LOOKING FOR A CONTRACTOR IN YOUR AREA OR NEED MORE INFORMATION? Email(Required) Comments/Questions:(Required)CAPTCHA When the leaves start to fall and the air cools, a host of allergens can cause an itchy throat, teary and red eyes, sniffles, and sneezing. According to WebMD.com, ragweed is the biggest allergy trigger in the fall. Though it usually starts to release pollen with cool nights and warm days in August, it can last into September and October. About 75% of people allergic to spring plants also have reactions to ragweed common fall Allergens Ragweed and pollenMold and mildewDust mitesPet dander and fur Looking for allergy relief? Designed to work with your home’s HVAC system, an Santa Fe whole-home ventilating dehumidifier brings in fresh, filtered outdoor air. This process dilutes allergens and contaminants, all while dehumidifying the entire home to maintain a set relative humidity (RH) level. With superior MERV-13 filtration, an Santa Fe dehumidifier can remove 90% of the common fall allergens. Additional Benefits of Ventilation An airtight and well-insulated home restricts air infiltration from the outside, which allows pollutants and moisture levels to accumulate inside. According to the US Department of Energy, controlling moisture can make your home more energy-efficient, less costly to heat and cool, and more comfortable. Proper ventilation should also be part of a moisture control strategy.
What is MERV? The term “MERV” (Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value) was created and is used by “ASHRAE” (American Society of Heating Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers). The “MERV 13” gets its rating from undergoing strict tests and passing certain requirements. The MERV 13 requires filters of that name to trap particles ranging in size from up to 10 microns in diameter down to 0.3 microns in diameter (smaller than the thinnest human hair). In other words, this is a highly efficient filter capable of trapping 90% of airborne particles and allergens such as mold spores, dust particulates, pollen spores, pet dander, and bacteria down to 0.3 microns in size.
