Studies have shown that inadequate ventilation in homes causes indoor air to be up to 2-5x more polluted than outdoor air. With up to 65 million North Americans suffering from asthma (8 million children), allergies or other respiratory issues, these conditions can be triggered by molds, dust, and other aggregates. Did you know that one […]
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Pleated vs. Fiberglass Filters
Deciding on which filter is really dependant upon you. Your budget, lifestyle, & health can all play an important role as to which one you should get. Lets start with the importance of having a filter and the similarities between the two. Both pleated and fiberglass filters play an important role in maintaining the cleanliness […]
Continue readingWho is MERV and What Does it Mean to You?
MERV stands for the Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value. This measurement scale was designed to rate the effectiveness of air filters……their particle removal capability, resistance to airflow, and the expected operating life. MERV ratings are usually valued between 1 and 16 although they can go as high as 20 (however those are usually for more commercial/industrial […]
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