Residential Duct Cleaning

Why Have Your Air Ducts Cleaned?

NADCA study, “Impacts of HVAC Cleaning on Energy Consumption and Supply Airflow,” shows regular HVAC inspection and cleaning lowers energy bills, improves comfort, and extends the equipment life. HVAC system cleaning proven to save energy and money

• Engery Savings — 41% to 46% increase in airflow (removing dust and debris)
• Improved Airflow — 10% – 46% increase in airflow (ensures indoor spaces reach desired temperatures and maintain comfort levels)
• Cost Savings — Increase in airflow less stain on equipment savings money on repairs & replacements
• Catch Hidden Problems — 174% boost in airflow after discovering a hidden blockage — something that would have gone unnoticed without a full HVAC system cleaning.

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What are the steps to residential air duct cleaning?

Residential air duct cleaning can happen in as little as a day when you contact a professional technician to help you with your ducts. If you are interested in learning more about the cleaning process, continue reading for a full breakdown of what we do!

Signs You Need Air Duct Cleaning

Before we head into the process, it’s important to recognize when you need your air ducts cleaned in your home. There are many different signs to look out for that will tell you the right time to call a technician. However, you can always call us to make an appointment and we will be happy to inspect your air ducts ourselves. Some things to look out for include:

• The registers and vent covers have visible dust
• Airflow is not consistent from room to room

The Technician Arrives

When our professional air duct cleaning technicians arrive, we follow a careful, step-by-step process designed to protect your home, your HVAC system, and your indoor air quality. Our technicians will arrive on time, in uniform, and fully equipped. We begin with a brief walkthrough of your home to review the areas being serviced.

The First Steps

The hose from the vacuum unit is tied into the air duct system near the furnace, so the first step will be to remove all the heat vents and cold air return covers and wash them in a mild, soapy, solution.

Preliminary Brushing

The next step is brushing—each opening is individually brushed and vacuumed in order to make sure you are getting every section of the duct cleaned. Special brushes are run through all the main truck lines (these are the big ducts in the lower level) and it is important to break dirt loose especially on the return side. To gain access to the main truck lines, small holes may have to be cut and then replaced with new sheet metal and sheet metal screws. However, the replacement will be beneficial because, in the end, you’ll have clean ducts.

The Main Event

After brushing, the main process will begin. To tap into the system with the hose to our vacuum we need to cut an 8″ hole in the main duct and attach the hose. During the process, we also need to make several smaller cuts in the ductwork (by the return which is the dirtiest part of the ductwork) so we can get our brushes in there and clean the returns thoroughly. When we’re done we replace all the sheet metal we cut with new sheet metal, sheet metal screws, and seal it. We make access panels that can be used in any subsequent air duct cleanings.

Now the high-powered vacuum is turned on and will start pulling the dirt out of the ducts. While the vacuum is running, the technician goes through your home with a high-powered blower which is put down over each of the openings, forcing everything down to where the main vacuum is pulling it out.

Last, But Not Least…

The final step is to brush and vacuum the furnace fan and fan cage area. This entire process will take about 3 hours. All work is guaranteed and our company is fully insured for your protection.