| Air purifiers have tremendous benefits for | | | | silence features or very low decibel rating. |
| everyone. Purifiers are phenomenal devices that | | | | 4. Ozone Producing - Some produce ozone which |
| clean your air of dust, odors, germs, smoke, | | | | is very effective in eliminating odors. Ozone |
| mold, pet dander, pollen and many other elements | | | | producing purifiers are very popular in restaurants |
| that we breathe each day. They are great for | | | | to fight kitchen smells, though they aren't good |
| not only allergy suffers but for everyday living | | | | for individuals with asthma or poor breathing |
| because of the benefits in improving the air we all | | | | problems. Research before purchasing if individuals |
| breathe. They are available for as little as $20 to | | | | in your household have respiratory issues and |
| as much as over $1000. There are many factors | | | | possibly consider a non-ozone producing purifier. |
| to consider when purchasing an air purifier that will | | | | 5. Size of Unit - Consider the location you'll be |
| meet your budget and goals. Here are 6 factors | | | | placing the unit and how large the unit is. There |
| to consider when purchasing: | | | | are many small units that cover large areas and |
| | | | large units that take up a lot of space that cover |
| 1. Area Coverage - Consider the total area you're | | | | the same area as a smaller unit. |
| looking to cover and make sure the purifier | | | | 6. Energy Efficiency - Many air purifiers |
| covers the area efficiently. Some air purifiers | | | | manufactured today use very little electricity, the |
| cover only a 100 square foot room, while others | | | | same amount of energy as a light bulb. There are |
| cover over 1000 square feet. | | | | some air purifiers still manufactured that aren't as |
| 2. True Cost - Some units can be hooked up to | | | | energy efficient. Clean air is extremely important |
| your furnace which will require the cost of | | | | for everyone. Indoor air is said to be 4-5 times |
| installation and maintenance. Many require filters | | | | more polluted than the outdoor air we breathe. |
| that need to be replaced consistently which can | | | | Owning a good quality air purifier can be |
| add to the long term cost | | | | extremely beneficial for allergy sufferers, asthmas |
| 3. Noise Level - Consider the area you are looking | | | | sufferers and everyone looking for better air |
| to place the purifier and the noise level of the unit. | | | | quality. These 6 factors can help you make a |
| The fans on some air purifiers can produce a load | | | | good decision when purchasing an air purifier. |
| enough noise to be annoying. Look for units with | | | | |