What is an air scrubber in restoration?
An air scrubber is a portable HEPA-filtered air filtration device that pulls contaminated air through a series of filters and exhausts cleaner air. Used in mold, fire, asbestos, and biohazard work. Sized by CFM — typical restoration unit delivers 500-2,000 CFM with HEPA plus optional carbon. Per IICRC S520 and S700.
Category: Equipment & Terms
Reviewed: 2026-04-20
Source: IICRC S520 §12 · IICRC S700 §11
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