Air Purifiers And Their Usefullnes In The Home

skyAir purifiers can be an asset to your home in many ways. Whether you have allergies or perhaps you want to rid the air of an offensive smell then you may want to invest in one that will help your situation. With the probelms that we can experiance because of wild fire smoke can also be a reaason to invest in a quality air purifier.
 
The filter used in an air purifier can be made of paper, fiber, fiberglass, or a mesh and is most effective when changed on a regimented schedule or when the purifier indicates. Because of the amount of filter changes this can be an additional cost to you as you operate your air purifier. The purifier works best if it is constantly running and so you can expect to spend $50 - $100 or more annually for replacement filters. Some filters are reusable but they need meticulous maintenance and because of this the effectiveness can diminish. UV (ultraviolet light) filters claim to destroy biological like mold and bacteria but they often require high wattage and some bacterias are known to be UV light resistant. Some purifiers use ionizers like static to attract the particles and then it removes it from the air. If you do go with the ionizer you need to make sure that the purifier does not produce ozone because that can be an irritant.
 
Air purifiers are often rated as being effective in removing certain particles like dust, smoke and pollen but are not often rated to be used in removing gaseous pollutants like VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) or radon often associated with paints and adhesives. So when you research an air purifier you need to know what the main purpose of the unit is to be. Often you will see ratings on the devices of their effectiveness but you need to take these ratings with a grain of salt since most of the testing that these machines go through are in controlled situations with often optimal conditions. In turn that will also dictate how well they will work in the situation that you use them in.
 
It should also be stated that an air purifier is not a cure all when it comes to allergens in your home. There is very little medical evidence that air purifiers have a direct link to alleviate symptoms or have a direct impact on your health. Saying this does not mean that by using an air purifier is a total waste. The previously mentioned HEPA filter is useful at removing particles that are known irritants to allergy and asthma sufferers so in most cases every little bit can help.
 
The decision to purchase an air purifier to help with your air quality is a choice that you should make with the most information possible. Do your research and make sure that you are purchasing a unit that is adequate for the space you need it for, uses the HEPA filters, has adequate CADR (clean-air delivery rate) rating of at least 300-350, and has the approval of entities like Consumer Reports and the like. The internet is a wealth of information but you can also talk to your friends and family and see if they have any suggestions or negative interactions with certain makes and models.