Air Cleaners & Purifiers

Why Air Cleaners & Purifiers Are Essential for Your Home

Indoor air quality has a direct impact on your health, comfort, and well-being. With pollutants such as dust, pet dander, pollen, mold spores, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) circulating in your home, breathing clean air is more important than ever. At Dor-Mar Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing, and Water Treatment, we provide advanced air cleaner and purification solutions to help eliminate harmful contaminants and create a healthier living environment for you and your family.

The Importance of Air Purification

Many homeowners assume their HVAC system’s air filter is enough to keep indoor air clean. However, standard air filters only trap larger particles and do little to remove microscopic pollutants, allergens, bacteria, and airborne toxins. Whole-home air cleaners and purifiers go beyond standard filtration by actively capturing, neutralizing, and eliminating harmful airborne contaminants.

Benefits of Installing an Air Cleaner or Purifier:

  • Reduces Allergens & Asthma Triggers – Eliminates airborne particles that cause allergies and respiratory issues.
  • Removes Odors & VOCs – Captures chemical pollutants from cleaning products, paint, and smoke.
  • Kills Bacteria & Viruses – Some air purifiers use UV-C light to neutralize airborne pathogens.
  • Prevents Dust Buildup – Reduces dust accumulation in your home, keeping surfaces cleaner.
  • Improves HVAC Efficiency – Clean air means less strain on your heating and cooling system, extending its lifespan.

Types of Air Cleaners & Purifiers We Offer

At Dor-Mar, we provide a variety of air purification solutions designed to meet the needs of different households and air quality concerns.

1. HEPA Air Filtration Systems

High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters trap 99.97% of airborne particles as small as 0.3 microns, making them ideal for homeowners dealing with severe allergies or asthma.

Best for:

  • Households with allergy or asthma sufferers
  • Homes with pets or excessive dust
  • Environments with high pollen counts

2. Electronic Air Cleaners (EACs)

Electronic air cleaners use electrostatic attraction to capture airborne particles. These systems are highly effective in removing dust, smoke, mold spores, and bacteria from the air.

Best for:

  • Homes with poor indoor air circulation
  • Households concerned about mold and bacteria
  • Smoke-sensitive individuals

3. Activated Carbon Filters

Activated carbon filters absorb odors, chemicals, and VOCs from the air. They are particularly effective at removing smoke, cooking odors, and chemical fumes.

Best for:

  • Homes with strong odors from pets, cooking, or smoking
  • Removing chemical pollutants from household products
  • Improving air freshness

4. UV-C Whole-Home Air Purifiers

Ultraviolet (UV-C) air purifiers use UV light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and mold spores. These purifiers don’t just trap pollutants—they actively destroy them.

Best for:

  • Reducing airborne germs and bacteria
  • Preventing mold growth inside HVAC systems
  • Improving overall indoor air hygiene

5. Whole-Home Air Purification Systems

Unlike portable air purifiers, whole-home air cleaners are installed directly into your HVAC system to purify the air throughout your entire home. They work continuously to remove pollutants before they circulate in your home.

Best for:

  • Homeowners looking for full-home air quality solutions
  • Reducing allergens and airborne contaminants in large spaces
  • Improving long-term HVAC efficiency

How to Choose the Right Air Purification System

Choosing the right air cleaner or purifier depends on several factors, including your home size, air quality concerns, and specific health needs.

ConcernBest Solution
Allergies & AsthmaHEPA Filtration System
Smoke & OdorsActivated Carbon Filter
Mold & BacteriaUV-C Air Purifier
Overall Whole-Home SolutionWhole-Home Air Purification System

Signs You Need an Air Purifier

If you notice any of the following signs, your home may benefit from an air cleaner or purifier:

  • Increased allergy symptoms such as sneezing, coughing, or congestion
  • Persistent household odors from pets, cooking, or smoke
  • Visible dust buildup despite regular cleaning
  • Frequent illness or respiratory discomfort
  • Mold growth or musty smells in your home

Schedule Your Air Purification Consultation Today!

At Dor-Mar we’re committed to helping you achieve healthier, cleaner air in your home. Our expert IAQ specialists will assess your indoor air quality and recommend the best air purification solution for your needs.

Call us today to schedule an air purification consultation and take the first step toward a healthier home!

Why Choose Dor-Mar for Indoor Air Quality Needs?

