Air Purification Services to Keep Your Air Clean
Indoor Air Quality Solutions by B.R.’s Plumbing and Heating
In recent years, the issue of indoor air quality has become increasingly prominent. With more individuals experiencing seasonal allergies and heightened awareness due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the demand for air filtration systems has surged across various establishments, including doctors’ offices, dental clinics, and government facilities.
Statistics reveal a concerning rise in indoor air pollutants, with the average home containing approximately 5,000 different chemicals that emit odors and pollutants. Twenty years ago, sleep apnea was relatively unknown, but today, it’s a household concern. The quality of our indoor air not only impacts our sleep but also our overall well-being, especially for children who require cleaner air for optimal health.
At B.R.’s Plumbing and Heating, we understand the importance of maintaining healthy indoor air quality for you and your loved ones. That’s why we offer cutting-edge solutions to address air quality concerns and create a safer, more comfortable environment in your home.
Why Choose B.R.’s for Air Treatment?
In today’s energy-efficient homes and buildings, tight seals are essential for conserving energy. However, these seals can also trap indoor pollutants, leading to poor air quality. Biological and chemical contaminants, such as allergens, viruses, bacteria, mold, chemicals, VOCs, and odors, can accumulate indoors, posing health risks to occupants.
Our partnership with Nuvox allows us to harness the power of UV rays to combat indoor air pollutants effectively. Nuvox’s UV air purification systems utilize UVC and UV wavelengths to deactivate and destroy contaminants in the air. By replicating the sun’s natural cleansing process indoors, these systems provide continuous whole-home air treatment, ensuring a healthier indoor environment for you and your family.
UV air purification is a proven way to enhance indoor air quality by eradicating harmful microorganisms and decreasing airborne pollutants. Leading brands such as Lennox PureAir feature sophisticated UV light systems integrated into air conditioning units. These systems sterilize air as it cycles through, effectively targeting and neutralizing bacteria, viruses, and mold spores, promoting cleaner air throughout your home.
Beyond Filters: UV Air Purification
While traditional filters can capture larger particles, finer airborne contaminants often evade capture. In such cases, UV air purifiers like Nuvox offer the ideal solution. These systems effectively neutralize harmful contaminants, including allergens, viruses, bacteria, mold, chemicals, VOCs, and odors, improving indoor air quality and promoting a safer, more comfortable living environment.
Use this air quality tool to test your local outdoor air quality.
Take Control of Your Indoor Air Quality Today
In response to rising wildfire incidents, Health Canada recommends indoor air filtration systems with a minimum efficiency reporting value (MERV) of 13 or higher, known as MERV-13, for enhanced protection.
Don’t compromise on the air you breathe. Trust B.R.’s Plumbing and Heating to provide innovative solutions for indoor air quality. Contact us today to learn more about our air treatment services and take the first step toward creating a healthier home environment.
What Is a Humidifier Pad?
Humidifiers play a crucial role in maintaining a comfortable and healthy indoor environment, especially during the dry winter months. One of the most important components of a humidifier is the humidifier pad—also known as a water panel, evaporator pad, or filter. At B.R.’s Plumbing and Heating, we understand the importance of keeping your humidifier in top condition, and that starts with regularly replacing your humidifier pad.
A humidifier pad is a key element in your home’s humidification system. It’s typically made of a metal mesh or synthetic material that absorbs water as it passes through the system. When air from your furnace or HVAC system blows over the water-saturated pad, it picks up moisture, which is then distributed throughout your home. This process helps maintain optimal humidity levels, preventing the air from becoming too dry.
Prevention of Mold and Bacteria
Regularly replacing the humidifier pad helps prevent the growth of mold and bacteria, which can be circulated through your home’s air if the pad is not properly maintained. Over time, humidifier pads can become clogged with mineral deposits, mold, and other debris, which can reduce their effectiveness. Regular replacement of the humidifier pad ensures that your system can continue to efficiently add moisture to the air.
Signs You Need a New Humidifier Pad
- Decreased Humidity: If your home feels drier than usual, it could be a sign that your humidifier pad is clogged or worn out.
- Foul Odors: A musty or moldy smell coming from your vents may indicate that the humidifier pad has become contaminated with mold or bacteria.
- Visible Wear: If you inspect the pad and notice it’s brittle, covered in scale, or has any signs of mold growth, it’s time to replace it.
Choosing the Right Humidifier Pad
When replacing your humidifier pad, it’s important to choose one that is compatible with your specific humidifier model. At B.R.’s Plumbing and Heating, we carry a wide range of high-quality humidifier pads designed to fit various makes and models. Our expert team can help you select the right pad for your system and provide tips on maintaining your humidifier to ensure optimal performance.
Professional Humidifier Maintenance
In addition to offering replacement humidifier pads, we also provide comprehensive humidifier maintenance services. Our technicians can inspect your entire humidification system, replace the pad, and ensure everything is working efficiently. Regular maintenance not only improves the air quality in your home but also helps you avoid unexpected repairs and extend the life of your humidifier.
Contact Us for Humidifier Pad Replacement
Ensure your home’s air remains comfortable and healthy all year round by keeping your humidifier pad in top condition. Contact B.R.’s Plumbing and Heating today to schedule a humidifier maintenance service or to find the right humidifier pad for your system. Our team is here to help you with all your humidification needs!
Why do you need an air treatment system?
We seal our homes and buildings tightly to save energy when heating or cooling. A major downside to this is being unable to bring enough fresh air inside to lower the concentration of biological and chemical contaminants within our homes.
As a result of implementing these important energy and money saving measures, airborne particles (allergens, viruses, bacteria, mold, chemicals, VOCs, fumes and odors) are constantly rising. According to the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), “indoor levels of pollutants inside the home may be up to 100 times higher than outdoor levels” and these pollutants continually circulate throughout the home’s ventilation system.
A filter is not an air purifier
Many of us use filters in our home’s ventilation system to remove harmful particles from the air. Although a filter will help clean the air inside your home, airborne biological and chemical contaminants are so fine that they will pass through even the most efficient filters, such as sand in a tennis racket. In these cases, a UV air purifier becomes the only solution.
The sun and UV rays
The sun projects uv rays (ultraviolet) with specific wavelengths that destroy and deactivate contaminants that are in the atmosphere. Just like the UVC and UW rays of the sun, Sanuvox’s UV air purification systems produce the same wavelengths, bringing the same natural process inside homes and buildings. Sanuvox systems, installed in-side a ventilation duct, continually destroy contaminants as they travel through our homes, becoming a true whole-home air treatment system.
