Should you use an air cleaner?

Many factors need to be considered in determining whether use of an air cleaner is appropriate in a particular setting. Therefore, the decision whether or not to use an air cleaner is left to the individual. EPA has not taken a position either for or against the use of these devices in the home.

Additional IAQ Resources

• The Inside Story: A Guide to Indoor Air Quality EPA 402-K-93-007, April 1995
• Indoor Air Pollution: An Introduction for Health Professionals EPA 402-R-94-007, 1994
• Residential Air Cleaning Devices: A Summary of Available Information EPA 400/1-90-002, February 1990
• Residential Air Cleaners - Indoor Air Facts No. 7 EPA 20A-4001, February 1990
• Ozone Generators That are Sold as Air Cleaners (only available via the web site)

• What is a MERV Rating?
• Is there a minimum ventilation rate in a room that minimizes adverse health effects?
• What are ionizers and other ozone generating air cleaners?