{"id":22310,"date":"2020-12-14T11:51:22","date_gmt":"2020-12-14T16:51:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.filtersfast.com\/blog\/?p=22310"},"modified":"2021-05-04T14:26:38","modified_gmt":"2021-05-04T18:26:38","slug":"how-to-keep-your-home-safe-in-the-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.filtersfast.com\/blog\/how-to-keep-your-home-safe-in-the-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Keep Your Home Safe in the Winter"},"content":{"rendered":"

In a recent survey we conducted, we learned that more people have thought \u201ca lot\u201d about indoor air quality over the past 6 months. Can you relate? There\u2019s no doubt that the coronavirus pandemic has changed the way we live, think, and even act.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re focused on creating a healthy environment in your home, we\u2019re here to help! Let us help equip you with the products and the tools you need to live a healthier life.<\/p>\n

Did you know? Your indoor air can be up to 10x more polluted than outdoor air quality!<\/h2>\n

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It\u2019s so important that you invest in a high-quality pleated air filter<\/a> that will capture the contaminants in your air and change them regularly.<\/p>\n

Little known fact: Most residential HVAC systems are not equipped to handle higher MERV rated filters.<\/p>\n

Want to learn more about MERV ratings<\/a>? Read this blog post<\/a>.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s the difference between MERV 13 and MERV 16?<\/h2>\n

One thing you should know about MERV ratings: the higher the MERV, the more particulates they capture. Therefore, it\u2019s important to select a MERV rating that meets your needs and is compatible with your system.<\/p>\n

MERV 8, MERV 11, and MERV 13 are recommended for residential application. If you own an Aprilaire Whole-Home Air System<\/a>, you can now have access to virus capturing Aprilaire MERV 16 Asthma and Allergy filter<\/a>.<\/p>\n