The Problem: The Air We Breathe Most The quality of the air we breathe is very important. Air has a direct pathway in to our bodies and a direct effect on our health and well being. Poor air-quality is linked to a variety of problems, including irritated eyes, nose and throat, headaches, fatigue, allergies, asthma, respiratory problems, the spread of disease, and even cancer. Unfortunately, the air that we breathe the most- the air in our homes and offices- is usually the most polluted. In fact, the Environmental Protection Agency says that indoor air is, on average, seven times more polluted than outdoor air-even in our cities. Pollutants are generated both from inside and outside your home. According to the EPA: " There are many sources of indoor air pollution in any home. These include combustion sources such as oil, gas, kerosene, coal, wood, and tobacco products; building materials and furnishings as diverse as deteriorated asbestos-containing insulation, wet or damp carpet, and cabinetry or furniture made of certain pressed wood products; products for household cleaning and maintenance, personal care, or hobbies; central heating and cooling systems and humidification devices; and outdoor sources such as [pollen, mold, auto exhaust'] radon, pesticides, and outdoor air pollution." All of this- generally upwards of 20 million particles per cubic foot of air-is then recirculated throughout your home by your heating and cooling system, which is designed to heat and cool air- not clean it. The standard disposable filters supplied are there to protect the equipment and have virtually no effect on pollutants. Today's tighter, more energy efficient homes can make the problem even worse. That's the bad news. The good news is that there is now a technology that will effectively and economically clean the air in your home. Back To Top