Indoor Air Quality and Ductwork
Our homes have become gradually more efficient over the last 20 years due to tighter windows, tighter insulation and tighter doors. Due to the tighter homes the EPA states that the average home’s indoor air quality is 300 times (that’s 300X) more polluted than the outdoor air.
DUST and Airborne particulates
Unfortunately there is no way to stop dust and particulates from getting in without living in a bubble. There are MANY WAYS TO REDUCE DUST AND PARTICULATES from spreading throughout your home and affecting your family.
WINDOWS AND DOORS
All of the air contaminants in a home come from outside. When the Ac System is running it is sucking as much air as it blows. Everytime that you open the doors or windows in your home you let in dust, and particulates from outside. Operational Windows that aren’t sealed well let in dust and particulates from the frames and the meeting rails in the center of the window even when the window is closed. Doors that have worn out sweeps and insulation,doors that aren’t level, flush, plumb, or straight also let in all kinds of air pollutants and particulates
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3 THINGS THAT YOU CAN DO TO HAVE CLEAN AIR IN YOUR HVAC SYSTEM FILTRATION, PURIFICATION and DUCT SEALING
Your filter gathers the dust from your air and allows you to remove it from your indoor air stream. The better the filter the less dust and particulates that will circulate. MERV stands for Minimum efficiency reporting value. This is a fancy way of saying how small a particle a filter will catch. Note: The higher the MERV the higher the cost. Higher MERV ratings dont help every homeowner. Only a small part of the general public can distinguish between the minimum MERV ratings and the higher MERV ratings
the big lie: filters last 3 months
Manufacturers of filters are very sneaky. They put things like MERV 13 or up to 3 months on the filters that they sell to make a consumer believe that if they spend twice as much then they are going to have a better experience with their filter. The truth is that the amount of dust being let in, the time that a machine runs, and the amount of traffic of a home determine how long a filter can last. Not the filter or the quality of the filter.
AIR PURIFICATION
Today’s most widely accepted residential air treatment systems incorporate ultraviolet lights, led cells, or static ionizing technology to create ionized (electrically charged) particles to combat the pollutants and particulates found naturally in a home. A room air purifier can clean up to 400 sq feet of indoor air. A whole house air purifier can clean the entire home through the HVAC system
DUCT SEAL
Attic dust can infiltrate the duct system of your home allowing dust and other contaminants (insulation, formaldehyde, VOC’s) to bypass the filter and go directly into your airstream. A quick thermal inspection can let you know if you are losing air or gaining dust through your ducts in the attic. Sealing ducts that are accessible can dramatically reduce air loss and indoor air pollution.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What HVAC services does Toned Homes provide in San Antonio, TX?
Toned Homes provides professional HVAC services in San Antonio, Texas, including AC repair, air conditioning replacement, heating services, HVAC maintenance, seasonal tune-ups, ductwork, and indoor air quality solutions. Our team helps homeowners maintain comfortable indoor temperatures, improve energy efficiency, and keep heating and cooling systems operating reliably throughout the year.
How do I know if my air conditioner needs repair or replacement?
Your air conditioner may need professional repair if it blows warm air, makes unusual noises, cycles frequently, leaks water, or struggles to cool your home. If your AC system requires frequent repairs, has become inefficient, or is nearing the end of its useful life, replacement may be more cost-effective. Toned Homes helps San Antonio homeowners evaluate their cooling systems and explore suitable AC repair or replacement options.
How often should I schedule AC maintenance in San Antonio, Texas?
Homeowners in San Antonio should generally schedule professional AC maintenance at least once a year, preferably before the summer cooling season. Regular HVAC tune-ups help maintain system efficiency, identify potential problems, improve cooling performance, and reduce the risk of unexpected breakdowns. Toned Homes offers AC maintenance services, service contracts, and tune-up options to help keep your system running efficiently.
Does Toned Homes offer emergency AC repair and remote HVAC diagnostics?
Yes, Toned Homes offers emergency HVAC services and remote diagnostic assistance for homeowners experiencing heating or cooling problems in San Antonio. Through phone or video consultations, our team may help identify common AC issues and guide you through basic troubleshooting. If the problem requires an in-person inspection, we can arrange a diagnostic visit to determine the appropriate repair solution. Contact Toned Homes to confirm emergency service availability.
How can Toned Homes improve indoor air quality in my home?
Toned Homes helps improve indoor air quality in San Antonio homes through HVAC inspections, air filtration solutions, whole-home air purification systems, and available duct treatment services. These solutions can help address airborne particles, dust, and certain indoor air quality concerns. Our team can evaluate your HVAC system and recommend suitable options to support cleaner indoor air and a more comfortable living environment.