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Frequently Asked Questions

How do you clean Ductwork?

The techniques to perform Air Duct Cleaning are accomplished by following an organized specification specific to a particular HVAC system.  Often the method of cleaning is determined based on the accessibility to the inside of the ductwork.  Access to the ductwork may be limited because of a solid ceiling, cement floor or old acoustical tiles.  There may be an issue with reaching ductwork do to it's being high up off of the ground or in a difficult to access place.

We may also find obstacles that need to be addressed and worked around.  They may include, sheet metal screws, air flow dampers, turning vanes, reheat coils, fire dampers, fire probes, thermostats.   

Therefore the equipment that we choose to use may be a combination of various tools, hepa vacuums, pneumatic brushes and air compression to get the desired results for the job.

Why should we clean our Ductwork?

Human Health Concerns, Energy Management and Indoor Environmental concerns will be addressed.

Utility bills can be lowered

Allergy & Asthma sufferers can be helped.

Indoor cleaning can be reduced

Remove unwanted indoor pollutants; mold, fungus, bacteria and mites

How often should I clean my Ductwork?

In the commercial environment it is going to depend upon many factors affecting the building. Is there high usage of the space? What is the space used for? What is the desired level of cleanliness for the space? All of these questions and more should be discussed and a plan can be implemented to best suit the needs for the specific facility.

Some homeowners who are sensitive to their indoor environment have us clean their ductwork annually. Most people should have the ductwork in their home cleaned every three years.