
3 Signs That You Need an Air Cleaner in Your Home
Ensuring comfortable temperatures in your home is essential, but maintaining excellent indoor air quality is equally important. Various factors can affect the air quality in your home, some of which are beyond your control.
While you may not eliminate all environmental factors compromising indoor air quality, you can take steps to improve it, like using an appropriate air cleaner. Here are three signs you need an air cleaner in your home.
1. Excessive Dust and Dirt Buildup
Despite regular cleaning, struggling to keep your home free of dust and dirt could indicate the need for an air cleaner. If your usual cleaning routine is insufficient to rid your home of these pollutants, an air cleaner can help. Airborne pollutants may settle on surfaces in your home, contributing to dust and dirt buildup.
Causes of Excessive Dust and Dirt
- Insufficient Filtration: Your HVAC system’s air filter plays a crucial role in trapping airborne particles, including dust and dirt. If the filter is old or clogged, it may not effectively capture these particles, allowing them to circulate and settle in your home.
- Outdoor Contaminants: Pollen, dirt, and other outdoor pollutants can enter your home through ventilation systems, doors, and windows you leave open. Once inside, these contaminants can contribute to dust buildup on surfaces.
- Pet Dander and Fur: Pets shed dander and fur, which can become airborne and settle on surfaces in your home. If you have pets, especially ones that shed frequently, you may notice an increase in dust and dirt buildup.
- High Humidity: High humidity levels can create an ideal environment for dust mites to thrive. These microscopic creatures feed on dust particles and can multiply rapidly, contributing to dust buildup in your home.
Health Implications
- Respiratory Issues: Excessive dust can exacerbate respiratory conditions such as asthma and allergies. Breathing in dust particles can affect the airways, leading to coughing, wheezing, and difficulty breathing.
- Allergies: Dust can contain dust mites, pollen, and pet dander. For individuals with allergies, exposure to these allergens can trigger allergic reactions like itching, sneezing, and congestion.
- Irritation: Dust particles can irritate the eyes, nose, and throat, causing discomfort and exacerbating existing respiratory issues.
Effects on Home Cleanliness
- Constant Cleaning: Excessive dust buildup may require more frequent cleaning to maintain a clean home. It can be time-consuming and frustrating for homeowners.
- Aesthetics: Dust accumulation on surfaces can make your home look dirty and unkempt, even after cleaning.
- Difficulty Maintaining Cleanliness: Despite regular cleaning efforts, it may be challenging to keep your home dust-free, especially if the underlying causes of dust buildup are not addressed.
How Air Cleaners Help
- Improved Air Quality: Air cleaners can effectively remove pollutants like dust and pollen from the air, enhancing air quality indoors and ensuring a healthier living environment.
- Reduced Allergens: By removing allergens such as dust mites and pet dander, air cleaners can reduce allergic reactions and improve respiratory health.
- Easier Maintenance: You may need to clean less frequently with an air cleaner, as the cleaner will help eliminate airborne particles contributing to dust buildup.
- Healthier Environment: Cleaner air can lead to a healthier living environment, particularly for individuals with respiratory issues or allergies.
2. Aggravated Allergy and Asthma Symptoms
Airborne pollutants can worsen symptoms for individuals with allergies, respiratory issues, or sensitivities to certain pollutants. If residents in your home experience aggravated allergy or asthma symptoms, an air cleaner can significantly improve indoor air quality.
Common Airborne Allergens
- Pollen: Pollen from plants, trees, and flowers can become airborne and cause allergies in susceptible people. Their levels are higher during certain times of the year, such as spring and fall.
- Dust Mites: Dust mites are microscopic beings that feed on dead skin cells and require warm, humid environments to survive. Their feces and body parts can contaminate the air and trigger allergic reactions.
- Microbial Spores: Microbial growth can develop in damp and humid areas of your home, such as bathrooms and basements. Microbial spores can escape into the air and trigger allergic reactions and asthma symptoms.
- Pet Dander: Pets shed dander, which consists of tiny skin flakes. Pet dander can release into the air and trigger allergies in individuals with pet allergies.
Symptoms of Allergies and Asthma
- Sneezing: Allergens can irritate the nasal passages, leading to sneezing, which is the body’s way of expelling irritants.
- Coughing: Allergens can irritate the airways, causing coughing as the body tries to clear the airways of irritants.
- Wheezing: Asthma symptoms can include wheezing, a whistling sound produced when breathing, caused by narrowed airways.
- Shortness of Breath: Asthma and allergy symptoms can cause shortness of breath, making breathing difficult.
Impact on Quality of Life
- Disrupted Sleep: Allergy and asthma symptoms can affect sleep, causing tiredness and irritability during the day.
- Reduced Productivity: Allergy and asthma symptoms can make concentrating and performing daily tasks difficult, reducing productivity.
- Decreased Quality of Life: Chronic allergy and asthma symptoms can lower the quality of life, affecting mood, social interactions, and overall well-being.
Benefits of Air Cleaners for Allergies and Asthma
- Reduced Allergen Levels: Air cleaners can effectively remove allergens like dust mites, pollen, and pet dander, reducing exposure and allergic reactions.
- Improved Respiratory Health: By removing airborne allergens and pollutants, air cleaners can help individuals with allergies and asthma breathe easier and reduce the frequency and severity of symptoms.
- Enhanced Comfort: Cleaner air can ensure a more comfortable living environment, particularly for individuals with allergies and asthma, who may experience fewer symptoms in a cleaner indoor environment.
Considerations When Choosing an Air Cleaner
- Filter Type: Air cleaners use different filters, such as HEPA filters, activated carbon filters, and electrostatic filters. Choose a filter type that effectively removes allergens and pollutants from the air.
- Room Size: Consider the size of the room where the air cleaner will be used, as some air cleaners are designed for smaller rooms, while others are suitable for larger spaces.
- Maintenance: Air cleaners require regular maintenance, such as filter replacement, to ensure optimal performance. Choose an air cleaner that is easy to maintain to avoid issues with air quality.
3. Reduced Heating and Cooling Efficiency
Surprisingly, reduced heating and cooling efficiency can indicate the need for an air cleaner. Air filters can clog quickly if indoor air quality is poor. An air cleaner can help improve air quality, preventing filters from clogging and maintaining efficient HVAC system operation.
Impact on HVAC System
- Increased Energy Consumption: A blocked air filter can restrict airflow, forcing the HVAC system to work harder to maintain the desired temperature. It can cause higher energy consumption and increased utility bills.
- Reduced Lifespan of HVAC System: The strain caused by restricted airflow can shorten the lifespan of the HVAC system. Components may wear out sooner, leading to costly repairs or premature system replacement.
Benefits of Improved Air Quality
- Extended HVAC System Lifespan: By reducing strain on the HVAC system, an air cleaner can help extend its lifespan, minimizing costly repairs or replacements.
- Lower Energy Bills: Improved air quality and airflow can lower energy consumption, reducing monthly utility bills.
Importance of Regular Maintenance
- Filter Replacement: Regularly replacing air filters can improve air quality and prevent clogs, ensuring efficient HVAC system operation.
- Professional HVAC Maintenance: Schedule regular HVAC maintenance with a professional technician to ensure optimal system performance and air quality.
By addressing indoor air quality issues with an air cleaner, you can improve HVAC system efficiency, lower consumption of energy, and extend the lifespan of your HVAC system. Consider using an air cleaner to maintain a comfortable and healthy indoor environment.
Get An Air Cleaner Today!
Maintaining excellent indoor air quality can ensure your comfort and health. Consider an air cleaner if you’re experiencing excessive dust and dirt buildup, aggravated allergy or asthma symptoms, or reduced heating and cooling efficiency. Contact Goettl Air Conditioning & Plumbing to learn more about how an air cleaner can improve indoor air quality and comfort.
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What Our Customers Say About Us

