About Your Air Conditioning Unit
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has reported that the air pollution
indoor is one of the top five environmental risks to our health, with some
indoor air pollutants exceeding more than 100 times that of outdoor air
pollutants. These indoor air pollutants can include dust mites, bacteria, and
pollen, which can come from nearly anything in the home from pets, carpets,
drapes, upholstery, and even clean supplies used in the home as well as other
materials such as dust, molds, paint, furnaces. However, central air
purification systems can greatly reduce the amount of these pollutants from the
indoor air, producing cleaner air. Having cleaner air to breath will also help
reduce potential allergens that contribute to respiratory ailments.
Central air purification, ventilation, and dehumidification systems have the
ability to provide fresher indoor air to the home without the need of an HVAC
(heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) system. Central air purification,
ventilation, and dehumidification systems can improve the indoor air even during
the months of the year when heating and cooling are not needed. By having the
ability to control the amount of humidity with in the home year round, you will
also have the ability to greatly reduce the chance the potential for the growth
of mold and mildew within the home.
When considering installation of a central air purification, ventilation, and
dehumidification system, it is better to install these units in new construction
and by a qualified HVAC contractor. However, these systems can also be
retrofitted into existing homes. It is more economical to retrofit central air
purification, ventilation, and dehumidification units in homes, which already
have forced air conditioning units. This is because the existing ductwork can be
used for the central air purification, ventilation, and dehumidification system.
The average cost of retrofitting a system will begin at approximately $2,000.
However, the cost will vary between units due to the different features selected
and the cost of installation.
Most manufacturers offer a full one-year limited warranty and a 5-year limited
warranty on such parts of the unit as the condenser, evaporator, and compressor.
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