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    LeeAnnMemphis Posts: 58, Reputation: 6
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    Feb 12, 2006, 07:52 PM
    Extremely Dusty House
    I know this sounds like a weird space to ask this question. I bought my current home in August '04. It is very similar to my previous house in many ways- built in 1910's, hardwood floors, 10 ft ceilings, etc. But I have a monster dust bunny problem here! I do have pets, 2 dogs (a boxer and a mutt, both have extremely short hair), and I sweep the ENTIRE house every week and dust. 3-4 days later, I already have extreme dust bunnies and everything is covered in dust. I have read now that a lot of new central air/heating units (I currently have central air & heat, gas furnace, but a much older model) promise to cut way down on dust problems. So that makes me wonder, is my older HVAC unit causing the insane dust bunny/ dust problem I have? Besides the fact that it is tiring to have to sweep and mop every few days, I also have allergies. I change my filter every month. Does anyone have any ideas/ suggestions on this problem? I currently don't have the money to entirely replace my HVAC system.
    Thanks!
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    Feb 13, 2006, 04:12 AM
    I would
    1. use pleated furnace filters instead of the cheapies, and
    2. consider having the ducts cleaned. Learn more about that here.
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    LeeAnnMemphis Posts: 58, Reputation: 6
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    Feb 13, 2006, 05:45 AM
    How much does air duct cleaning usually run?
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    Feb 13, 2006, 06:35 AM
    Around here we pay $200 for all the ducts in a 2-bedroom townhome that has 8 runs. The rate is usually based on how many runs you have. Call 2-3 companies from your Yellow Pages, under Duct Cleaning, for pricing in your area.
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    Feb 13, 2006, 07:05 AM
    Hi,
    Depending on your fan system, the pleated furnace filters may or may not allow enough air circulation in the home. I tried them on my own system, and they almost stopped the air! Maybe I used the wrong ones, but had to go back to the "cheapies".
    You might also consider buying an air purifyer. I bought the Whirlpool, WhispPure AP 450 air purifyer because my wife has breathing problems. It has helped tremendously. That particular purifyer is rated tops by Consumer Reports, and runs around $229 or so. It will take care of the air in the living room and dining room, or so it seems.
    I have to clean the outer pre-filter with the vacuum every week, due to all the dust it catches from the air!

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