Had Andrew come out to remove garbage disposal and repipe sink. He also swapped out 13 emergency water shut off valves in 3 bathrooms.
Andrew was professional, courteous and expedient. He did have to run out to get some supplies. He stayed until 7pm to complete the job on one trip.
May 2023 update. Technician Steve came today to do the summer rejuvenation. Friendly and professional tech. Explained the process and findings. Both systems are new, so everything checked out good. Did a god cleaning of coils and now all set for the summer season. Had them out for fall prevention service and to review the systems that are here. I just bought the house and needed to understand what was in place.
The service tech, Kevin was very knowledgeable, friendly and professional. He explained and provided photos and video of all components. He ensured keeping house clean and wore booties.
My second unit is not in the best shape, and Kevin explained each of the issues. I will follow up with service managér to determine next steps (repair or replacement).
I signed up for there service plan and am very pleased with the service and communication to date
12/21 Luis C came today to do routine maintenance on hot water heater. Professional and courteous. He did a through job and explained everything.
10/15. Juan came today and did a great job. He was professional, courteous and friendly. Was here for exterior water bid but also did a hot water heater. Took his time and explained everything.
10/22 update. Timothy was here to due furnace rejuvenation. Very professional, courteous and friendly. He did a very thorough inspection. Everything looked good, but did comment on lack of insulation as has been noted before. Did not have current code. But was ok. Explained the benefit of higher level/depth of insulation. Scheduled so as to get current rebates.
11/12/25. Calob came to install a whole house filter, purifier, water softener. Along with reverse osmosis in kitchen. Calob was was professional courteous and friendly. Very knowledgeable about the system and needs. He took his time and did not rush. He did run into a problem with the softener and worked it with the assistance of the home office. Calob left the place clean And all picked up. Great service and cheers the Goetrl!



