How to Buy A Cheap Air Purifier

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Clean the air at home with an air purifier.

Air purifiers clean the air in your home, making it a safer place to be. The electronic systems remove toxins and pollutants in the air around you. Expensive, high-end models cost between $300 and $500. Cheap air purifiers can run as little as $50. Like the case with anything you buy, in many instances, you get what you pay for. That's why it's essential to compare the features and weigh them against the cost. Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions

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      Calculate the needed size for the air purifier. If the room is 15-by-15 feet, the total that needs to be cleaned is 225 square feet. Check the specifications on the unit to make sure it will clean the space. Cheap air purifiers tend to clean smaller spaces than more expensive units.

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      Opt for a unit with a HEPA filter. The High Efficiency Particulate Arresting filter traps and removes 90 percent of the particles in the air. It removes dust, pollen, pet dander and other allergens and is considered the most efficient option on the market. However, this feature tends to increase the cost of the purifier.

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      Examine the outer shell of the purifier. Choose a metal one instead of plastic because plastic can release fumes in the air when the unit warms up. Although metal can cost more, it will reduce the pollutants that are released in the air.

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      Consider the savings over time. A cheap air purifier may need new filters more often than a slightly more expensive one. In the long run, that cheap unit will cost you more. Look into the type of filter and other maintenance required before making a purchase.

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      Check the warranty. Many cheap units only come with a 30-day warranty. Higher quality air purifiers have warranties that last as long as five years. If you calculate the cost per day, the devices that cost you more up front will cost you less if something were to go wrong. Consider buying an extended warranty for additional protection.

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      Compare similar units side by side to see which is a better deal. Shopping online is often the easiest way to accomplish this because you can see all the specifications.

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