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Breathe Easier This Spring: How to Protect Your Home from Pollen & Improve Indoor Air Quality

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Breathe Easier This Spring: How to Protect Your Home from Pollen & Improve Indoor Air Quality

Combat Pollen Season with Proven Indoor Air Solutions Backed by Dyess Expertise

As spring settles in across Savannah, Hilton Head, Bluffton, and surrounding communities, so does one of the most common indoor health threats: pollen. Microscopic particles from blooming trees, grasses, and flowers enter homes through doors, windows, shoes, pets—even your HVAC system. Without proper protection, your home can trap these irritants, triggering allergies, sinus infections, asthma flare-ups, and poor sleep.

At Dyess Air & Plumbing, we help local homeowners reclaim the air in their homes with targeted, high-efficiency indoor air quality (IAQ) strategies. Whether you're looking to eliminate allergens, manage humidity, remove odors, or stop mold in its tracks, we have the expertise—and product line—to help you breathe easier.

What Is Indoor Air Quality and Why Does It Matter?

Indoor air quality refers to the cleanliness, freshness, and humidity level of the air inside your home. According to the EPA, indoor air can be 2 to 5 times more polluted than outdoor air. That’s because contaminants like dust, dander, pollen, chemicals, and mold spores get trapped inside and recirculate.

Poor IAQ Can Contribute To:

  • Sneezing, coughing, or congestion

  • Fatigue or headaches

  • Increased asthma or allergy symptoms

  • Mold growth and musty odors

  • Dry skin or irritated eyes

  • Excess dust or visible particles in sunlight

  • Higher energy bills and HVAC repairs

The solution? A proactive, layered IAQ approach—starting with HVAC preparation and expanding to purification, humidity control, and proper ventilation.

Spring HVAC Prep: Start With the Basics

1. Replace or Upgrade Your Filters

Basic fiberglass filters capture only large particles like hair or lint. For true allergen control, you need a filter rated MERV 11–13 or higher. HEPA filters go even further by trapping particles as small as 0.3 microns—including pollen, bacteria, and viruses.

Tip: During pollen season, check your filter monthly and replace it every 30–90 days depending on your environment.

2. Schedule a Professional HVAC Tune-Up

Spring is a high-stress season for your HVAC system. A tune-up by Dyess’s certified technicians ensures your system is clean, efficient, and circulating air safely.

We’ll:

  • Clean evaporator and condenser coils

  • Inspect ductwork for leaks

  • Test airflow and adjust fan speed

  • Check refrigerant charge

  • Review air quality accessory compatibility

3. Upgrade to a Smart Thermostat

Dyess installs smart thermostats from Carrier, Trane, Honeywell, and Ecobee that let you manage:

  • Temperature

  • Humidity

  • Filter life

  • System alerts

  • IAQ accessory control (purifiers, dehumidifiers, ERVs)

Smart controls reduce your energy costs while maintaining healthier air—even when you’re not home.

Carrier Indoor Air Quality Solutions

Carrier is a global leader in IAQ innovation. Their solutions are ideal for families concerned about airborne bacteria, viruses, and allergens.

Infinity® Air Purifier

  • Patented Captures & Kills™ technology

  • Removes up to 99% of germs, pollen, and mold

  • MERV 15 filtration

  • Compatible with most HVAC systems

Performance™ Whole-Home Dehumidifier

  • Removes up to 130 pints per day

  • Helps prevent mold and musty odors

  • Frees up HVAC capacity by handling humidity independently

Carrier UV Germicidal Lights

  • Installed directly in ductwork or over coils

  • Kills bacteria and mold spores before they spread

  • Reduces system maintenance needs

Carrier Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV)

  • Exchanges stale indoor air with filtered, outdoor air

  • Maintains energy efficiency while improving oxygen and air quality

  • Ideal for modern, sealed homes

Trane Indoor Air Quality Solutions

Trane’s IAQ product line is engineered for maximum performance with minimal maintenance, making it a great fit for homes with existing Trane systems or those seeking high-efficiency solutions.

