Poor indoor air quality in Massachusetts can affect everyone in your household, from respiratory issues to allergies. Fortunately, you can promote cleaner air in your living spaces by upgrading your HVAC system.
Consider these four HVAC upgrades to enhance your home’s air quality:
1. High-Efficiency Air Filters
When you schedule heating or AC maintenance, your technician will replace the system’s air filter. This is a good time to ask about switching to a high-efficiency filter. A high-efficiency particulate air filter or HEPA filter captures more airborne particles.
The HEPA filter will catch more of the physical contaminants in your home’s air. This includes dust, pet dander, and tobacco smoke. In addition, the filter stops unseen pollutants, such as mold spores and bacteria, before they reach your living spaces.
2. Dehumidifiers
When exploring how to improve indoor air quality, it’s important to consider moisture in the air. Too much humidity inside your home can cause moisture damage to your home’s structure and features.
Eventually, you’ll need water remediation to remove surfaces with this type of damage. In addition, high humidity makes it harder to breathe and can increase the risks of asthma attacks and respiratory illnesses.
A whole-house dehumidifier works as a part of your HVAC system. It will help you measure and modify the humidity in your home. Ideally, your indoor humidity level should stay within the 35% to 50% range. The dehumidifier makes it easier to bring the humidity down to match that ideal range.
3. Whole-House Air Cleaners
You might use a portable air filter while you’re watching TV or reading a book. While this type of device is effective in purifying the air in a limited space, it can’t handle the full volume of air in your home. To effectively purify the air throughout your house, you’ll need to consider HVAC upgrades that include whole-house air cleaners.
Your HVAC technician will connect this type of device to your heating and cooling system. You can choose between electrostatic, electron charging, UV light, and other types of technology, including leading brands like UV Halo and iWave, which Endless Energy installs. A professional can help you choose the best system to boost the indoor air quality in your home.
4. Duct Sealing
Air leaks are common in ductwork when gaps or loose fittings develop. In addition to reducing the HVAC system’s efficiency, a gap or hole in your ductwork creates an access point for pests, debris, bacteria, and other contaminants. While duct cleaning removes existing contaminants in your ductwork, you can do more to maintain cleaner air in your home with duct sealing.
Duct sealing with Aeroseal is one of the most important indoor air quality services you can use when taking steps to improve air quality. This involves sealing existing holes and gaps to eliminate the exchange of air. Your HVAC system can operate more efficiently, and you’ll introduce fewer pollutants into your home.
Learn More About HVAC Upgrades From the Pros
The experienced team at Endless Energy can evaluate your home’s unique needs and recommend the best air quality solutions. We are committed to helping families throughout Massachusetts enjoy better air and reliable comfort. Contact us to get started today.
