With the kind of environmental pollution we hear about all the time sometimes is seems like no place is safe – not even our homes any more. The air pollution levels have started to knock at our doorsteps. Many households have decided it is time to do something about the home pollutants because in some cases it is affecting their health or the health of their children. Inhaling all the air borne particles found in homes – the allergens, dust and pet dander – can have an impact on our health.
But there are ways to filter our indoor air. There is an air filter in the air conditioner system that helps make sure the air inside the room is clean by keeping the cooling coil clean. This helps keep the room free from all kinds of pollutants, ozone emissions, airborne particles and pet dander.
Considering how important air conditioning filters are we need to do some research and think about what we really need before choosing one. There are many kinds of air conditioner filters available in shops and online. HEPA filters, pleated filters, electronic air filters, standard and electrostatic air filters are the main ones you’ll find. The air filters that are used most often in air conditioners are the pleated filters, standard filters and the electrostatic filters. These filters may be fixed in vents in the ceilings, walls, in furnaces or in the air conditioner depending on your set up and preferences.
When comparing the filters mentioned above based on functionality, capacity and maintenance the standard would be considered average and the pleated and electrostatic filters would be considered above average with electrostatic being the best of these three
Talking about the very basic – the standard air filter comes with a claim to remove 10% of the air pollutants; it’s best to change them at least once a month. These are made of cardboard frames and spun fiberglass. The cost of these is relatively less than that of other air conditioner filters.
The pleated air filters on the other hand would be priced between a range of $5 – $20 and claim to take care of 35% – 40% unwanted particles in the air. The surface area is greater so they can grab more of those air particles. They should be changed every 2-4 months.
The electrostatic filters are the most expensive, ranging from $20-$100. They use an electric charge to attract the unwanted particles in the air, keeping the air in your room much cleaner. These should be changed annually.
Depending upon your budget, need and your maintenance preference one of the air conditioning filters mentioned above should be chosen if you want to keep the air in your home cleaner with fewer pollutants like ozone emissions, airborne particles and pet dander.
By: Sasha Jenkins
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