Pristine Air Quality
Pristine Air Quality | Ventilation and Air Quality | Heating and Air Conditioning | Harrogate
Breathe easier in Harrogate with HEP’s Pristine Air Quality service—your local experts at creating healthy, comfortable homes and workplaces. From whisper-quiet MVHR systems that constantly refresh stale indoor air to hospital-grade filters that trap pollen, dust, and allergens, we engineer every solution around your lifestyle. Our qualified technicians assess your property, identify hidden pollutants, and design bespoke systems that balance humidity, temperature, and airflow, ensuring the perfect harmony of ventilation and air quality without sacrificing energy efficiency.
Whether you’re renovating a period townhouse, fitting out a bustling café, or safeguarding a nursery, HEP delivers seamless installations, smart controls, and ongoing maintenance for year-round freshness. Enjoy peace of mind knowing that every breath your family, staff, or customers take is purified by cutting-edge technology and backed by Harrogate’s most trusted HVAC team. Let us transform your indoor environment into a sanctuary of pure, invigorating air—because at HEP, pristine really does come as standard.
FAQs
Why is indoor air quality such a concern for Harrogate homes and businesses?
Harrogate’s beautiful spa-town setting can hide indoor pollutants such as pollen from the Stray, traffic fumes from the A61, cooking vapours and even moisture from our often-damp climate. Because modern buildings are well-sealed for energy efficiency, these contaminants become trapped inside, triggering allergies, asthma and premature wear on heating and cooling equipment. Addressing ventilation and filtration keeps occupants healthier and helps your HVAC system run more efficiently.
What ventilation solutions do you install to improve air quality?
We offer three main categories: (1) Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) units that extract stale air and bring in fresh, pre-warmed air while retaining up to 92 % of the heat usually lost; (2) Positive Input Ventilation (PIV) systems that gently push filtered air from the loft space into living areas to dilute pollutants; and (3) demand-controlled extractor fans for kitchens, bathrooms and utility rooms to remove moisture at source. We’ll survey your property and recommend the right option or a combination of systems.
How do air purification and filtration systems work, and which one is right for me?
Air purifiers pull indoor air through high-performance filters—usually HEPA (captures 99.97 % of particles down to 0.3 µm) and optional activated-carbon stages to remove odours and VOCs—then recirculate the cleaned air. UV-C lamps or plasma ionisation can be added to neutralise bacteria, mould spores and viruses. The correct solution depends on allergy triggers, household size, pet ownership and existing HVAC equipment. During our free assessment we measure airborne particle counts and odour levels, then match you with a standalone room unit, an in-duct purifier, or upgraded furnace/AC filters.
Can these ventilation and air-quality upgrades be integrated with my current heating and air-conditioning system?
Yes. Our engineers can retrofit MVHR cores, in-duct purifiers or upgraded MERV/HEPA filters into most gas boilers, air-source heat pumps and split-systems common around Harrogate. We design duct transitions to maintain proper airflow and balance, recalibrate fan speeds and verify system pressures so comfort levels remain stable while air quality improves.
How often should filters, ducts and ventilation equipment be serviced?
• Filters: Replace or wash standard filters every 1–3 months; pleated high-MERV and HEPA media every 6–12 months. • MVHR & PIV units: Clean intake/exhaust grilles quarterly and change filters every 6 months. Full system check annually. • Ductwork: Professional inspection and, if needed, hygienic cleaning every 3–5 years to remove accumulated dust, pet dander and mould. Regular maintenance prolongs equipment life, keeps energy bills down and preserves your manufacturer warranty.
Do you offer professional air-quality assessments, and what do they include?
Absolutely. Our IAQ audit covers: (1) on-site interview about health concerns and lifestyle; (2) real-time monitoring of particulates (PM1.0, PM2.5, PM10), CO₂, humidity, temperature, VOCs and formaldehyde; (3) inspection of ventilation pathways, extractor fans and ductwork; and (4) a written report with photographic evidence and tailored recommendations. The service typically takes 60–90 minutes for an average Harrogate property and the cost is waived if you proceed with any filtration or ventilation installation within 60 days.