Indoor Air Quality

Breathe Cleaner Air with Our Indoor Air Quality Solutions

The air inside your McKinney home might be the most important air you breathe. We spend up to 90% of our time indoors, yet the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reports that indoor air can be two to five times more polluted than the air outside. These unseen airborne contaminants can significantly impact your family’s health, comfort, and even the efficiency of your HVAC system.

At Burnside, we provide comprehensive indoor air quality (IAQ) solutions designed to identify and eliminate pollutants, creating a healthier and more comfortable living environment for you and your loved ones. We address the root causes of poor air quality, moving beyond temporary fixes to deliver lasting, whole-home results.

Are You Experiencing Signs of Poor Indoor Air Quality?

Poor IAQ isn't always obvious, but it leaves clues. If you've noticed any of the following issues in your home or with your family's health, it may be time to assess the quality of your indoor air.

Symptoms in Your Home:

•  Excessive Dust: Do you find yourself dusting constantly, only for surfaces to be covered again in a day or two?
•  Persistent Odors: Lingering musty or stale smells that don’t seem to go away, even with regular cleaning.
•  High Humidity: A damp, sticky feeling in the air, condensation on windows, or visible signs of mildew and mold growth.
•  Uneven Temperatures: Some rooms feel stuffy and warm while others are comfortable, indicating poor air circulation.

Symptoms Affecting Your Health:

•  Aggravated Allergies: Constant sneezing, coughing, itchy eyes, or a runny nose that seems worse when you're at home.
•  Respiratory Issues: Worsening asthma symptoms, frequent sinus infections, or general breathing discomfort.
•  Unexplained Headaches: Frequent headaches or feelings of fatigue that seem to lessen when you leave the house.
•  Dry Skin and Throat: Irritated skin, scratchy throats, and dry nasal passages can be caused by imbalanced air.

Common Indoor Pollutants in North Texas Homes

The climate and environment in McKinney can contribute to a unique mix of indoor air pollutants. Understanding what you're up against is the first step toward breathing easier.

•  Pollen and Allergens: North Texas is known for its high pollen counts from trees, grasses, and weeds. These particles easily infiltrate your home and circulate through your HVAC system.
•  Mold and Mildew Spores: Our humid summers create the perfect breeding ground for mold and mildew. These spores can thrive in damp areas like basements, bathrooms, and even within your air ducts, triggering allergic reactions and respiratory problems.
•  Dust and Dust Mites: Standard HVAC filters can’t always capture the fine particles of household dust, which is often composed of skin cells, fabric fibers, and dirt. Dust mites feed on these particles and are a major indoor allergen.
•  Pet Dander: Microscopic flecks of skin shed by cats, dogs, and other animals with fur or feathers are a common and potent allergen for many people.
•  Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs): These are gases emitted from common household products, including paints, cleaning supplies, air fresheners, new furniture, and carpeting. They can cause a range of health effects, from headaches to long-term organ damage.

Our Comprehensive Indoor Air Quality Services

We don't believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Our experienced technicians assess your home's specific needs to recommend and install the most effective systems for cleaning your air.

Advanced Air Filtration

Your HVAC system's air filter is the first line of defense against airborne particles. Standard one-inch filters are often designed only to protect the equipment, not your lungs. We specialize in upgrading homes with high-efficiency media air cleaners and providing professional Air Filter Replacement services. These systems use filters with higher MERV (Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value) ratings that are significantly more effective at capturing smaller contaminants like pollen, mold spores, and pet dander without restricting your system's airflow.

Whole-Home Dehumidifiers

Controlling humidity is essential for comfort and health in the McKinney area. The ideal indoor humidity level is between 30% and 50%. Levels above this encourage the growth of mold, mildew, and dust mites. Our whole-home Dehumidifiers integrate directly with your HVAC system to automatically remove excess moisture from the air throughout your entire house, protecting your home and family from the effects of high humidity.

UV Air Sanitizers

Some of the most harmful pollutants are too small to be filtered. Microorganisms like bacteria, viruses, and mold spores can circulate freely through your HVAC system. We install UV Air Sanitizers inside your ductwork or near the evaporator coil. These systems use powerful UV-C light to scramble the DNA of airborne pathogens, neutralizing them and preventing them from reproducing and spreading throughout your home. This technology is a proven, chemical-free way to disinfect the air you breathe.

Air Handler and Ductwork Services

Your air ducts are the respiratory system of your home, and your air handler is the heart that powers it. If your ducts are leaky, dirty, or poorly designed, they can become a source of contamination and inefficiency. We provide expert Air Handlers services to ensure this critical component is clean and functioning correctly. Additionally, our Air Duct Sealing service prevents dust, insulation fibers, and other contaminants from being pulled into your airstream from attics and crawlspaces, ensuring the air circulating in your home is clean and pure.