  • Trusted Since 1962 – We’ve been serving homeowners and businesses for over 60 years.
  • Certified & Experienced Technicians – Our team is licensed, trained, and knowledgeable about all AC systems.
  • Fast & Reliable Service – We offer same-day and emergency AC repair to get your cooling system back up and running quickly.
  • Upfront Pricing – No hidden fees, just honest service and transparent pricing.
  • Energy-Efficient Solutions – We help you save money by installing high-efficiency AC units that reduce energy consumption.

What You Can Do Today to Improve Your Home’s Indoor Air Quality

If your home seems to be filled with excess dust, dirt, or lint, you might want to consider getting an Ultraviolet-C germicidal light system installed to kill bacteria, viruses and germs, and a filtration system installed to remove all the excess particulates in your home’s air.

Call Dor-Mar today to schedule a whole-house air duct cleaning and a free consultation for improving your home’s indoor air quality.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: How often should I replace my air purifier filters?

A: Most air purifiers require filter replacement every 6-12 months, depending on usage and air quality conditions. HEPA filters typically last 6-12 months, while activated carbon filters should be replaced every 3-6 months.

Q: Do air purifiers really help with allergies?

A: Yes! Air purifiers equipped with HEPA filters and electronic air cleaners capture airborne allergens such as pollen, pet dander, and dust mites, helping to reduce allergy symptoms.

Q: Will an air purifier remove smoke and odors?

A: Yes! Activated carbon filters are specifically designed to absorb smoke particles, cooking odors, and VOCs, improving overall air freshness.

Q: Can a whole-home air purifier replace my HVAC filter?

A: No. A whole-home air purifier works alongside your HVAC system but does not replace the need for regular HVAC filter changes.

Q: Are UV-C air purifiers safe?

A: Yes! UV-C air purifiers use safe, contained UV light to neutralize airborne pathogens. They do not produce harmful ozone and are safe for use in homes.

Q: How do I know which air purifier is right for my home?

A: The best air purifier depends on your specific air quality concerns. Our IAQ experts can assess your home and recommend the ideal solution based on your needs.

