Traditional vacuum cleaners may look and sound like they're getting the job done. However, oftentimes they vacuum the larger particles and leave smaller particulates behind or, worse, recirculate them back into the air. HEPA filter vacuums help fix this problem by using a specialized filtration system that removes and or isolates allergen and bacteria particles once vacuumed off the floor or... Read More
Traditional vacuum cleaners may look and sound like they're getting the job done. However, oftentimes they vacuum the larger particles and leave smaller particulates behind or, worse, recirculate them back into the air. HEPA filter vacuums help fix this problem by using a specialized filtration system that removes and or isolates allergen and bacteria particles once vacuumed off the floor or surface. Specifically, the word HEPA stands for "high-efficiency particulate air." Moreover, to be classified as a "HEPA" vacuum cleaner, the vacuum must pass rigorous testing to be considered worthy of the HEPA title. Despite these tests, all HEPA filter vacuums are not created equal resulting in many differences among available models. An important factor to note is that a HEPA filter itself must perform to a set standard to merit its ranking. For instance, True HEPA or Absolute HEPA filters must pass a test ensuring they pick up 99.97% or more of particulates down to 0.3 microns in size. Overall, HEPA filter vacuums are particularly helpful when it comes to eliminating allergens in our homes. However, they are perhaps the most beneficial for people who suffer from asthma and allergies. Shop our selection of the best HEPA vacuums we offer below!