Greg Sanches


He was prompt and very professional. As patt of my monthly maintenance agreement. He installed sensors for my furnace and hot water heater. He also suggested we use 20x25x3 filters in our return vent instead of the 20x25x1 filters that we used in the past.








Matthew came out very promptly, was very nice and did a great job. Will be using them again
Matthew came back out and did awesome!

Zack and his crew who did the tile work, made it look easy! We can't wait to try it out after the caulking and other stuff set up and dry out!

Thank you Jef, for helping me keep my home cozy and safe.





Update: 26 Aug 2025, Joel Jr. did an outstanding job explaining the plumbing systems and future recommendations. Thx Goettl!
Update: 6 April 2025. Ask for William, Aiden for plumbing and Juan for QC. If that doesn't work their managers , especially Jason , will offer a fair solution. All provided outstanding, experienced and expert services.
Update: 31 Mar 2025. Thanks Will Bloodworth for taking my call and ensuring that we received service...even on your day off!
Update: 20 Mar 2025. Thanks again Tyler L. for the great service!
Update: 21 Dec 224. Outstanding work performed by Richard.
Joseph provided us with excellent service and took the time to answer all of our questions!
UPDATE: Another big shout out to Andrew Arizola. Once again, with expertise and efficiency, Goettl showed up as promised. Andrew diagnosed the repair and resolved all of my sink/faucet/plumbing issues at a reasonable cost. It is always a breath of fresh air to work with fair and honest Plumbers/technicians. Thanks again, we appreciate it.


I especially want to give a shout out to Connor, who did the replacement, he was awesome. He was respectful and cleaned up afterwards. I even commented on how impressed I was that he was able to fit everything needed in a small space.
Overall I would recommend Goettl services especially in an inconvenient situation like mine. They will make you a priority.


Update-9/26/2025-Angel Zamora, Jose Torres, and Jonathan Saucedo are great assets to your team. You couldn't ask for better representatives for your brand. They were efficient and got the job done right. I really appreciate them.
Alex Nelson is the BEST! When I say I thought I was going to die from this extreme heat and Alex came along and saved the day, he did! Im so thankful he is honest and trustworthy! Thanks Goettl!!






This appointment was to check that my heater is working properly before winter arrives.





Today the HVAC team came with a coil cleaning and suggested maintenance. Steven and Jonathon were top notch. Courteous, professional and informative. If you want it done right, get Goettl.

Maintenance, I have 3 (three) units, Brandon
Completed the work in a reasonable amount of time, and gave a comprehensive overview
Of conditions , He was very courteous, with good appearance , and was careful of surrounding furniture.
I would rate him, Excellent.




















