What kind of air filter should I use in my homes furnace to help protect my family from COVID-19?
Minimum Efficiency Reporting Values or the MERV rating, quantifies a filter's ability to capture particles. Filters with MERV-13 or higher ratings can trap smaller particles, including viruses.
Upgrading to a MERV-13 rated filter, or the highest-rated filter that your HVAC system can accommodate, could improve the system’s effectiveness in removing viruses from circulated air.
Using an upgraded HVAC filter is not enough to protect you from COVID-19. When used along with other best practices recommended by the CDC an upgraded HVAC filter can be part of a plan to protect yourself and your family. Our MERV 13 filter elevates the performance of your HVAC system by efficiently filtering out harmful household particulates, all while minimizing system back-pressure and maintaining proper air flow.