air it out

story by | greg irion

Air is the #1 element that sustains our lives. We breathe approximately 35 pounds of air a day and could only live without it for about three minutes. Because most American’s spend 90% of their time indoors, it’s no surprise that the Environmental Protection Agency [EPA] rates indoor air pollution among the top environmental health risks.

As we have strived for more energy efficient homes, they have become more tightly sealed, which doesn’t allow a lot of ventilation. The air inside your home could be 5 to 10 times dirtier than the air outside. Air containing dust, pet dander, and other harmful allergens can drive asthma and allergy sufferers crazy.

Air purifiers can be an excellent way to clean up the air in your home, but not all are created equally. Clean air is important, so make sure your air purifier is the right choice.

Do Your Research

There are lots of options when it comes to buying an air purifier. Here are some things to consider so you go home with an effective and affordable product:

• the filter There are a variety of filter option. Some air purifiers can even have more than one. Be sure to find out how often they need to be replaced and the respective cost.

• the coverage Air purifiers will be designated for a certain sized room. Determine the room you plan to have it in and the air purifier should be capable of handling that size or larger. A great place to consider having your air purifier is your bedroom since we typically spend the most time there.

• the pollutants eliminated Know what your air purifier is capable of eliminating from air. Will it take care of dust and pollen or how about orders, pet dander or bacteria?

• the warranty A quality company will offer a warranty on their air purifier. If they don’t or it isn’t very long, move on. Also, know what the warranty covers and what you need to do to keep within the coverage terms such as changing filters every so often.

• the energy requirements Like every other appliance in your home, an air purifier is going to use electricity. Make sure the one you choose is energy efficient.

We all can benefit from clean air, but you don’t need to pay thousands of dollars for it. Do your research and find the right air purifier for your home.

ORECK Clean Home Center is known for having the world’s most powerful, light weight vacuums, but they also offer air purifiers that collect dust, mold spores, pollen, bacteria and viruses using its patented filter called a Truman Cell, which doesn’t need to be replaced and has a lifetime warranty. It is powerful enough to circulate the air in a 12’ x 18’ area twice an hour and it will also get rid of odors! All of this and it uses the same energy as a standard light bulb.