Help Reduce Air Pollutants with an Air Filtration System in Columbia

EPA studies determined that pollutant levels indoors tend to be up to five times greater than outside, making an effective air filtration system an important tool when trying to decrease contamination levels. Environmental Systems Associates offers top-of-the-line filtration products ideal for attracting and capturing particulates like:

• Dust, hair and soot
• Pet dander
• Allergens such as pollen
• Mold and mildew spores
• Viruses and bacteria
• Smoke and odor particles
• Volatile Organic Compounds such as chemical cleaners

Regional industries and potential health concerns can help determine which pollutants you’d benefit most from filtering out of your indoor air. As an example, a person with serious allergies would make reducing pollen or animal dander the top priority. Our indoor air quality services in [siteinfo field=”msa”] are tailored to help you understand what particulate matter you’re coping with.

HEPA Filters

Many air filtration systems incorporate what’s known as a High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filter. Remember that many filters are structured similarly and sold as “HEPA-type” filters even though they don’t offer the same level of effectiveness. You should choose “True” or “Absolute” HEPA filters approved by air quality institutions.

With a thick network of extremely small fibers, HEPA filters capture airborne particles as they drift past. A few designs will use extra layers of filtration to prevent the central fiber layer from clogging up with larger materials such as hair and lint. One type, referred to as an activated carbon filter, has highly absorbent carbon pores to grab particles.

A small trade-off with HEPA filters is that the dense fibers can impede airflow, which could force your HVAC system to run longer to sustain your set temperatures. We can offer tailored advice on whether you would benefit from HEPA-level filtration.