HEPA Air Purifiers for Improved Indoor Air Quality

HEPA Air Purifiers are devices designed to improve indoor air quality by removing airborne particles.
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High Efficiency Particulate Air
Prepared by Lee Cheng, reviewed by Dr. Helena Rodriguez

HEPA Air Purifiers FAQ


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Do air purifiers have HEPA filters?

A number of devices use these filters, such as air purifiers, which are designed to remove a host of particles and pollutants from the air in your home. There is no federal certification or regulation for HEPA filters in the United States, but the Environmental Protection Agency offers some advice on how to choose efficient filters.

How does a HEPA purifier work?

HEPA purifiers filter the surrounding air by drawing it in using the built-in fan. This air passes through the various filters present in the machine before being thrown back out into the room. This is a continuous process, so the air is continuously being sucked in, filtered, and pumped out.

What is a HEPA air purifier?

A HEPA air purifier is a simple machine. It has three main parts: an enclosure, a fan, and filter (s). Enclosures are typically made of plastic and have perforations or grills to allow the air into and out of the purifier unit. Different manufacturers use different shapes for enclosures.

Are HEPA air filters certified?

There is no federal certification or regulation for HEPA filters in the United States, but the Environmental Protection Agency offers some advice on how to choose efficient filters. Keep reading to learn some tips for choosing HEPA filters and how to find the best air purifier for your home. What do HEPA air filters do?

What is a HEPA filter & how does it work?

Here’s our process. A high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter is a high-quality device that the Department of Energy (DOE) states must remove 99.97% of particulates from the air. Air purifiers improve the quality of indoor air by removing contaminants. These contaminants may be any airborne particles, such as dust, mold, bacteria, and pollen.

What is a high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter?

A high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter is a pleated device that can remove particles from surrounding air. A number of devices use these filters, such as air purifiers, which are designed to remove a host of particles and pollutants from the air in your home.

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