CleanEffects® Air Cleaner

  • Captures 99.98% of airborne particles

  • Industry-leading low pressure drop

  • No replacement filters—just occasional vacuuming

  • Certified asthma & allergy friendly® by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America

Trane Humidifiers & Dehumidifiers

  • Maintain ideal humidity (30–60%)

  • Prevents dry skin, warping wood, and static

  • Stops mold and mildew from forming

FreshEffects™ ERV

  • Constant exchange of stale indoor air

  • Preserves conditioned air while improving IAQ

  • Helps reduce respiratory discomfort during pollen season

Rheem Indoor Air Quality Products

Rheem’s IAQ technologies complement both HVAC performance and homeowner health—especially in high-humidity environments like Georgia and South Carolina.

Whole-Home Dehumidifiers

  • Pull up to 130 pints/day of moisture

  • Seamlessly integrates with HVAC or operates independently

  • Protects crawl spaces, basements, and sealed attics

Electronic Air Cleaners

  • Electrostatic technology traps ultrafine particles

  • Washable filters mean less waste and fewer replacements

UV Germicidal Systems

  • Installed in air handler or ductwork

  • Destroys microbial growth at the source

  • Enhances airflow and system longevity

HALO In-Duct Purification

HALO systems are ideal for households needing complete IAQ coverage—including odor and virus control.

HALO-LED™ In-Duct Air Purifier

  • Kills bacteria, viruses, mold, and VOCs

  • Zero ozone emissions

  • Uses UV-C LED + ionization

  • Automatically activates with HVAC blower

Best for: Households with pets, asthma, or immune sensitivities

Santa Fe Dehumidifiers (Crawl Space & Whole-Home)

Humidity control is key to preventing mold, mildew, and dust mites.

Santa Fe Compact70

  • Designed for tight crawl spaces

  • Removes up to 70 pints/day

  • Ultra quiet operation

Santa Fe Classic & Oasis105

  • Covers larger homes and commercial spaces

  • Built-in MERV 13 filtration

  • Optional ducting for whole-home coverage

  • Reliable performance in coastal climates

Note: A Santa Fe system is often the final piece in protecting homes near marshes, rivers, or under heavy tree cover.

Bonus: Water Impacts Air Quality Too

HALO Water Systems—installed by Dyess—protect your air by removing contaminants at the tap. Chlorine, sediment, and heavy metals in water vapor can irritate lungs and circulate through your HVAC system.

Not Sure Which Solution Is Right for You?

Our team offers IAQ Assessments to analyze your home’s:

  • Pollen load

  • Humidity levels

  • Air exchange rate

  • Filter performance

  • Crawl space or attic conditions

We’ll recommend solutions tailored to your family’s health needs, budget, and system compatibility.

Year-Round Protection With Dyess Planned Maintenance Plans

Our Comfort Club includes:

  • 2 seasonal system tune-ups

  • Priority same-day scheduling

  • IAQ accessory checks and cleanings are additional for Gold members and included for Platinum members

  • System performance tracking

Members enjoy cleaner air, lower bills, and fewer surprises.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I need more than a filter?
If you have allergies, pets, or see visible dust/mold, filters alone may not be enough. UV lights, purifiers, and humidity controls work together to deliver full-spectrum protection.

What’s the ideal indoor humidity level?
Between 30–50% is ideal. Above 60%, you risk mold and dust mites. Below 30%, you’ll experience dryness, cracked wood, and skin irritation.

How much does an IAQ upgrade cost?
IAQ solutions start at $200 for filter cabinets and UV lights, up to $2,000+ for whole-home dehumidifiers or purifiers. Financing is available.

Is this covered by my HVAC warranty?
Most IAQ upgrades do not void HVAC warranties—many are recommended by manufacturers and improve equipment lifespan.

Serving the Lowcountry and Coastal Empire

Dyess proudly serves:

Savannah, Pooler, Rincon, Richmond Hill, Bluffton, Hilton Head Island, Tybee Island, Statesboro, Beaufort, Claxton, Vidalia, Hinesville, Jesup, Swainsboro, Millen, Ludowici and surrounding areas.

Take the Next Step Toward Healthier Air

Whether you need a filter upgrade, crawl space dehumidifier, or a complete IAQ system, Dyess Air & Plumbing is your trusted partner for clean, comfortable air this spring—and every season after.

Call 833-237-9906 or book your IAQ consultation online at DyessAir.com.

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