Whole-Home Air Filtration Systems
Pure Comfort installs Lennox Healthy Climate and PureAir whole-home air cleaners, filters and UV systems, chosen to clean the air without restricting your system airflow.
Pure Comfort Heating and Cooling is a Lennox Premier Dealer serving Streamwood and nearby towns.
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- UV lights start at $495 installed
- Media air cleaners $795 to $1,195 installed
- Whole-house humidifiers from $995 installed
- Matched to your furnace or air handler as one system
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Pure Comfort installs Lennox Healthy Climate and PureAir whole-home air cleaners, filters and UV systems, chosen to clean the air without restricting airflow. Air quality equipment runs $495 to $1,295 installed depending on the type. We are a Lennox Premier Dealer serving Streamwood and the Northwest Suburbs.
Reviewed by Gene Baldassano, owner and NATE- and EPA 608-certified HVAC technician since 2008 · Updated
How Whole-Home Air Filtration Works
Unlike a portable unit that serves one room, a whole-home filtration system is installed within or alongside the central HVAC system. As return air moves through the equipment, the filter or air-cleaning component captures selected airborne particles before conditioned air is redistributed.
Filtration can support a cleaner indoor environment, but it is not a substitute for source control, ventilation or correcting moisture problems. The complete indoor air quality picture matters.
Common Air Filtration Options
- Standard HVAC FiltersBasic filters primarily help protect heating and cooling equipment from debris. Performance varies with filter size, construction and rating.
- Extended-Media Air CleanersA deeper media cabinet can provide more filter surface area and may support improved filtration with less restriction than forcing a dense one-inch filter into a small rack.
- High-Efficiency FiltrationHigher-efficiency options can capture smaller particles, but they require careful attention to pressure drop, blower capability and system design.
- Supplemental Air-Cleaning AccessoriesSome systems combine filtration with purification or germicidal technologies. Their purpose, placement, maintenance and compatibility should be evaluated before installation.
Air Cleaners and Purifiers: Good, Better, Best
We install Lennox Healthy Climate media air cleaners, UV lights and in-duct purifiers, and the Lennox PureAir S whole-home purification system. Here's how they compare, from better filtration to cleaning germs and odors out of the air.
Media Air Cleaners
A deep 5-inch filter cabinet beside your furnace. Catches far more dust, pollen and pet dander than a thin filter.
- Lennox HCC16-28 or HCC20-28 cabinet
- MERV 11, 13 or 16 filter media
- Change the filter about once a year
UV Lights & Purifiers
Add-ons that go after germs, mold and odors that filters miss. They also keep your indoor coil cleaner.
- Kills mold and bacteria on the coil
- Reduces odors and airborne germs
- Pairs with any media filter
Lennox PureAir S
Lennox's top whole-home purification system. It senses air quality, talks to the Lennox S40 and cleans particles, germs and odors in one unit.
- Senses and reports air quality
- Filtration plus purification in one system
- Works with the Lennox S40 thermostat
Compare air cleaning options
| Product | Type | What it does | Good for | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Good · Media air cleaners | ||||
| Healthy Climate HC11 | MERV 11 media | Everyday allergen reduction | Homes with pets | Learn more ↗ |
| Healthy Climate HC13 | MERV 13 media | Captures smaller particles, including many bacteria | Allergy households | Learn more ↗ |
| Carbon Clean 16 | MERV 16 media | Top media filtration with ozone reduction | Asthma and allergy households | Learn more ↗ |
| Better · UV lights and purifiers | ||||
| Fresh-Aire APCO-X | UV + carbon | UV light and odor treatment in the ductwork | Odors, germs, mold | Learn more ↗ |
| REME HALO | In-duct purifier | Treats air as it moves through the ducts | Odors, germs, particles | Learn more ↗ |
| Fresh-Aire Blue-Tube UV | UV coil light | Keeps the indoor coil free of mold and bacteria | Coil cleanliness, efficiency | Learn more ↗ |
| Best · Whole-home purification | ||||
| Lennox PureAir S | Filtration + purification | Senses, reports and cleans the air | The cleanest air Lennox offers | Learn more ↗ |
Media cabinets come in 16x25 (HCC16-28) and 20x25 (HCC20-28) sizes to fit your system. UV lights and purifiers typically run $495 to $1,295 installed.
When Better Filtration May Be Worth Considering
A whole-home option may be useful when dust returns quickly after cleaning, the home has pets, occupants are sensitive to airborne particles or the existing filter rack is too small for the desired filtration level.
It can also be considered during HVAC replacement, when return-air and filter-rack changes are easier to plan as part of the complete installation.
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The Filter Is Only Half the Decision
Higher Efficiency Is Not Always the Better Fit
A higher filter rating can be helpful only when the HVAC system can move air through it correctly. A restrictive filter in an undersized rack may reduce airflow, create comfort problems and place additional strain on the blower.
Pure Comfort considers the home’s air-quality goals together with filter size, return-air capacity, media depth and equipment capability. In some homes, improving the rack or return-air setup matters as much as changing the filter itself.
Installation and System Compatibility
A whole-home air cleaner must fit the available return-air path and remain accessible for routine filter replacement. The cabinet should be sealed properly, airflow direction must be correct and the blower may need to be checked or configured for the added resistance.
If the existing return or filter opening is undersized, Pure Comfort can explain whether a larger rack or duct modification should be considered before adding higher-efficiency filtration.
Why Choose Pure Comfort for Air Filtration Guidance
Evaluates filtration as part of the complete HVAC system
Checks filter-rack sizing, return air and blower capability
Explains practical options without overselling equipment
Offers Lennox expertise while servicing all major HVAC makes and models
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a whole-home air cleaner and a standard furnace filter?
A standard filter often focuses on protecting HVAC equipment from debris. A whole-home air cleaner may provide more filter area or enhanced particle capture, depending on the system and media selected.
Is a higher MERV rating always better?
No. Higher-rated filtration can add airflow resistance. The best filter is one that supports the home’s air-quality goals without exceeding what the filter rack, ductwork and blower can handle.
Can whole-home filtration be added to an existing HVAC system?
Often, but available space, return-air layout, cabinet size and blower capability should be checked first. Some homes benefit from modifying the filter rack or return duct during installation.
How often should a whole-home filter be replaced?
It depends on the filter, system runtime, household conditions and manufacturer guidance. Filters should be inspected regularly and replaced before buildup begins restricting airflow.
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