraviolet light to safely and effectively kill pathogens such as viruses and bacteria inside your home’s ductwork. With a UV air sanitizer, you can rid the air of up to 98% of airborne contaminants.
Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, tasteless, odorless and highly toxic gas. The Carrier® CO alarm uses sophisticated sensor technology to detect and record levels of CO.
Many CO detectors enable you to monitor the current CO levels in your home on an easy-to-read digital display. When dangerous levels of CO are present, a loud, audible alarm alerts you and your family automatically.