What Are Air Scrubbers?

These days, you cannot help but think more about killing germs, staying healthy, and paying a little extra attention to personal hygiene. News headlines, seasonal illnesses, and heightened awareness of indoor environments have made many homeowners rethink what “clean air” really means inside their homes.

Given that most of us spend about 90 percent of our time indoors, effectively destroying viruses and bacteria is now very relevant to all of our lives. From sleeping and cooking to working remotely and relaxing with family, the quality of the air we breathe indoors plays a significant role in overall health and comfort.

Unfortunately, indoor air can often be more polluted than outdoor air due to dust, pet dander, mold spores, cleaning chemicals, and airborne pathogens circulating throughout the home.

Air scrubbers use the latest advancements in residential indoor air quality (IAQ) technology to keep your Warren, OH, home healthy and safe. Installed directly into your HVAC system, an air scrubber actively treats the air as it circulates, helping to reduce contaminants before they can spread throughout your living space. Rather than simply trapping particles, air scrubbers work continuously to clean and refresh the air in every room.

At Wm. Price Heating and Cooling, we strive to provide you with the right information to get the most value from your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment. We believe a comfortable home is a happy home. That comfort goes beyond temperature alone—it also includes clean, breathable air that supports better health, fewer odors, and a more enjoyable indoor environment year-round.

Air Scrubber Benefits

While most air quality systems typically target specific contaminants, air scrubbers can help remove a variety of particles, gases, odors, and contaminants from your Warren, OH, home’s indoor air. This includes allergens such as pollen and pet dander, volatile organic compounds (VOCs) released from household products, and even airborne bacteria and viruses.

These devices treat air en route to your HVAC system using the latest technologies, meaning the air is actively cleaned before it ever reaches your living areas. The result is fresh air that feels cleaner and smells better throughout the home.

Did you know the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ranks indoor air pollution as a major public health concern in this country? Indoor air can be two to five times more polluted than outdoor air, especially in well-sealed homes designed for energy efficiency.

The initial purpose of an air scrubber, to remove carbon dioxide from the air, is still used today in submarines, hospitals, and other enclosed environments where air quality is critical. Modern residential air scrubbers build on this same concept, adapting proven technology for everyday home use.

You will enjoy less wear and tear on your HVAC system with this type of indoor air quality accessory. Particulates of all types in the air are oxidized and joined together until they become too large to float in the air. This process reduces the amount of debris that would otherwise settle inside ductwork, coils, and other HVAC components.

After going through the air scrubber, they are then caught during the standard air filtration process. This not only helps improve indoor air quality but also allows your HVAC system to operate more efficiently. Cleaner components mean better airflow, fewer breakdowns, and potentially longer equipment lifespan. This helps to make your Warren, OH, home’s air much cleaner while also protecting your HVAC investment.

Air Scrubber Versus Air Purifier

What’s the difference between an air scrubber and an air purifier? It is like comparing an apple to an orange. While both aim to improve indoor air quality, they work in very different ways and deliver different results.

An air scrubber uses an oxidation honeycomb, often combined with ionization, to capture and destroy odors, contaminants, bacteria, and viruses. Instead of passively waiting for particles to reach a filter, an air scrubber actively treats the air throughout the home. An air purifier simply filters the air, only catching particulates already large enough for a filter or electronic air cleaner to capture them. Many portable air purifiers are limited to one room and may not address odors or microscopic pollutants effectively.

The strength of an air scrubber’s process is this: it addresses even the smallest of particulates throughout the home. This whole-home approach ensures that every room benefits from cleaner air, not just the space where a device is placed. This is of prime importance for anyone who, for health reasons, depends on the highest indoor air quality, including those with allergies, asthma, or compromised immune systems.

Call Your Air Quality Experts Today!

Properly maintaining the HVAC system in your Warren, OH, home helps it run effectively, which translates to reduced costs in both repairs and utility bills. Adding an air scrubber can further enhance system performance while creating a healthier indoor environment for you and your family.

For a free consultation on how to improve the air quality inside your home, call Wm. Price Heating and Cooling at 330.545.3722 or request service online. Our team is here to help you breathe easier and enjoy a cleaner, more comfortable home every day.