Indoor Air Quality Services in Austin, TX
Indoor comfort is not only temperature. It is also the quality of the air in your home. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reports that Americans spend about 90% of their time indoors, and that concentrations of some pollutants indoors are often 2–5 times higher than typical outdoor concentrations.
What can affect indoor air quality in Austin homes
Indoor air quality can be impacted by sources inside the home (cleaners and chemicals, cooking and combustion byproducts, pets, moisture, and building materials), and also by outdoor pollutants that enter through doors, windows, ventilation, and small gaps in the building envelope.
In Central Texas, seasonal pollen (including mountain cedar/Ashe juniper) and periodic smoke events can increase the number of particles entering homes. During smoke events, Austin Public Health recommends keeping doors and windows closed, using air conditioning in “recirculate” mode (fresh-air intake closed, if applicable), and avoiding activities that add indoor pollution, like burning candles or frying/broiling foods.
How our indoor air quality service works
The EPA describes three core approaches to improving IAQ: source control, ventilation, and filtration/air cleaning. Our process follows that same logic so recommendations match the problem (rather than a one-size-fits-all product).
What we evaluate during an IAQ assessment
- Filtration setup: filter size/fit, filter condition, and whether the system can support upgraded filtration.
- Airflow and HVAC performance: because filtration and purification depend on airflow and system run time.
- Humidity and moisture indicators: moisture can contribute to odor and microbial growth concerns.
- Duct and return pathways: visible leakage indicators and dust entry points that may worsen indoor particle levels.
- Home-specific concerns you report: dust buildup, odors, allergy triggers, smoke exposure, or comfort complaints.
If you need specialized environmental sampling (for example, lab-confirmed mold testing), we can discuss appropriate next steps and referrals based on what we see.
Whole-home IAQ solutions we install and maintain
HVAC filtration upgrades
Upgrading filtration is often the first step because it targets airborne particles as they circulate through the HVAC system. The EPA notes many systems default to MERV 8 filters, and upgrading to MERV 13 (or the highest-rated filter your system can accommodate) can improve the system’s ability to remove smaller particles from circulated air. We evaluate your system before recommending higher-efficiency filters to avoid airflow issues.
PureAir Pro™ air-cleaning options
Champion offers PureAir Pro™-branded IAQ options such as UV germicidal air purifiers, UV purifiers with odor-control components, and polarized media air cleaners. After an assessment, we recommend the configuration that fits your HVAC system and your goals (particle reduction, odor management, or support for cleaner HVAC components).
Dust Free® Active Air Purifier
If an in-duct air cleaner is a good fit for your home, Dust Free® Active is one option we install. According to the product submittal information, it is a compact, duct-mounted system that uses UV and ionization and is described as effective at reducing dust, dander, and odors, and inactivating MS-2 bacteriophage virus in laboratory testing.
The same documentation states the device meets UL 2998 “no ozone” standards and is CARB certified. It also notes that the technologies described are not medical devices and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease or illness.
Testing, maintenance, and “keep it working” support
IAQ improvements depend on ongoing maintenance: filter changes, proper HVAC airflow, and keeping components clean. If you choose an IAQ add-on, we’ll explain what maintenance is required and how to tell when performance may be declining.
Quick steps you can do today
- Check your HVAC filter and replace it if it is visibly loaded with dust.
- Use kitchen and bathroom exhaust fans when cooking or showering to reduce moisture and pollutants.
- During smoky conditions, keep windows/doors closed and avoid adding indoor pollution sources (candles, smoke, frying/broiling).
Why homeowners choose Champion for IAQ in Austin
We’re a local HVAC and plumbing company serving Austin and nearby communities, with licensed HVAC and plumbing credentials posted on our website. If you ever want to verify contractor licensing in Texas, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) provides an official license search tool.
