Indoor Air Quality

Mold

Pollen

Pet Dander

Dust

Bacteria

What Affects your Air Quality?

1. Particulates (Dust, Dirt, Pollen, Pet Dander)

  • Common allergens that irritate the nose, throat, and lungs.

  • Often accumulate in carpets, bedding, and duct systems.

2. Biological Contaminants

  • Mold, mildew, bacteria, viruses, dust mites.

  • Thrive in moisture or poor ventilation.

3. Chemical Pollutants

  • VOCs (volatile organic compounds) from cleaning supplies, paints, furniture, air fresheners, etc.

  • Smoke from tobacco, candles, fireplaces, cooking.

4. Carbon Monoxide (CO) & Carbon Dioxide (CO₂)

  • CO can be deadly at high levels (from furnaces, gas stoves, generators).

  • CO₂ buildup happens in tightly sealed homes with inadequate ventilation.

5. Humidity Levels

  • High humidity → mold growth, dust mites.

  • Low humidity → dry skin, throat irritation, increased spread of viruses.

6. Poor Ventilation

  • Modern homes are tightly sealed, which is good for energy efficiency but can trap pollutants indoors.

Side-by-side comparison of microscopic organisms: on the left, airborne virus particles floating in the air, with a blurred human silhouette in the background; on the right, green arachnid-like creatures with multiple legs on a textured surface.

Why Indoor Air Quality Matters?

Health Benefits

  • Reduces allergies, asthma flare-ups, headaches, and respiratory issues.

  • Supports better sleep and productivity.

  • Lowers risk of long-term health problems from chemical exposure.

Comfort Benefits

  • Less dust, fewer odors, and more consistent humidity.

  • Improved airflow and fresh-feeling rooms.

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Check Out our Options to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality

  • Whole Home Air Purifier

    Whole Home Air Purifier

    The Infinity air purifier is a whole-home solution that can be added to your heating and cooling system. It uses Captures & Kills technology to inactivate 99% of select airborne pathogens trapped by the MERV 15 filter.

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  • Commercial air conditioning unit with a Carrier logo on its circular front panel.

    Performance™ Carbon Air Purifier with UV

    Carbon Air Purifier with UV provides dual treatment technology through a carbon core and UV light to improve indoor air quality.

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  • HVAC air filter unit with a gray metal frame, pleated white filter material, and Carrier branding.

    Comfort™ EZ Flex Cabinet Air Filter

    A convenient and affordable way to help improve your indoor air quality and system performance.

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  • Dehumidifier

    Performance™ Whole-House Dehumidifier

    Removes unwanted indoor humidity to keep you comfortable. Recognized as the Most Efficient of ENERGY STAR® 2024. Remove up to 100 pints of airborne moisture per day for enhanced comfort and healthier home air.

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