The international growth of COVID-19 has likely shifted your typical routine upside down.

When times feel uncertain you can feel good in knowing your home is your safe retreat. You’re likely spending more time there nowadays. Consequently your indoor air quality is now more crucial than ever.

Were you aware we can install indoor air quality products in your home that provide hospital-grade filtration? These options can clear bacteria from your air, as well as allergens, odors and volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

Up-to-date homes are tightly airtight, which is fantastic for energy efficiency. But it also means your home’s air could be worse than the air outside. In reality, the EPA says it can be two to five times worse than outdoors. This could be problematic since we spend about 90% of our lifetime inside.

There are many elements that can lead to poor indoor air quality, including cleaning products and air fresheners. These could result in headaches and exasperate allergies and asthma.

There’s a combination of steps you can take to enhance your air quality. Some include better air filters, an air purification system or an ultraviolet (UV) germicidal light.

Unsure which solution is a good fit for your house? Our expert techs can conduct an indoor air quality audit. Based upon our findings, we can then recommend the most fitting choice for your family’s distinctive needs.

Keep reading to discover more about the air quality products we sell.

Air Filtration

When comparing air filters, it’s essential to look at the MERV rating, or Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value. This gauges how successfully it filters pollutants.

One of the most ordinary and least expensive filters, flat fiberglass filters, rank between 1 and 4 on the MERV scale. Pleated filters are slightly better, rated between 8 and 12.

We suggest getting at minimum MERV 13, for example the HC13 Media Air Cleaner, for the best effect. This filter gives clearer air while limiting energy consumption.

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

Ahead of installing a better filter, contact us at 507-387-6596. Our professionals can help you find the most ideal option for your system.

Air Purification

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

These powerful units can wipe out:

  • 99.9% of allergens, such as 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 installed on the inside of your HVAC equipment. Its penetrating rays wipe out bacteria and mold within seconds.

If your family suffers from allergies or asthma, this unit might deliver relief. Especially if you reside in an extremely hot climate where bacteria and mold grow quickly.

This light also provides an additional bonus for your comfort equipment. It can help it run longer and operate more efficiently, since it keeps the internal pieces clean.

Our air quality engineers advise installing one of these lights with an enhanced filter, such as our Carbon Clean 16® Media Air Cleaner, for the greatest effect. This filter delivers industry-leading MERV 16 filtration plus carbon-coated fibers to remove particles from your house’s air. It completes this without decreasing your heating and cooling equipment’s airflow.

Whole-Home Humidifiers

Getting balanced humidity in your house might help keep your household from getting sick during the winter. It can assist with sore throats, dry skin and cracked lips, among further cold weather annoyances.

If you aren’t sure of what your house’s humidity percentage is, we’ll measure it when we complete your indoor air quality audit. While the range fluctuates based upon outdoor temperatures, HVAC experts typically recommend keeping it between 40–60 percent.

You can achieve this optimal range by using a whole-home humidifier. This system usually functions with your furnace or air handler to provide the right level of humidity across your residence. Some units, like the Healthy Climate® Whole-Home Power Humidifier, use an included fan to move humidity when your heating unit isn’t running.

Turn to the Professionals for Your Indoor Air Quality Necessities

At Northern Comfort Inc, we’re committed to making your residence more comfortable. That’s why we sell Lennox air quality products, which are the most complete solution on the market.

We’re also more than only your heating and cooling company. We’re concerned about the well-being of you and your loved ones. That’s why our techs are taking added precautions when we visit your house.

To learn more about our air quality products, reach us at 507-387-6596 or contact us online. Our friendly staff can also address any apprehension you might have with a professional arriving at 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.