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In-home Air Quality

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the average American spends 93% of their life indoors. Therefore, we spend a significant volume of time in our homes, and long-term exposure to poor indoor air quality can negatively impact our general health. Luckily this is one of the few environments we can control; simple steps can be taken to improve the quality and ensure that no harmful substances are in your immediate environment.

By using a few simple pieces of equipment; Air quality monitors and air purifiers, you can vastly improve the indoor air quality inside your home.   

What to look for in an air-quality monitor?

There are a few metrics used in the assessment of air quality. Carbon Monoxide, VOCs (volatile chemicals), PM (particle matter) are a few essential measurements to monitor.

What to look for in an air purifier?

The price of air purifiers can vary greatly. The cost of entry is very affordable, at around $150 for a good starter machine. There will always be an upkeep cost for devices needing to replace filters. This, too, can be done at a reasonably low price, $40-50 for replacement filters. Changing filters once a month is ideal but changing them every 2-3 months would suffice.

What is the cost?

Air quality monitors and air purification systems can range from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand dollars. The basics can be covered for a reasonably affordable price ($300 total = $150 air purifier + $150 air quality monitor). Many companies have products in this space; competition is close, which keeps the costs a little more affordable.