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Dor Mar Heating & Air ConditioningExcellentDor Mar Heating & Air Conditioning4.6 Based on 1429 reviews fromSee all reviews review us onPaul BujdosoPaul Bujdoso ★★★★★ Bread was very professional and courteous.Response from the ownerThanks for the great review and business Paul levene Baughnlevene Baughn ★★★★★ Response from the ownerWe appreciate the 5-star rating! Amy GreenAmy Green ★★★★★ William MaysWilliam Mays ★★★★★ Response from the ownerThank you for the 5 Stars William! Fred HabenschussFred Habenschuss ★★★★★ Derrick did a great job repairing my HVAC. He was very efficient and explained everything that he was doing.Response from the ownerThank you Fred, for leaving a great review for your technician! Debbie CraseDebbie Crase ★★★★★ Response from the ownerWe appreciate the 5-star rating Debbie! Dana RidenourDana Ridenour ★☆☆☆☆ The worst service and job ethics I have ever seen in my life. How could anyone install a brand new air conditioner that has no Freon. Then there is this Stacy woman that works there very rude and threatening My wife saying she was gonna put a lien on her house. Five minutes after the work was finished she wanted a payment. I will never ever use that company again for anything, and I will not recommend them to anyone. They are a bunch of and unqualified refrigeration technician that I have ever seen.Carl OblingerCarl Oblinger ★★★★★ Technician was friendly, knew his job.Response from the ownerThank you Carl, for the great review! Lewis MillinerLewis Milliner ★★★★★ The DorMar technician, Wes Frasure, was very professional, knowledgeable, kind and respectful.Response from the ownerWe apprecite you leaving your tech a great review Lewis! Ashley WarnerAshley Warner ★★★★★ Jordan was great and addressed my concerns today with plumbing issues. I appreciated him taking the time to explain the issues and what needed to be done to fix it. He was knowledgeable and friendly. I will definitely be requesting to use him next time!Response from the ownerThank you Ashley for letting us know how well your appointment with our technician, we appreciate the kind words. Mike BookerMike Booker ★★★★★ Anthony came by today to replace my water heater I recently had install by Dormar. He was professional, courteous, prompt and very knowledgeable. I'm always thoroughly impressed at the level of professionalism by Dormar.Response from the ownerWe truly appreciate you Mike , for contiuning to choose Dor-Mar Home Services and always providing such wonderful reviews for your technicians! Vern JewettVern Jewett ★★★★★ The repair was successful. Zach was friendly and professional.Response from the ownerWe appreciate you leaving your tech a great review Vern! nicholas frostnicholas frost ★★★★☆ Said it would be 2 hours but tech was delayed. Canceled after no response for 4 hours. Customer service called me later tonight to apologize and offer to schedule service.Response from the ownerWe apologize if there was any misinformation given at time of booking , we guarantee same day service and provide a window for the appointment time so if someone told you an approximate time that wasnt how we typically book. We appreciate the honest feedback and are thankful for the good rating Nicholas! Jamie TifftJamie Tifft ★★★★★ Jordan is amazing! Super friendly and knowledgeable, solved my issue within seconds and gave me all kinds of info and recommendationsResponse from the ownerWe appreciate you taking the time to leave such a great review about your expirience with your technician Jamie! Paula ParkerPaula Parker ★★★★★ Response from the ownerThank you for leaving us 5-stars Paula! Brenda CorbettBrenda Corbett ★★★★★ Very prompt and professional,addressed the problem and resolved it.Response from the ownerThank you Brenda for taking the time to leave a great review about your expirience! JANET OGILBEEJANET OGILBEE ★★★★★ Response from the ownerWe appreciate the 5-stars Janet, glad we could provide you with great service! Jason WinterhalterJason Winterhalter ★★★★★ Response from the ownerThank you Jason, we appreciate the 5-star rating! Chris CChris C ★★★★★ Highly recommend , showed up next day for a minor repair on my air conditioning unit. Receptionist answered the phone " no leave me a message I'll call you back crap like other places" I will definitely be using them again. Also look at there website they do numerous other things. Thanks againResponse from the ownerWe truly appreciate you taking the time to leave a great review Chris! Shani CahillShani Cahill ★★★★★ Preston called me and went over everything with me. He was great.Response from the ownerWe appreciate the great review for our tech Shani! JANICE PIERPOINTJANICE PIERPOINT ★★★★★ Prompt and very professionalResponse from the ownerThank you for the great review Janice! Dan FaheyDan Fahey ★★★★★ Tech was thorough and explained all that he was doing. Appreciate his patience and willingness to explain everythingResponse from the ownerWe appreciate you taking the time to leave a great review about your expirience with our technician Dan! Jerry GoodmanJerry Goodman ★★★★★ Prompt, knowledgeable, and efficient. Cleared our clogged drain in short order. Highly recommend.Response from the ownerThank you for choosing Dor-Mar Home Services Jerry! We appreciate the recommendation! Bob KlemmBob Klemm ★★★★★ Response from the ownerThank you for the great rating Bob! Robert WilsonRobert Wilson ★★★★★ Very professional and efficient.Response from the ownerThank you Robert for the good review! H. EckertH. Eckert ★★★★★ Very goodResponse from the ownerWe appreciate the great review! Matt KeenerMatt Keener ★★★★★ Response from the ownerThank you Matt for the 5-star rating! Pam GroomesPam Groomes ★★★★★ Our service man Wes was on time, gave us a call he was coming, very courteous and did a great job. We continue to use Dor Mar for all our heating and cooling needs. I would recommend Dor Mar to anyone needed heating and cooling expertise.Response from the ownerWe appreciate the great review Pam! Stanley HortzStanley Hortz ★★★★★ DJ did a great job. Been using Dor Mar since 1986.Response from the ownerWe appreciate you taking the time to leave a great review Stanley! Karen KelleyKaren Kelley ★★★★☆ Calob