Home comfort is not just about getting the right temperature in every room. Indoor air quality also matters. Although regular air filter changes are important, most standard filters don't tackle smaller particles such as allergens, bacteria and viruses. As cold season gets under way in Barrie and Simcoe County, it may be time to start thinking about installing a new whole-house air purification system.

Multiple air-cleaning technologies

Standard air filters are designed to trap larger particles such as dust, dirt and pet dander. They have an interwoven mesh that prevents these particles from entering your home-comfort equipment and being circulated throughout your air ducts. A whole-house air purification system uses multiple methods for cleaning the air.

Ultraviolet light technology destroys living air contaminants such as bacteria and viruses. The cells are altered so that they cannot properly function or reproduce. Advanced filtration technology traps smaller particles that standard filters don't catch, making your indoor air substantially cleaner. Some systems also include technology that removes chemical vapors and volatile organic compounds that may have negative health effects.

Easy system integration

In contrast to portable air purifiers that can only clean the air in one or two rooms, a whole-house air purification system integrates with your heating and cooling system to clean the air in every room in your home. Quiet or even silent operation means that you don't even know the equipment is there, and because it's located in your ductwork, it doesn't take up any living space.

Indoor air quality systems are not just for families with allergies or asthma. Many people who install one of these systems notice a reduction in odors and fewer headaches. Your indoor air quality may already be impacting you without you even knowing it.  

Custom Comfort ClimateCare offers several different indoor air quality solutions to meet the needs of any family. Contact us today to speak with one of our qualified professionals, and we'll help you select the whole-house air purification system that is right for you.

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