Air conditioning systems are NOT filtration systems – they are designed to move a specified amount of cooled air.
Attempting to use your air conditioner as a filtration system by installing very restrictive air filters reduces the air flow and damages the system. At Alien Air Conditioning & Heating, we sell air filters and also install air filtration systems. Some companies sell you expensive, thick filters that promise “less microns”, but they actually restrict the airflow and choke your entire unit. The optimal filter provides maximum airflow through heavy duty spun glass, easing equipment strain and providing peak energy efficiency. Buying the proper filters will help prevent putting off changing the AC filters, as we recommend changing the air filter each time you receive your power bill.
HVAC Filters – Remember to Change Them on a Regular Basis!
Clogged air filters do more than leave your house dusty and dirty. They also block the heart of a healthy AC system, its airflow, which shortens the lifespan of the entire unit. Changing your air filter each month is the easiest, most cost-effective maintenance you can perform. The benefit is better air quality and a properly functioning unit.
If you are looking for a filtration system, look no further than the Trane CleanEffects™ system. The revolutionary Trane CleanEffects™ air filtrationsystem has the lowest pressure drop with the highest efficiency possible. Our unique patented technology is designed to let air flow freely through the most advanced filtration system available. It’s the world’s most effective whole-house air filtration system, removing up to 99.98% of airborne allergens, including bacteria and viruses down to .1 micron.
ERV Systems
Similar to buying fresh bottled water, ERV (Energy Recovery Ventilator) systems provide fresh clean air. An HVAC system that utilizes energy recovery can be more energy efficient, improve humidity control and provide fresh, clean indoor air. As homes become tighter with fewer air leaks, they become more efficient but often create poor indoor air quality. An ERV system allows you to ventilate your home and provide clean air without wasting energy. It can often improve the efficiency of your HVAC system by bringing in cooler air when the temperatures are appropriate outdoors, but do so without bringing in dust and pollen.
