HEPA Filters
The High Efficiency Particulate Air, or HEPA, filter, was developed to shield scientists from radiation as they worked on an atomic bomb during World War II. Today these filters are often used in hospitals, science labs and even homes.
HEPA filters are rated to remove 99.97 to 99.99% of particles measuring 0.3 microns and larger. This includes pollen, dirt and dust. A HEPA air cleaner with activated carbon filters can capture chemicals, odors and smoke.
These filters have a MERV rating of 1721, depending on the kind. This rating shows how well a filter can remove pollutants from the air.
Because of their high-efficiency filtration capabilities, HEPA filters are thick and can limit airflow. It’s important to check with Coastal Service Experts to verify your heating and cooling system can handle one.
Media Filters
Media air cleaners are much thicker than common air filters. They’re often four to five times wider—or more. This barrier mounts closely against your HVAC unit.
Because its operational surface is usually around 10 inches, media filters are able to capture about 95 percent of particulates.
These filters work longer too, commonly between three to six months.
Electrostatic Filters
There are several different types of electronic filtering systems you can install in your home.
An electrostatic filter uses magnetically charged material to capture. These washable filters are 97 percent effective at extracting tiny particles from your home’s air. Plus, they’re also 30 times more effective than regular filters.
An electronic air cleaner uses a high-voltage magnetic charge to catch particles.
Some can remove the majority of indoor air pollutants—particles, germs, bacteria, chemical odors and vapors—by up to 99.9 percent. And reduce ozone, a known lung irritant, made elsewhere in your home.