Given the extent of the work I need to get multiple quotes and some companies insist on expensive trip charges (one up to $500) to have a “specialist” assess before providing a quote for the work.
These guys were timely, transparent and uncomplicated. I appreciate Shane for quickly putting together an estimate before even leaving the house, providing multiple options at various price point and without pressure of upfront commitment.
I would feel confident moving forward with these guys. Thank you Shane!

Edit 07/10/2025: Matthew Lopez was super friendly and did an amazing job checking out our AC system and cleaning it.
Edit 03/15/2025: Dareen Guerra was super friendly and helped us identify what was leaking water super fast
Edit 12/17/2024: Frank McBride was great and fast
Edit 11/11/2024: Jeremy was great and helped us understand what was going on with our HVAC
Miguel was extremely helpful and quick to fix. 10/10 recommend Miguel and goettl

Rudy and Chris came by to check the water heater and they evaluated everything in great details, they were very professional and friendly.
Definitely recommend Goettl for home service.

8/18 update! We appreciate the ability of Goettl to come out ASAP which went from scheduled 9am next day to just 90 min after the call in. We have 2 AC units and the second one lasted 29 years, but it finally needed to go as of yesterday. We had Hunter this time and of course he was prompt, professional, thorough & informative.
6/2025 update: water filter installed - Max is fantastic! We needed some routine maintenance and he most certainly went above and beyond. Will ask for him again - don’t hesitate to ask for Max, or any of these professional, knowledgeable service providers!
Aaron was great. Kind, professional, thorough with work. We trust this company, and they provide quality. Appreciate their approach to service, and their respect for the clients. Recommend Goettl if you want quality work - quality isn’t cheap but it is affordable!

Frank was wonderful and he allowed us the opportunity to evaluate several aspects of our current circumstances with our water heater. Frank was friendly and professional and we look forward to working with him in the future. Thank you, Frank!


I have used Goettl for years. They are not the cheapest, but the work is always quality and the service and technicians top notch.




Kristian was super professional, explained all steps and fixed shower facet in a short time! My call was on Saturday, and wait time was within 1-2 hours; plus, company did not charge ‘emergency’ fees as many other companies do.
Highly recommend!!


I was so impressed I joined the maintenance program, so an additional shout out to Ryan Angle who completed my water heater service and plumbing inspection, same as the others Great Job… Thanks
Had my AC serviced yesterday, another 5⭐️ for Goettl, Brandon Moreno got everything squared away, Happy Summer 😎👍🏼🆒
Just had my winter service completed by Brandon Moreno, as always with Goettl 5⭐️ again, always courteous, friendly and professional. Happy Winter ❄️⛄️😎
Had a valve issue come up and ended up handling the situation myself, however the visit to initially assess and troubleshoot the problem with technician Ryan Angle was another quite pleasant interaction with the Goettl team. Thanks and Happy Holidays ⛄️❄️😎



Lupe was friendly, respectful, and really interested in what I had to say. He worked efficiently and told us of problems when they arose. Really glad he came!
1/2025
Dusty was an absolute pleasure to work with. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and committed to doing the job right. He was training a new tech and even with that added responsibility, his attention to detail was impeccable. I cant believe how great this company is to do business with. Hopefully we get Dusty again next time! Thank you!!
2024 John was absolutely amazing. From introducing the company and its history to walking through every unit. He was friendly and warm and extremely honest. I wish he could be my technician on everything in my house. Thank you John!!












Nov 22 2024: Seasonal maintanence check and I once again was fortunate to get Jacobi again. He is a well thorough service tech. Everything went smooth and he explained what he saw and did. A+++++
Mar 25 2024: My service tech's name is Jacobi. He is a very knowledable individual. He mentioned he does maintenance and installation. I was due a routine maintenance but for this call my furance wasn't turning on. He diagnosed and explained it was the blower. Very pleased with his work.
Aug 27 2020: Jeremy did a great job.Called when he was heading over. Cleaned out the dripping pan and cleaned out the drain pipe. Wore his mask while he was inside my house.
Great, fast service even on July 4 2018. Tony was my service tech. He diagnosed and got me up and running ASAP.

