Gateway to the Hill Country, down a gravel drive
Dripping Springs calls itself the Gateway to the Hill Country, and US 290 bears that out. Off the highway and its side roads, older ranch homes and farmhouses on acreage sit next to fast-growing subdivisions. Many rural places run on a private well and a septic system, and plenty sit at the end of a long caliche or gravel drive.
What does country living bring indoors?
The same things that draw people out here show up inside the house:
- Dust from drives and land. Gravel, unpaved roads, pastures and new construction kick up fine dust that settles indoors and loads the AC filter faster.
- Heavy cedar. The hills around town are thick with cedar, so winter pollen season is intense, and oak follows in spring.
- Animals. Ranch dogs, barn cats, horses and chickens mean more dander, dirt and odor on boots and clothes.
- Rooms that sit unused. Guest houses, casitas and spare rooms stay shut and can smell stale by the time company arrives.
- Drains that rarely run. On a septic home, a guest bath or utility sink that sits idle can let its trap dry out, and sewer gas follows. Our guide on drains and dry traps explains the easy fix.
Each of these adds to your home's bio-load, the particles that collect in the air, on surfaces and inside the HVAC. What Is Your Home's Bio-Load? goes deeper.
How does the dry fog treatment work?
We use the patented Pure Maintenance VaPURE dry fog system. First, a very fine fog of a hydrogen peroxide and peracetic acid solution fills the house, and gentle positive pressure carries it into every room and closet and through the ductwork. On hard, non-porous surfaces it helps control the growth of odor-causing microorganisms, and the solution later breaks down into water, oxygen and vinegar. A surface protectant then follows by the same route.
Furniture and bedding stay dry, and the whole house is done in one day. A guest house or casita with its own AC can often be treated on the same trip, so mention it when you call. Our dry fog treatment page covers each step.
What happens on the free phone consultation?
Everything starts by phone. A team member asks about dust, pets and livestock, the rooms or smells that bother you, your HVAC system and filter, and any separate buildings you'd like included.
A written quote based on square footage follows the call, which costs nothing, and the decision is yours. Our crew comes out on treatment day.
Dripping Springs FAQ
Do you really come out to rural properties?
Yes, in town and out in the country, including places off Hamilton Pool Road and other long country roads. Tell us about gates, gate codes or tricky turns when you book.
Our house has a septic smell sometimes. Will the treatment fix it?
No. The treatment can help reduce lingering odors in the house, but it can't fix a plumbing or septic problem. Run water in every drain once a month first. If the smell keeps returning, have a plumber or your septic company check the system before you book a treatment.
How often should we change the AC filter out here?
Dusty homes often need a fresh filter every month, especially in cedar season, dry summers or near construction. If the filter clogs fast or the system struggles, our sister company Gold Eagle Services can look at upgraded filtration and coil cleaning.
We just bought an older ranch house. Is a treatment a good first step?
Often, yes, as a fresh start after moving in. A past leak or visible growth comes first, though. We don't perform or collect lab testing. If you'd like your air tested, or you've had a leak or visible growth, start with an independent state-licensed professional.
Helpful guides for Dripping Springs homeowners
- Drains and Dry Traps - stopping sewer smells from a guest bath nobody uses
- Moving Into a New Home: A Fresh Start - a checklist for your first week
- Pet Odors and Indoor Air - where ranch dog and barn cat smells hide
Book your free Dripping Springs consultation
Pure Maintenance Austin serves all of Central Texas, including College Station, Dripping Springs, Wimberley, Bee Cave and Kyle. Call 512-904-4646 or email IAQ@goldeagleservices.com to schedule your free phone consultation. We're available Monday through Saturday, 7am to 7pm.