Brewer was polite & was thorough in servicing my A/C. First time in 4 years that a DorMar Tech washed my A/C unit.Response from the ownerThank you for the good review of your technician Karen, if there is anything that'd help us to improve to a 5-star rating in the future please be sure to let us know! Marquita MooreMarquita Moore ★★★★★ I had my annual AC service check performed by Jayden today. He arrived at the beginning of my window of time which was great. He was informative all around, he told me what he was doing, he answered my questions, he was respectful and overall quick & efficient. Thank you Jayden for yet another great AC/HVAC check! I appreciate you!!Response from the ownerThank you so much Marquita for continuing to choose Dor-Mar and always taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review about your appointment with our technician! Ralph GilesRalph Giles ★★★★★ Technician arrived on time and did a great job. Very professional !!Response from the ownerThank you Ralph for the great review! Connie SteedConnie Steed ★☆☆☆☆ Waited all day the first appointment you gave me. No call from your office saying it was canceled. Then when called to see why no one showed up. You said wasn't on any appointment list. So I got on appointment a month later just to be charged 215.00. For your tech to tell me I need a new ac unit. Your company is a rip off. No star but you have to put 1 star to post.Response from the ownerUnfortunetly Connie, we are unable to locate you in oiur system to be able to look into your issue. If you could please reach out to kayden@dormarhvac.com or our main office @ 740-345-6639 so we may address these issues; it'd be greatly appreciated! T HartmanT Hartman ★★★★★ Response from the ownerWe appreciate the 5-star review! Valerie CoeValerie Coe ★★★★★ Response from the ownerThank you for the 5-star rating Valerie! American JusticeAmerican Justice ★★★★★ Response from the ownerThank you for the 5-star review! John HansonJohn Hanson ★★★★★ Response from the ownerWer appreciate you leaving us a 5-star review John! Swen A Hunt Sr.Swen A Hunt Sr. ★★★★★ Response from the ownerWe appreciate the 5-star rating! Joel GardnerJoel Gardner ★★★★★ We just had our yearly furnace check. Our technician Brian was courteous, efficient, and friendly. Dor-Mar has been keeping our furnace, AC, and water heater in top shape for over six years now.J.GardnerResponse from the ownerWe truly appreciate you leaving a great review about your expirience with us Joel! Ryan KnightonRyan Knighton ★★★★★ Mack and Jayden are the best technicians I’ve ever met. They will go way out of their way to help you make sure the job is done right. I can’t stress enough how awesome they are. Highly highly recommend. They’re the best. Mack and Jayden rule the world!! Thanks again from 116 s 32nd st. God bless you guys!Response from the ownerThank you Ryan for leaving your technicians a great review! John MorganJohn Morgan ★★★★★ Zack is an amazing technician. He is very good at what he does. Highly skilled. And quite honestly one of the most genuinely kindest repairmen I've ever had at my house. This was an exceptional experience from start to finish. Once again Dor Mar came through with a kind professional repairman that knew exactly what he was doing!Response from the ownerWe truly appreciate you taking the time out of your day to leave such a thoughtful review for your technician John! Cindy MitchellCindy Mitchell ★★★★★ Response from the ownerThank you Cindy, for the 5-star rating! Dee Ann NilgesDee Ann Nilges ★★★★★ Seth did a great job. I was so frazzled because we discovered out water heater leaking last nite. It was late, but I got the phone service for Dor Mar and they said they could schedule us for Wednesday. it was Monday nite. I said yes, but I didn't know how to stop the water. We finally figured out to stop the pump to the well. Then I got news that Dor Mar could send someone today, and I was so excited!! Seth got here looked at everything, gave us a very reasonable quote and we agreed. He found a second leak and fixed that. I am very happy with his work, and have calmed down from the nite before. Thank you SethResponse from the ownerThank you so much Dee for taking the time to leave such a detailed review about your expirience with us and your technician! Russell SmithRussell Smith ★★★★☆ Response from the ownerWe appreciate the good rating, if there is anything that will help us imrove to a 5-star rating next time wed appreciate the feedback! leslie hueyleslie huey ★★★★★ Steve, at Dor-Mar H&C did a great job, friendly, explain to me about my maintenance on my air conditioner. Put my air conditioner unit back on the slab of concrete better. Definitely would recommend them.Response from the ownerWe appreciate you taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review for your technician! Nancy RadebaughNancy Radebaugh ★★☆☆☆ Nice guy but he never got back to me about an estimate for the actual repair. He did zip tie one duct and I was charged way too much for just that.Response from the ownerNancy, it doesn’t seem that we charged you anything. Looks like Trevon was there yesterday to give an estimate on poor airflow. But we havnt charged you anything since your duct cleaning in March Christine JonesChristine Jones ★★★★★ Response from the ownerWe appreciate you leaving us a 5-star rating Christine! Scott RichmondScott Richmond ★★★★★ Response from the ownerWe appreciate the 5-star rating Scott! Betsy RussoBetsy Russo ★★★★★ Doug Snow and his coworker Tyler were absolutely wonderful professional and knew what needed to be done. Even though they ran into some unexpected problems all was taken care of and I am very happy with the entire process. I have absolute confidence in their work.Response from the ownerThank you so much Betsy for taking the time to leave such a great review for your technicians. We truly appreciate the customers like you! Andrew FagerstormAndrew Fagerstorm ★★★★☆ As far as I know, ac is operating as it shouldMail the (2) service call invoice copies to401 McIntosh DrHoward, OH 43028ThanksResponse from the ownerWe appreciate the good rating and we will be sure to mail you your invoices! js_loader

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