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General Filters
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About General Filters
Founded in 1936, General Filters, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of premium whole-house, residential fuel oil
filters, humidifiers, dehumidifiers, air cleaners, heat / energy ventilators and air purifiers; a complete line of
dependable, high quality IAQ and heating solutions for today’s energy-efficient homes. GeneralAire® indoor
air quality products allow you to Breathe Healthier in the comfort of your own home. Located in Novi, MI
GeneralAire® products (under the brand names General, GeneralAire®, Unifilter®, and Gar-Ber) are made
in the USA!
How Can Indoor Air Quality Products Help?
Air Cleaners
Quality air cleaners are very effective in removing airborne particulates; particulates that can trigger allergy
and asthma symptoms and cause long-term adverse health effects. Air cleaner filters are MERV rated
(Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value) with ratings from 1 to 16. The higher the MERV rating, the more
effective the filter is at removing smaller and more harmful particulates from the air. Some air filters include
carbon-based materials, which act to remove odors from the air inside your home.
Humidifiers
Dry air can have adverse effects not only on your health but your home and its contents. Dry air causes
cracks in wood floors, furniture, trim and musical instruments. Dry air can cause static electricity that can
damage expensive electronics. Dry air can increase heating bills by causing gaps in doors and windows
that allow cold air inside. Dry sinuses can leave you susceptible to colds and flu. Allergy and asthma
triggers may increase. Humidifiers help you control the moisture levels in your home so that you and your
family feel better while also protecting your home.
Dehumidifiers
Like air that is too dry, air that's too moist can also be detrimental. Too much moisture can increase
incidents of mold, mildew and bacteria, also increasing allergy and asthma triggers. High humidity attracts
pests drawn to moisture. Whether you live in a humid climate or it’s simply that time of year, a dehumidifier
reduces excess moisture for greater comfort and healthier indoor air quality.
UV Air Purifiers
Air filtration is no longer the only tool for cleaning indoor air. UV Air Purifiers have become an effective
method of killing germs, bacteria, flu and viruses inside the home. Do you get sick often? Are you
scheduled for surgery? Do more to remove the harmful elements that can increase your risk of infection
with a UV Air Purifier.
Energy and Heat Recovery Ventilators (ERV and HRV)
All homes need ventilation. Ventilation systems bring fresh air into your home while also exhausting stale air
year around, even when windows and doors are closed. Most people don't keep windows and doors open
all the time due to noise, weather, and safety concerns. In addition, today's homes are built tighter for
energy efficiency. The exchange of fresh air offered by an ERV or HRV provides air that keeps occupants
healthy, removes odors, reduces moisture, removes indoor pollutants and lowers the relative indoor
humidity.