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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Can I really get my ducts cleaned for $10.00/vent or $39.95 for a whole house special?

  2. How do I know I need to have my air ducts cleaned?

  3. How often should they be cleaned?

  4. What kind of filter should I be using?

  5. Should my air conditioning unit be maintained regularly also?

  6. Why should I choose a certified NADCA member to clean my system?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Can I really get my ducts cleaned for $10.00 a vent or $39.95 whole house specials?

        From our own experience, that is a big "NO". You get what you pay for.  Be very wary of "Blow-N-Go" air duct cleaning companies. Many of these companies are not licensed, certified or insured.  They use subcontractors, arrive in their personal vehicles and use small shop-type vacuums. 
        The risk of using a "too good to be true" duct cleaner can be disastrous.
      
        Insurance: Without liability and workers' compensation insurance, you will be responsible if someone gets hurt in your home.
        Equipment: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) performed studies that have found improper cleaning can do more damage to both the air you breathe and the equipment than if you had left the ducts alone.

        If you have used this type of company, we can help if your duct system requires additional remediation services after this type of service.

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How do I know I need to have my air ducts cleaned?

        Every home and business is different.  Many factors influence the hygiene levels of your HVAC duct system including the type and frequency and proper maintenance of filter maintenance, A/C component maintenance frequency (evaporator coils, blower motors, pan treatments, etc), duct leakage, humidity levels and structure integrity to name a few.
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How often should they be cleaned?

        The frequency of cleaning depends on many factors within the building, including the preferences of the home or business owner.  These factors can include:

►Renovations/Remodeling
►Flood or water contamination
►Allergies
►Pets
►Smoking
►Moving into a new home

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What type of filter should I be using?

        Fiberglass and hogshair filters are the lowest efficiency, retail filters available.  Check your filter by holding it up to the daylight - if you can see through it, the smallest particles can pass through.  A.D.A. offers Dustlok® filters to residential and commercial customers.

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Should my air conditioning unit be maintained regularly also?

    Yes, as you change the oil in your car every 3,000 miles or so, your air conditioning system needs to be checked out regularly.  We have found that maintaining your A/C unit twice a year, both before the major heating and cooling systems, can help keep your unit in good condition.

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Why should I choose a certified NADCA member to clean my system?

      Certified NADCA members abide by a mandatory code of ethics which states that we shall serve customers with honesty and integrity and uphold the NADCA standards and guidelines. 

    Certification from NADCA as Air Systems Cleaning Specialists (A.S.C.S.) demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of HVAC remediation practices.  In addition, certification also requires continuing education to stay abreast of developing HVAC technologies and cleaning methods.

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