Spring can be a tough season for those with allergies. Interacting with pollen and outdoor contaminants is bad enough; you don’t want to experience additional symptoms in your own home. If you experience allergy symptoms inside, you should check and change your HVAC filters once a month, or upgrade to a better filter system if yours isn’t working effectively. However, air purifiers can also be helpful. Here are some of the reasons why you should talk to your HVAC contractor about having one installed.

How Air Purifiers Help With Indoor Allergies

What Is an Air Purifier?

An air purifier is a device that takes in air from your home, pushes it through a filter, and then releases it back into your house. It’s similar to the filtration system in your heating and air conditioning system, but it catches additional particles the HVAC system misses to clean your air more effectively.

How Air Purifiers Relieve Allergy Symptoms

Some of the main culprits behind indoor allergies include pet dander, dust mites, and mold spores. Additionally, pollen and outdoor irritants can make their way into your home through open doors and windows. The HEPA filters used in high-quality air purifiers have a mesh that is fine enough to catch all of these materials. When the air is released back into your home, it won’t contain the items that cause symptoms. However, it’s worth noting that certain irritants—like cigarette smoke and artificial fragrances from cleaning or beauty products—are small enough to get through these filters. Air purifiers should be used as just one part of an indoor air quality plan, and you should minimize harsh chemicals and smoke in your home as much as possible.

If you’re interested in reaping the benefits of an air purifier, contact Arc Electric & Air Conditioning & Heating. Based in Wilder, KY, the HVAC contractor serves customers throughout Northern Kentucky and the greater Cincinnati area. The family-owned and -operated business has more than 50 years of experience providing expert electric and HVAC repair for residential, commercial, and industrial clients. The electrician and HVAC contractor even offers 24-hour service for emergencies. Check out the company’s coupons online, and call (859) 441-7161 to speak with an HVAC contractor.