Whole House Filtration Systems – A Breath Of Fresh Air

Dust, mould, bacteria and vapours from household cleaning products can act as irritants to your asthma, but cleaning the air you breathe can make a huge difference to your symptoms and wellbeing.

Studies have shown that there is a link between the allergens found in the home and the increase in asthma symptoms in recent years.

Buying free-standing air purifiers for every room is one way of making sure the air in your home isn’t making your asthma worse, but can be prove expensive.

The answer may lie in a whole house air filtration system.

Manufacturers claim these systems will ensure you are breathing the cleanest air possible wherever you are in your home.

Filtration systems that attach to existing air conditioning or furnace ducts and use High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters and activated carbon, are considered the best. The HEPA filter removes 99.97 per cent of particles greater than 0.3 microns, less than a smoke particle, and the carbon filter will rid your home of chemical vapours and gases.

With the introduction of the whole house air filtration system, the air coming out of the vents in your home should be clean and free of pollutants that could have a negative effect on your asthma.

Breathing cleaner air can make a real difference to your symptoms and help you sleep better.

Investing in a whole house system can save you money if you are planning to buy a free-standing air purifier for every room of your house.

If you are thinking of installing a system there are a few things to investigate before parting with your hard-earned cash.

Make sure you buy the unit from a trusted manufacturer. Do your homework by checking reviews, ratings and reading up on warranties.

Check that the unit uses a HEPA filter. There are “HEPA type” filters on the market that do not remove the particles from the air as effectively.

Finally, make sure you are ridding your home of vapours and gases by ensuring the system you buy uses a carbon filter.

Most people who use the whole house air filtration system report improved breathing ability, better sleep and a reduction in symptoms within a day or two.

Investing in a whole house system could go as far as reducing your reliance on medication, but investigate the options to make sure any system you buy is right for you.