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Whole-House Air Purifier Systems
Has anyone found a safe whole-house air purifier system that is installed in (or around) your in-home HVAC system? My HVAC company recommended the Reme HALO whole-house in-duct air purifier by RGF, but I was concerned to learn it's an "ionized hydro-peroxide" output that includes some level of ozone being emitted into the air from what I read in their literature/site and from talking to the manufacturer. They say it's "safe" but I've read people with lung problems shouldn't breathe in any ozone (I have Bronchiectasis). I also couldn't get a straight answer as to whether the UV light is part of the Reme HALO or a separate UV bulb that shines on the AC coil (called the BLU QR UV stick light) or whether both have a UV component. I've read that UV in whole-house air purifiers (and whole-house water systems) is safe for humans - I'm more concerned about whole-house air purifiers that emit ozone. I'm also looking at whole-house UV purifiers without ozone (e.g., APCO-X, Purity, Field Controls Trio). All of these products are hard to decipher. I live in a townhouse with a small space for the HVAC system. I have 2 small Winex air purifier floor units (from Costco) that I use but I've learned that isn't enough to remove harmful mycobacteria and mold spewing into the air from the HVAC air ducts and the AC coil where moisture builds up.
If you have knowledge and experience about these systems, I'd appreciate your thoughts!
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Aprilaire’s whole house air cleaners are touted as highly effective. It uses ozone in some fashion that’s supposed to be safe. Does anyone know anything about this? Thanks
There are so many kinds of air purification systems, and so many different reasons for using them, that it is nearly impossible to choose!
The EPA publishes a large amount of guidance on the various types, their effectiveness and precautions. You can begin reading here: https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/air-cleaners-and-air-filters-home
There is more information here: https://www.epa.gov/sites/default/files/2019-09/documents/harriman_stephens_brennan_-_new_guidance_for_residential_air_cleaners_-_ashrae_journal_sept-2019._web_version.pdf
We actually run HEPA air cleaners independent of our furnace/AC system. Otherwise, the whole-house fan must be running all the time, or the air cleaner is doing no good.
If you are seriously thinking of an ozone-producing unit, keep in mind that even small amounts of ozone can increase symptoms of asthma, COPD and other lung disorders. I am not sure what Aprilaire means about safely using ozone.
Sue
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1 ReactionWe had a whole house purifier installed several years ago because of allergy issues. The one we have is: Air Scrubber by Aerus without the ozone.
I am constantly fatigued, headaches drainage and I get allergy shots. My endocrinologist, Internist & other doctors cannot find any reason for these symptoms. My husband also has a cough sometimes worse than other times. My house is covered in dust all of the time which I was told that Air Scrubber would do this. I am allergic to dust.
I have wondered for quite awhile if the whole house purifier is causing all of it? I have read several places that it can.
Does anyone have any information or input regarding this?
I am going to finally have it turned off and see if we both improve.
Thanks
How have you been maintaining your system? Are there filters that need to be changed and how often? Have you had someone service it to be sure it is operating correctly? Finally, do you keep your windows closed to minimize allergens in the house?
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3 ReactionsRemo can produce ozone which is bad for anyone with pulmonary issues
You sound just like me when I have my whole house purifier turned on. The ozone gets me.