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Whole-House Air Purifier Systems
Lung Health | Last Active: Oct 24 7:00am | Replies (26)Comment receiving replies
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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We 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