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General

Q: What is Clairity?

Clairity is a portable indoor air-quality (IAQ) assessment and monitoring system that measures CO₂, VOCs, PM1/PM2.5/PM10 in individual rooms. It provides data-driven insights without requiring building Wi-Fi, IT involvement, or permanent installation.

Q: Who is Clairity designed for?

Clairity is designed for schools, commercial buildings, small businesses, property managers, medical offices, and facility operators who need room-level environmental data to evaluate ventilation, occupant comfort, and HVAC performance.

Q: How does Clairity work?

Each portable sensor logs environmental data locally for 24–72 hours (or continuously for monitoring deployments). Data is processed through Clairity’s offline pipeline and interpreted in a structured, evidence-based report and dashboard.

Deployment & Setup

Q: Do I need building Wi-Fi or IT approval?

No. Clairity operates on an isolated network using its own travel router. It does not interact with building networks or systems, so IT approval is typically not required.

Q: How long does setup take?

Portable sensors generally require less than 2 minutes per room. You place the device, connect power, and it begins logging automatically.

Q: Is installation permanent?

No. There is no drilling, mounting, wiring, or HVAC integration. All equipment is portable and can be relocated or removed without altering the building.

Q: How many sensors do I need?

One sensor per room is recommended to capture accurate room-specific ventilation and occupancy patterns. Larger or unusually complex rooms may benefit from additional sensors.

Audit Process

Q: How long does an audit take?

Most audit cycles run 24–72 hours, depending on building size, occupancy patterns, and the variability of airflow and ventilation conditions.

Q: When will I receive results?

Most reports are delivered within 1–3 days after equipment pickup, depending on the number of rooms and the complexity of the analysis.

Q: What does an IAQ audit include?

A standard audit includes:
– CO₂ pattern analysis and ventilation adequacy
– VOC exposure patterns and source inference
– PM1/PM2.5/PM10
– Time-of-day environmental trends
– Occupancy influence modeling
– Room-level recommendations for ventilation, scheduling, filtration, or operational adjustments

Q: Do you measure mold?

Clairity does not directly measure mold spores. Instead, it identifies environmental conditions that correlate with elevated mold risk (humidity cycles, stagnant air patterns, and condensation risk) and provides recommendations to reduce that risk.

Technical Specifications

Q: What metrics do the sensors track?

Clairity sensors track:
– CO₂ concentration
– Total VOC index
– PM1/PM2.5/PM10
– Air-change proxy indicators derived from CO₂ decay curves

Q: How accurate are the sensors?

Clairity uses industry-validated non-dispersive infrared (NDIR) CO₂ sensors and metal-oxide VOC sensors that are calibrated for long-term stability and consistent performance in occupied spaces.

Q: Do sensors store data if internet is unavailable?

Yes. All data logging is offline by design. Sensors store measurements locally, and internet connectivity is not required for normal operation.

Q: What power source do the sensors use?

Sensors run on low-voltage power, typically via USB-C or a compatible battery bank, depending on the deployment model. This makes them safe and easy to deploy in classrooms and offices.

Monitoring vs. One-Time Audit

Q: What is the difference between an audit and continuous monitoring?

Audit: A one-time analysis of selected rooms for 24–72 hours, followed by a comprehensive report.
Monitoring: Long-term weekly or monthly deployments with continuous dashboards, trend tracking, and optional alerts for ongoing IAQ management.

Q: Can I rent sensors for ongoing use?

Yes. Clairity offers month-to-month leasing and longer-term monitoring programs for schools, offices, and property portfolios that require continuous IAQ visibility.

Q: Do you provide volume discounts?

Yes. Discounts apply to multi-room audits, multi-building monitoring programs, and district or portfolio-level contracts.

Reporting & Dashboard

Q: What will the final report show?

The final report includes:
– Ventilation adequacy ratings per room
– Comfort profiles for temperature and humidity
– VOC patterns and potential source indicators
– Time-of-day and occupancy-related trends
– High-resolution charts for each metric
– Room-specific, actionable recommendations

Q: How is data interpreted?

Clairity uses validated thresholds from standards and guidelines such as ASHRAE 62.1, CDC ventilation guidance, and EPA IAQ best practices to interpret measurements and prioritize recommendations.

Q: Do I need technical expertise to understand the dashboard?

No. Each chart and metric is accompanied by a plain-language explanation and a clear recommendation so that non-technical stakeholders can understand and act on the findings.

Safety & Compliance

Q: Is Clairity safe in classrooms and offices?

Yes. Devices are low-voltage, silent, and self-contained. They do not alter building wiring, HVAC systems, or existing network infrastructure.

Q: Does Clairity collect personal data?

No. Sensors do not record audio, video, Wi-Fi traffic, MAC addresses, or any personally identifying information. Only environmental data is collected.

Q: Does Clairity comply with district or corporate IT policies?

Yes. Clairity equipment operates on a private, isolated network and stores data locally. Because it does not touch the building’s network, it typically falls outside standard IT risk categories.

Pricing & Contracts

Q: How much does an IAQ audit cost?

Baseline pricing is $399 per room for a standard IAQ audit, with volume discounts available for larger deployments.

Q: How much does monitoring cost?

Monitoring typically starts at $99 per month per building, depending on the number of sensors, rooms covered, and reporting requirements.

Q: Is there a long-term contract?

Audits are one-time engagements. Monitoring can be structured as month-to-month or annual agreements, depending on your needs.

Q: Do you provide enterprise or portfolio pricing?

Yes. Districts and multi-site property portfolios can receive custom proposals tailored to the number of buildings, rooms, and desired support level.

Logistics & Support

Q: How do I schedule an audit or demo?

You can schedule a demonstration or audit through the Clairity website or by direct email. Availability is typically within 3–7 days, depending on location and scheduling.

Q: Can Clairity help identify HVAC problems?

Yes. While Clairity does not perform HVAC repairs, its data can highlight ventilation issues, scheduling mismatches, or uneven airflow patterns so that maintenance teams can target interventions more accurately.

Q: What if we only want to test one room?

Single-room audits are available and include the same detailed reporting and recommendations as multi-room deployments.

Q: Who sets up and retrieves the sensors?

A Clairity technician typically handles deployment and pickup. In some cases, a self-install kit and remote guidance can be provided to on-site staff.

Purchase, Rental, and Ownership

Q: Can we buy the sensors instead of renting them?

Clairity primarily provides sensors through audits and monitoring programs. Full hardware ownership can be evaluated on a case-by-case basis for enterprise or district-level clients.

Q: Do sensors require calibration?

Yes. Sensors are automatically calibrated on deployment and can be recalibrated during monitoring cycles to maintain accuracy over time.

Q: Is there a warranty?

All sensor hardware used in active Clairity engagements is covered for operational faults and failures during the term of the agreement.

Troubleshooting

Q: What if a sensor is unplugged or loses power?

Once power is restored, data logging resumes automatically. In monitored deployments, outages can trigger internal alerts so the issue can be corrected quickly.

Q: What if rooms have inconsistent airflow or extreme fluctuations?

These patterns will appear clearly in the dashboard and report. Clairity will highlight affected rooms and provide targeted recommendations (for example, schedule changes, ventilation adjustments, or filtration upgrades).