Dust mites, mold spores, pollen, and pet dander are all common allergens that can be found in the air inside your home. If your family suffers from allergies or asthma, these contaminants can cause serious problems. Fortunately, HEPA filters can trap these particles and help alleviate allergies. HEPA stands for Highly Efficient Particulate Air and is the most beneficial type of filter for allergies.
To further improve air quality, you can use HEPA air filters with activated carbon. You may be wondering about their safety and environmental impact. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) warns that air purifiers are limited in terms of filtering gases and that filters must be replaced frequently to work optimally, usually every three months. You can also order custom filters that focus on specific allergens and impurities, such as pet allergy filters, toxin absorbers, germ defense, or odor removers.
To help filter out allergens such as pet hair, pet dander, pollen and smoke, we recommend looking for air purifiers with HEPA filters that use activated carbon or similar purification ingredients. Different air purifiers will provide varying degrees of benefits depending on their specifications and the type of filter used; a HEPA filter will remove a wider range of particles from indoor air. Once you know the size of the filter you need, comparing the different filters in person or online will help you familiarize yourself with the options and price ranges available. While mechanical filters are effective at trapping small and large particles, studies have failed to show that effective filtering alone actually improves asthma or allergy symptoms.
However, when used in combination with a HEPA filter, an activated carbon filter can provide incredible results in your home.
