Indoor Air Quality

People with asthma, allergies and other respiratory problems know all too well when the quality of the air in their home isn’t good. Others not afflicted with these issues may not be as aware of the air quality around them, but they can still suffer ill effects when it’s poor. The experts at Donny’s Heating & Air Conditioning can help you keep your family safe and healthy with the indoor air quality products that we carry and install.

Some of the many options we offer include air purifiers, filtering systems and advanced whole-house dehumidifiers. Representing the industry’s most advanced technology, these add-on accessories impact the whole house, operate almost silently and require very little maintenance. The improvement, however, is significant, making a difference to the comfort, efficiency, and health of the home.

Harmful Contaminants in Your Home

Airborne contaminants, especially those with a particle size ranging from 0.5 to 7 microns, can be highly detrimental to your health.

These pollutants include: 
- Allergens, such as pollen, pet dander, insect particles. 
- Disturbed asbestos fibers.
- Chemical fumes from paints, photocopier toner, and cleaning agents.
- Dust mites.
- Mercury from fluorescent bulbs, thermostats, and batteries.
- Mold spores.
- Outdoor air pollution.
- Tobacco smoke particles.
- Radon, a radioactive gas from rock and soil.

Environmental factors, such as poor ventilation and high humidity levels, can intensify indoor pollution.

Signs You Need a Whole-House Air Purifier

Several signs can indicate the need for an air cleaner or filtration solution:

ALLERGIES: Symptoms such as coughing, sneezing, or irritation are a clear sign of indoor air pollution. ASTHMA: Inhaling pollutant particles can trigger asthma or other chronic respiratory diseases.
UNPLEASANT ODORS: Musty or chemical smells indicate the presence of mold or other contaminants. VISIBLE SIGNS OF POLLUTION: Dust accumulation on surfaces and mold

Indoor Air Quality and Filtration Products:

UV Air Purifier (whole-house air purifier) 
A UV air purifier can be mounted in your ductwork to purify all the air in your home. This can be a wonderful solution for homeowners with a larger area that needs cleaning.

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Air Purifier – Reme Halo
The award winning REME HALO® whole house in-duct air purifier is the next generation of indoor air quality (IAQ) technology and capable of purifying every cubic inch of air that your central air conditioning system reaches. Designed to eliminate sick building syndrome risks by reducing odors and air pollutants, the REME HALO® whole home in-duct air purifier is the best solution for whole house and building air purification.

Invented to recreate nature’s process of purifying the air, it’s like bringing fresh outdoor air inside without ever having to open your windows. And it’s effective against all three categories of indoor air pollutants: Particulates, Microbial and Gases.

You can now reduce common allergy triggers from particulates such as pollen, mold spores, dander and dust. Thoroughly tested on airborne and surface bacteria & viruses, such as MRSA, e-coli, and Norwalk, to name a few. Say goodbye to odors from cooking, pets, dirty socks, diaper pails, and musty rooms.

Air Filtration System (whole-house filtration system)
These are just larger versions of your HVAC system’s air filter, able to siphon out smaller particles that might otherwise escape into your air and eventually your body.

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Traditional media filter and electronic media filters help remove pollutants, allergens, and microbes from the air moving directly through your home's HVAC system.

Whole home air cleaner can capture a significant amount of airborne microscopic particles that enter it, like dust and smoke, plus larger contaminants such as mold spores and pet dander.

Dehumidifier (whole-house dehumidification)
Dehumidifiers collect the moisture from the air indoors and deposit it safely away from any other equipment in your house.

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Dehumidifier – Aprilaire
The Aprilaire Model E100 Dehumidifier is a high-capacity solution that helps you achieve total comfort through humidity control. It can be installed as part of your home’s heating and cooling system or as a standalone unit. Generally, the E100 pulls air from the lowest point in your home and distributes the dry air throughout your home. It is especially helpful for times when there is high humidity, but the outdoor temperature is not high enough to run your AC very much.

Benefits of a Whole Home Dehumidifier:
Whole-home dehumidifier is an essential part of any home's climate control system. Not only will it make your home more comfortable, but it can also help prevent mold and mildew growth, improve energy efficiency, and extend the life of your HVAC system.

Here are some key benefits of a whole-home dehumidifier:
- It regulates indoor air humidity levels to keep your home comfortable and free from moisture buildup.
- It helps prevent mold and mildew by keeping indoor air dry.
- It improves air quality by reducing allergens due to high humidity levels in the home.
- It reduces energy costs by improving HVAC efficiency with proper dehumidification.
- It extends the life of your HVAC unit by removing excess moisture from the air which can cause costly damage over time.

A dehumidifier removes moisture from the air. Excess moisture can cause a number of seen and unseen issues in your home. Old and new houses alike go through phases of humidity levels for many different reasons. Newer or remodeled homes have better insulation than ever before. While this cuts your energy costs overall, it also creates less air flow and therefore traps humidity. Older houses can have badly insulated pipes, windows, and cool surfaces which, when mixed with warm interior air, can create moisture. Your daily activities can contribute to the humidity level in your home as well.

Ventilating Dehumidifier
This new ventilating dehumidification solution features our newest, most energy-efficient dehumidifier - Model E100V - combined with our patented damper plenum - Model 8190FF. Together, they will help you bring in fresh air for effective virus protection.

Signs You May Need a Dehumidifier:
- Condensation on your windows or doors—water beading or fog/vapor on the glass of your windows
- Mold spots on your ceiling or the corners of your walls
- Musty odor Spring water run-off
- Blistering paint or peeling wallpaper
- Creaky doors/windows/floors

Ventilation (whole-House ventilation)
Help your home exhale the bad air. Whole-House Fresh Air Ventilation Systems dilute trapped indoor air full of airborne contaminants like allergens, chemicals, viruses, and bacteria.

How Does A whole house Ventilation System Work?
A whole house ventilation system operates by pulling air from the outside and circulating it throughout your whole house. It ensures a fresh stream of clean and healthy air round the clock. The best part is, having a whole house ventilation system requires less energy to operate. This allows you to run the unit without worrying about a hefty electric bill.