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Tips for Finding the Best Air Filters to Fight Allergies

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Which Air Filters Are Best?

Panic over viruses and bacteria in the air is sweeping the globe and causing panic among a lot of the population. It just so happens that this is also the time of year for seasonal allergies to start kicking in, so you may be sneezing or coughing in public, but it has nothing to do with the virus. Nonetheless, people are scared to cough or sneeze in public because of the connotation behind it.

There is a way to help fight against seasonal allergies though, and that is with proper air filtration in your home. When you buy an air filter that works great at fighting allergies, you can feel safer when you have to go to the grocery store, knowing you can complete the trip without a single sneeze. Continue reading to learn about the three best air filters for allergies.

How HEPA Filters Work

Each HEPA air filter is designed based on the different sized particles that need to be removed from the room or home along with the airflow rate that is required. The finer the pores are in the HEPA filter, the finer the air particles are removed. These filters are the most popular filter for removing fine particles in the air. Mainly because there are 6 different types of HEPA filters to ensure you are getting the right one for your needs.

hepa filtersSome of the top HEPA filter brands include:
  • Blueair
  • Rabbit Air
  • Airfree
  • IQAir
  • Airpura
  • AllerAir

Why Charcoal Filters Are Good for Allergies

Inside each charcoal or carbon filter is a bed of activated charcoal. This activated charcoal removes volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from the air by simply trapping the impurities on a bed of charcoal.

charcoal filters

This type of air filter is particularly good for removing allergens in the air because they not only trap hair, pollen, and other debris, but they rid the air of harsh gases. That said, because they remove gases from the air as well, they do not work as effectively at removing dirt and debris from the air as HEPA filters do.

HEPA Eco Mode for the Environment

eco friendlyHEPA filters are one of the best air filters on the market. These filters work hard to get even the finest particles and impurities out of the air. This type of filter is also great because it features an eco mode.

Eco mode helps to conserve energy, thus helping the environment. When you choose to buy a HEPA filter, you can feel good about your purchase for this reason as well as the fact that it will work to keep you allergy-free all season.

This may be a time of great uncertainty and stress, but with a proper allergy air filter, you can go to the grocery store with one less worry. Keep your home free of allergens and keep you free from coughing this season.

Atlantic Heating & Air Conditioning Knows Air Filters

When you are unsure of what air filter to buy, you can trust that the professionals at Atlantic Heating & Air Conditioning will give you the information you are looking for. They work hard to keep the residents of Boston free from allergies and breathing high-quality air at all times.

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Finding The Best Thermostat Temperature Setting For Every season

Programmable thermostat illustrating potential energy savings and reduced heating and cooling costs.

HVAC Pros Share Their Thermostat Secrets for All Seasons

The thermostat in your home is essentially the remote control that lets you customize your cooling and heating settings. In the summer, you can easily feel like you’re out on a winter morning enjoying the crisp air. In the winter, you can create beach-like weather at the touch of a button. While thermostats give you all the customization you want, they still need to be handled properly in order to limit any strain on your HVAC system and prevent skyrocketing utility costs.

This article will discuss the ideal thermostat settings for every season, giving you the best performance without sacrifice comfort.

Handling Cold Months

cold monthsMost people like to hike their thermostats up to large numbers to warm up from the frigid temperatures occurring outside. That may help to make them feel comfortable right away, but the high cost of their heating bill will make them feel cold once again.

As late Fall and early Winter months hit, it becomes very noticeable how chilly the house can become as a result of outdoor temperatures. The ideal temperature when people are home during these cold months should be between 68-70 degrees Fahrenheit.

When people are asleep or away from the house, the temperature should be lowered to 10-15 degrees below your at high home temperature. If this is done for at least eight hours a day, people will notice a reduction in their heating bills of 5-15%. Each degree lowered can save 3% more on heating costs.

Layering up with some heavy blankets and warm pajamas can also help handle some of the cold temperatures inside of the home.

Staying Cool in the Summer

During the spring season and summer months, people try to hang out indoors as much as possible to avoid the hot temperatures that exist outside. The ideal temperature that your thermostat should reach is 78 degrees Fahrenheit. Having a programmable thermostat can help cool off the house before someone arrives at the home.

warm months

A common strategy that people try to implement is to lower the temperature of their thermostat when the air conditioning is turned on. This strategy is not a wise one because lowering the temperature too much can create an unnecessary expense. Decide on the ideal home temperature and keep the thermostat there.

Raise the Temperature for An Empty House

empty houseFor many people, the house remains empty through most of the daylight hours. This is when ensuring your thermostat is set to the right temperature is vital. There are so many households that are wasting energy when no one is home to enjoy it.

One concern that many people have is what to do with their pets in terms of the right temperature. A temperature range of 64 to 78 degrees Fahrenheit is suggested to keep your pets healthy while you are not there. Pets have natural coping mechanisms to adjust to temperature changes. During the summer, homeowners should either raise their thermostats or shut it off entirely when no one is at home.

Why waste energy cooling an empty house? During the colder months, the temperature should be lowered 10-15 degrees Fahrenheit when no one is going to be home. It won’t take too long to get the house warmed up when you arrive home. It is suggested that people purchase a programmable thermostat to make sure temperatures are set for certain hours of the day.

About Atlantic Heating & Air Conditioning 

With a tradition of quality service and loyal customers, Boston residents should look no further than Atlantic Heating & Air Conditioning. They strive for high-level craftsmanship, design, and quality customer service. They always look to install the heating system (or cooling) that is the most cost-efficient and beneficial to their customers.

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