8 Reasons You Should Get an Air Purifier for Your Home

Poor indoor air quality can affect your health. Fight back against airborne pollutants with an air purifier.

Did you know that Americans spend, on average, about 90% of their time indoors? On top of that, the Environmental Protection Agency has found that indoor spaces could contain air that is two to five times more polluted than outdoor air.

If any of the following situations apply to you, it's probably a good idea to use an air purifier to make your home air cleaner and healthier.

1. You live in an apartment

If you experience unpleasant smells that seem to travel from other parts of the building, placing an air purifier near vents or doors that connect to shared spaces can eliminate the odors before they reach your nose.

2. You suffer from allergies or other respiratory problems

Airborne particles like dust, pollen and dander, as well as chemicals from cleaning products can make breathing harder for those in your home. Air purifiers can trap these allergens and irritants, preventing potentially serious attacks.

3. You have mold or mildew issues

If you've experienced water damage or live in a wet climate, mold and mildew could be growing in your home. If the issue is reoccurring, consider using an air purifier to clean mold spores out of the air and avoid health hazards.

4. You own a fireplace or wood stove

It's not always easy to keep smoke particles out of the indoor air, even if you use the chimney damper properly. Trap the combustion particles that could irritate your eyes and respiratory system with an air purifier.

5. You have pets

Pets and children are very susceptible to the effects of poor air quality. Air purifiers not only remove pet hair, dander and odor from the air, but they can also clean the air your pets and family breathe.

6. You live near a high traffic area

Heavy traffic and emissions can create fine particles of polluted air that enter your home. Use an air purifier to avoid unnecessary exposure, which could increase your risk of developing heart and lung problems.

7. You have a brand new home

Recently constructed buildings come with new carpeting, wood products, paint, glue and more that may release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) through a process known as off-gassing. Arm yourself with a powerful tool to clear the air of those strong fumes to make your space cleaner and healthier.

8. You're in the middle of home renovations

Just like newly constructed homes, improvement projects can create an unhealthy living atmosphere. Use an air purifier to reduce paint fumes and construction material dust while you're remodeling.

Check out ENERGY STAR^®-certified room air purifiers, which are 40% more energy-efficient than standard models. That added efficiency can lead to $30 in yearly savings and up to $235 extra dollars in your pocket over the appliance's lifetime.