I highly recommend Goettl Air Conditioning and Plumbing! Shane Smith, their plumbing service technician, provided outstanding service when we needed a new water heater. He arrived promptly, explained all options clearly, and guided us through the process with professionalism and friendliness. Shane's knowledge and patience made our decision-making easy. We're grateful for his help and impressed by Goettl’s efficient, customer-focused approach. Five stars for Shane and Goettl.
Zach Carlisle from Goettl Air Conditioning & Plumbing did an incredible job installing our new water heater. His exceptional professionalism, courtesy, and expertise made the entire process seamless. Zach kept us well-informed, worked efficiently, and left our home spotless. He even took the time to educate us on water shut-off procedures. Zach truly embodies the values of excellent customer service and craftsmanship. Kudos to Goettl for having such a talented and dedicated installer!


Stacy arrived today. He was super knowledgeable and interested in answering our questions (which were abundant). Very friendly and not in any hurry to leave. He took his time to explain what he was doing. He pointed out a dangerous situation with our surge protectors. We had fried wires! We ended up having them replaced right on the spot. We were so impressed with him that we will be requesting him next time we're due for our routine check up. Thank you,
Stacy!
James Jacobson was outstanding with his knowledge and took his time explaining every detail.
Julian and Devin arrived to do the Water Jetting and they were outstanding! I was impressed and I Highly Recommend them.



Thank you,
Greg Sanches









Addendum: Furnace inspection on hold until vents can be don; but new Furnace/AC coming in soon.
Round two: Plumbing with Skip Yonker!!
Thank you Skip for making the whole process more understandable! Very informative and got right to work!! He explained and confirmed what Pablo had pointed out originally. New Water heater coming soon.
Round three: Furnace/AC in!!! Thank You Marco and Rafael for coming in extra early to get started! Had work today but they stayed and got everything installed. I honestly felt very comfortable leaving them here to get the job done!
I have recommended you to two friends already!! They will be calling you soon ☺️
Round four: New water heater pending. To be completed Friday!! Super excited!!



She showed up even late in the evening completely focused and energized. Completely knowledgeable and able to provide complete assessments of my system. I want her back every single visit now 🙏🙏🙏.
I highly recommend the Sadie watchdog program!!! 👍👍👍

































This past week our service technician was Andrew Morgan and he is such a friendly, knowledgeable, and skilled technician. He spent time making sure the job was done correctly and he explained it in terms that I could understand. Not only is our unit functioning even better than before, I also gained knowledge of how the system works.













I highly recommend Goettl as this is the second time l've used them in less than a year. (2 seperate issues)... and I highly recommend them..anytime and anyday.
They have exceeded to top any expectations I could have ever had with any company.


Jerry also noticed our water pressure was low after flushing toilet then trying to wash hands in bathroom sink which were so he suggested a new pressure regulator as we have had a new better water conditioning system installed. We now have the best water pressure even when using a shower and kitchen sink faucet at the same time. Also Jerry is a master plumber and we appreciate his knowledge and experience. Will definitely call Goettl again when a plumber is needed.
Ralph & Kathy Lesmeister



Darean Guerra today. He arrived on time and took the time to explain what he was going to do. He was very knowledgeable which helped me trust what he was doing. He left his work area clean. I am very pleased with his work.




Now we have a new flange, installed correctly, and ready for the new toilet!







The company is installing a tankless heater and the customer service is outstanding.
I recommend Geottl to all!


They made sure my carpet was covered and when they were all through they cleaned up perfectly
I would recommend your company to anyone looking to put in a new air conditioner.
Thank you so much for all you did for me.
Sincerely, June Jones

And I would highly recommend the company and the quality technicians like Jarod.
Jarod is the go to if you want excellent
Customer service and communication for any AC related issues. He is very knowledgeable, personable and trustworthy. I am grateful and satisfied.







They listened to my issue, were very through, checked for leaks, etc. I’ve lived in Lakeway for 30 years, used MANY local plumbers - but Goettl will definitely get all my business moving forward. HIGHLY recommend!
Ty, Wil & Adrian!

Everyone from the Goettl sales representative Christian, Tech / Advisor Josias recommended a HVAC A/C and Heating system replacement. Technicians team Veronica and her partner.


Jeremy Canchola serviced our mini-split today with the usual Goettl efficiency and professionalism.
Highly recommended!


Hopefully, we will get Jack for our next service call.






