Breathe Easier with Professional Air Quality Solutions

The air inside your Manassas, VA home may be two to five times more polluted than the air outside. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, Americans spend approximately 90 percent of their time indoors, making indoor air quality a critical health concern. At HVAC of Virginia, we provide professional indoor air quality solutions that help Northern Virginia families breathe cleaner, healthier air every day.

Understanding Indoor Air Quality

Indoor air quality refers to the condition of the air inside your home, including the levels of pollutants, allergens, humidity, and fresh air circulation. Poor indoor air quality can aggravate allergies, trigger asthma attacks, cause headaches and fatigue, and contribute to long-term respiratory problems. Children, elderly family members, and anyone with existing respiratory conditions are especially vulnerable.

Common indoor air pollutants found in Manassas-area homes include dust and dust mites, pet dander, pollen that enters through open doors and windows, mold spores that thrive in Virginia’s humid climate, volatile organic compounds from cleaning products and building materials, cooking fumes and odors, and bacteria and viruses circulating through your HVAC system.

The good news is that modern indoor air quality technology can dramatically reduce these pollutants and create a healthier living environment for your family.

Our Indoor Air Quality Solutions

HVAC of Virginia offers a full range of indoor air quality products and services designed to address every aspect of the air you breathe. We take a comprehensive approach, often recommending a combination of solutions for the best results.

Air Filtration Upgrades

Your HVAC system’s air filter is your first line of defense against airborne particles. Most standard one-inch filters capture only the largest particles and do little to improve air quality. We offer high-efficiency media filters that fit in your existing system and capture particles down to one micron in size, including pollen, mold spores, dust mite allergens, and pet dander. For maximum filtration, we can install whole-house HEPA filtration systems that remove 99.97 percent of airborne particles.

UV Germicidal Light Systems

Ultraviolet germicidal irradiation uses UV-C light to neutralize biological contaminants as air passes through your HVAC system. UV lights installed inside your air handler kill mold, bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms that can circulate through your ductwork and into your living spaces. These systems are especially effective at preventing mold growth on the evaporator coil, which is a common problem in Virginia’s humid climate and a major source of musty odors.

Whole-House Humidifiers and Dehumidifiers

Humidity plays a critical role in both comfort and health. During Northern Virginia winters, indoor humidity often drops below 20 percent, causing dry skin, irritated sinuses, increased static electricity, and even cracks in wood floors and furniture. A whole-house humidifier integrates with your furnace and ductwork to maintain optimal humidity levels throughout your entire home.

In summer, Virginia’s humidity can make your home feel clammy and promote mold growth. A whole-house dehumidifier removes excess moisture and works with your air conditioner to maintain comfortable humidity levels between 30 and 50 percent.

Ventilation Systems

Modern homes in Northern Virginia are built tightly for energy efficiency, which is great for keeping utility bills down but can trap stale, polluted air inside. Energy recovery ventilators and heat recovery ventilators bring fresh outdoor air into your home while recovering energy from the outgoing stale air. This provides the fresh air your home needs without significantly increasing your heating or cooling costs.

Indoor Air Quality for Allergy and Asthma Sufferers

Northern Virginia’s allergy seasons can be particularly challenging, with pollen from trees, grasses, and weeds creating misery for millions of residents. If someone in your household suffers from allergies or asthma, your indoor air quality system can provide a true sanctuary from outdoor allergens.

We work with many Manassas families to create a comprehensive indoor air quality strategy that combines high-efficiency filtration to capture airborne allergens, UV treatment to neutralize mold and biological triggers, proper humidity control to prevent dust mite proliferation, and adequate ventilation to maintain fresh air circulation. The result is a home environment where allergy and asthma sufferers can breathe easier and experience fewer symptoms.

Our Air Quality Assessment Process

Every indoor air quality project begins with a thorough assessment of your home. Our technician uses professional testing equipment to measure particulate levels, relative humidity, carbon dioxide concentration, and other key indicators. We also inspect your ductwork, current filtration system, and HVAC equipment for potential sources of contamination.

Based on the test results and your family’s specific health concerns, we recommend a customized combination of air quality solutions. You receive clear explanations of each recommendation, what it does, and how it will improve your indoor environment.

Take the first step toward healthier air for your Manassas, VA home. Call HVAC of Virginia at (703) 555-0123 to schedule your indoor air quality assessment. Our team will help you understand what is in your air and show you how to make it cleaner, fresher, and healthier for your entire family.