Pristine Air Quality
Pristine Air Quality | Ventilation and Air Quality | Heating and Air Conditioning | Dayton
Dayton’s seasons can be unpredictable, but the air inside your home never should be. HEP’s Pristine Air Quality team pairs advanced filtration, UV purification, and balanced airflow solutions to remove allergens, odors, and harmful particulates—so every breath feels like a step into fresh Ohio morning air. Whether you live in a historic Oregon District bungalow or a brand-new Beavercreek build, our certified technicians design custom strategies that work quietly behind the scenes, optimizing comfort while reducing energy waste.
From whole-home ERV systems that refresh stale indoor air to smart thermostats that learn your schedule, we obsess over the details that safeguard your family’s health. Trust HEP to handle your heating and cooling equipment, ductwork, and, most importantly, ventilation and air quality with the same care we give our own homes—backed by transparent pricing, 24/7 emergency support, and a satisfaction guarantee that’s as solid as the Miami Valley itself.
FAQs
Why is indoor air quality a concern for homeowners in Dayton?
Dayton experiences four distinct seasons, which means homes are closed up during cold winters and hot, humid summers. This limits fresh air exchange and allows pollen, dust, pet dander, and airborne pollutants to build up inside. In addition, older housing stock and tighter new-construction envelopes can trap moisture and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Poor indoor air quality (IAQ) can aggravate allergies, asthma, and other respiratory conditions, so proactive ventilation and filtration are essential for a healthier living environment.
What types of ventilation and air-cleaning solutions do you install?
We offer a full lineup that can be tailored to your home’s size, duct configuration, and budget: 1) Energy-recovery ventilators (ERVs) and heat-recovery ventilators (HRVs) that exchange stale indoor air with filtered outdoor air while conserving heating or cooling energy. 2) High-MERV or HEPA media filters that capture fine particulates such as pollen and smoke. 3) Whole-home UV-C germicidal lights that neutralize bacteria, viruses, and mold spores on coil surfaces and in the airstream. 4) Electronic air cleaners and ionizers that remove microscopic particles and reduce odors. 5) Humidifiers and dehumidifiers that keep indoor relative humidity in the 30-50 % comfort zone. 6) Smart thermostats and IAQ monitors that track air quality metrics and automate equipment operation.
How often should I replace or clean my HVAC air filter?
Most one-inch pleated filters should be replaced every 60–90 days, but the exact interval depends on several factors: • Pets or smokers in the home (change every 30 days) • High pollen seasons in spring and fall (change every 30–45 days) • Occupants with allergies or asthma (use higher-MERV filters and change more often) • System run time—longer runtimes in summer and winter clog filters faster. We also offer 4- to 5-inch media cabinets that last 6–12 months and washable electrostatic filters that can be cleaned quarterly. Always turn off the HVAC unit before changing or cleaning a filter.
What is the difference between natural, spot, and whole-home mechanical ventilation?
Natural ventilation relies on open windows, doors, and small building leaks to bring in fresh air. It costs nothing but is weather dependent and can introduce outdoor allergens. Spot ventilation uses localized exhaust fans—such as bathroom or kitchen range hoods—to remove humid or contaminated air at the source. Whole-home mechanical ventilation (ERVs/HRVs) continuously exchanges indoor and outdoor air through dedicated ductwork, filters particulates, and recovers energy, providing the most consistent and controllable IAQ solution for Dayton’s varied climate.
How can I tell if my home needs an indoor air quality assessment?
Common indicators include musty or stale odors, visible dust buildup shortly after cleaning, condensation on windows, frequent allergy symptoms indoors, or mold growth around vents and in damp areas. If your home was built or remodeled within the last 15 years, it may be tighter and more prone to trapped pollutants. We offer professional IAQ audits that measure particulate levels, relative humidity, carbon dioxide, and VOC concentrations, then recommend targeted improvements.
Will adding IAQ equipment increase my energy bills?
Modern IAQ products are designed to work efficiently with your existing HVAC system. ERVs and HRVs recover up to 80 % of the heating or cooling energy from the outgoing airstream, so the cost of bringing in fresh air is minimal. High-efficiency ECM fans in air cleaners and ventilators use less electricity than a standard light bulb. Maintaining proper humidity also allows you to feel comfortable at lower heating settings in winter and higher cooling settings in summer, which can offset any additional energy consumption.