Factors to Consider When Buying an Air Purification Unit
Square Footage: Do want a unit that can cover your entire home
or one that can cover one room. The price of an air purification
unit is related to quality and the square footage that it can
cover. National advertised units seem like a good deal because
the price is $100 - $300 however you must be aware of the square
footage they cover. Most units in that price range can only
purify the air in a small room or small apartment, normally
about 300 -500 square feet. Individual units in the $500 - $1000
range will normally purify the air in a home of 1000 to 3000
square feet. If you have a large home or a newer home you may
consider a unit that attaches directly to your heating and
cooling unit.
The cost of use: When purchasing an air purification unit be
aware of the cost of ongoing maintenance of the unit. Does the
unit require filters? Some units need a new filter every 60 - 90
days to run at optimal capacity. Cost of filters range from a
few dollars to more than $50. So be sure to consider this in the
overall cost of purchase. You can definitely find air
purification units that have filters that can be cleaned. In my
opinion this is your best bet.
What kind of air purification do you want: Some units are better
for allergy suffers while other units are better at removing
bacteria or odors? Refer to the chart below for some suggestions
on the unit that may be right for your home.
Removing Allergens: HEPA, Ionizer and Purifying Hydroxyl Radicals
Removing Bacteria: HEPA, Ionizer, Ultra Violet, Carbon Filter,
Ozone Generator, Purifying Hydroxyl Radicals
Removing Odors: Carbon Filter, Ozone Generator
Removing Viruses and Germs: Ionizer, Ultra Violet, Ozone
Generator, Purifying Hydroxyl Radicals
Removing Cigarette Smoke: Ionizer, Carbon Filter, Ozone
Generator, Purifying Hydroxyl Radicals
Warranty: You are making a serious investment in an air
purification unit no matter the size or the quality. Make sure
the company will stand behind your air purification unit with a
money back or replacement guarantee for a significant period of
time.