Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a system to suit our house?

Our Quality Air ventilation Systems can be taylor made to suit any size or shape home from a house with no ceiling cavity, one bedroom flats to a ten bedroom three level mansion. All houses are individually evaluated at no extra cost.

How much do these systems cost to run?

A Quality Air ventilation Systems will cost around $1-2 a month. If a heater is installed this can be as little as $20 per month.

Will the ceiling vents be noticeable?

Quality Air have a large range of vents available for every situation.

Why is it better than opening a window?

Having a Quality Air ventilation System will allow you to leave your windows closed to increase security while you are away or sleeping. At the same time pumping clean, fresh air into your home while reducing moisture and preventing unwanted dust, pollen and insects into your home.

How long will it take to install a complete system?

Between one to four hours depending on the system required.

Do I have to leave doors open at night?

To allow the system to circulate clean fresh air throughout the house doors are to be left open or alternatively separate vents may be installed within these areas required where doors need to be closed.

Will the Quality Air ventilation System make our house easier to heat?

By replacing moisture laden air with dry fresh air and recovering the heat from your roof space will certainly reduce costs in heating your home. Heating dry air is far easier than heating water laden air.

Research has found that fibreglass insulation is reduced by up to 40% by introducing only 1.5% moisture content and performing below the advice of the New Zealand building code.

Will I need a heater with my Quality Air ventilation System?

It's most important to have the correct balance between heat & ventilation to eliminate condensation. We can advise you if your current heating is sufficient for your needs. If not we have a range of heater units, which can be added at a later date without replacing your existing system.

What's the difference between a Quality Air ventilation System and a dehumidifier?

• A Quality Air ventilation system costs less and services your entire home.
• A Quality Air ventilation system creates less noise while cheaper to run.
• A Quality Air ventilation system takes up no room and removes dampness under normal conditions operating automatically.
• A Quality Air ventilation system provides fresh air without opening windows and doesn't require emptying water containers.
• A Quality Air ventilation system can heat in the winter and cool in the summer.

Is a Quality Air ventilation System better than opening windows?

A Quality Air ventilation system supplies constant ventilation without losing heat, while securing your home.

What maintenance is needed?

Your filter will need to be cleaned/changed once a year unless you live in a very dusty area. Quality Air place the filter as close to the roof access as practical and provide an easy slide in and out filter housing reducing time and requiring no tools and need very little know how to do so.

Quality Air provide a filter replacement service if you do not wish to do this job yourself this service can be provided for you at minimum cost whilst servicing the system at the same time.

How long will the Quality Air ventilation System take after installation before removing condensation?

Before removing condensation many customers notice a dramatic change in the first week of operation. This varies on the moisture already built up over the years and the size of your home plus weather conditions at the time of installation.

Is outside air wetter than the air inside?

Air inside is damper, holding water in the carpet, curtains etc. and we add to the moisture on a daily basis using dishwashers, un-flued gas heating, showers etc.

By diluting the damp air inside with drier air from outside (also dried by a Quality Air heater system) a warmer, drier dwelling is produced making a healthier environment.