The air inside our homes is generally more polluted and more hazardous to our health than the air we breath outside our homes. 

This is quite disturbing considering that studies have estimated that most people spend as much as 90% of their time indoors. The reason our indoor air is so polluted is simply because homes and offices today are built much 'tighter', which means less fresh air enters and the concentration of pollutants in the air inside rises dramatically. 

The EPA, Environmental Protection Agency, estimates that indoor air pollution is several times greater than outdoor air pollution. In addition to the number of naturally occurring pollutants, the number of man made contaminants continues to rise. 

New materials of construction, such as fabrics, paints, cleaners, etc., steadily release potential irritants into the air inside your home. Lifestyles also affect indoor air quality. Smoking, cooking, house cleaning, personal grooming and pets all contribute to the mix of contaminants in your air. 

Invisible to the naked eye, billions of tiny particles of dust, smoke, pollen, animal dander and microscopic dust mites can literally cover your carpet, drapes, furniture - even the clothes you wear. Left alone, your home can quickly turn into a breeding ground for bacteria that can cause or inflame a wide variety of respiratory ailments. Your home can also harbor noxious fumes and gases. Foul odors not only disrupt comfort but can also lead to headaches, dizziness and nausea. 

Millions of unwanted airborne particles are being inhaled by you and your family each day.

Pollen, dust, bacteria, tobacco smoke, animal hair and dander can be particularly troublesome to the over 40 million North Americans who suffer from allergies. The response to indoor pollutants can range from mild congestion and sneezing to severe allergic reactions.

In addition to health risks posed by chemical irritants, smoke and cooking grease drawn into your ventilation system can build up on the inside of ducts and other surfaces, reducing the efficiency of your furnace and air conditioner.

Unfortunately, the standard, disposable furnace filter capture only about 5% of the dust and other pollutants circulating in your home. In fact, less than 3% of particles smaller than 0.5 microns are captured. Disposable furnace filters are also completely ineffective against noxious fumes and odors. The primary function of the standard furnace filter is to intercept large particles that could potentially damage the blower in your furnace. 
Media type high efficiency air cleaners incorporate a filtering media made from microscopic fibers woven into an intricate web that traps and holds particles as tiny as 0.01 microns. Removing such unwanted particles, like pollen and dust from conditioned air improves system operation and increases your comfort. Adding an air cleaner to your central air conditioning and heating system can make an exceptional difference in the indoor air quality of your home.