AIR DUCT CLEANING

Not every air duct in the home has a replaceable filter, and even those that do are often overlooked. Professionally cleaning the air ducts is one of the best things you can do for the air quality in your home and for the health of your family. An annual HVAC inspection is critical, but the majority of people skip this important step—and in turn fail to realize just how dirty their air ducts become year after year.It’s virtually impossible for a non-professional to fully and safely clean their air duct system. Cleaning it requires industry-grade machines and skills. The National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) has created a standard process to ensure a complete, safe cleaning of air ducts that is only administered by pro air duct cleaners. Both the equipment and the chemicals used in air duct cleaning are designed with human (and pet!) safety and health in mind.

What Happens during Professional Air Duct Cleaning?

When a duct cleaning pro assesses the system, they will find any leaks, cracks, or particularly large buildup areas. Next, debris is loosened and removed with a variety of equipment. The key component of air duct cleaning equipment is the vacuum. A special, very powerful vacuum created solely for air duct cleaning is used. There are different types of vacuums, including truck-mounted and portable vacuums. Both types are NADCA approved and can be comparably effective when properly used. Sometimes a wet vacuum or hand-held vacuum is used depending on the type of air duct and the amount of cleaning required. “Access devices” are also used during a pro air duct cleaning. Getting inside the ductwork may require a number of tools, such as special drills or saws. Imaging devices are used in tandem with access devices to ensure the complete air duct system is cleaned. Access and imaging devices can be very small, and include tiny cameras, CCTV cameras, direct-view periscopes, or mirrors. Particularly complex or difficult to access ductwork might require a remote controlled camera that’s wheel-mounted in order to see the entire ductwork system. The exact sanitizers and chemicals used varies for each duct system and are chosen based on the type of buildup and its severity. It is especially important to use a safe removal method for mold to make sure the spores don’t become air-bound in the process. It’s common for air ducts to harbor dangerous pollutants such as allergens, mold, mildew, and smoke residue. Professional air duct cleaning at least once per year helps keep you and your loved ones safe and healthy while minimizing or even eliminating symptoms of allergies, asthma, and even eczema. In many cases, homeowners might not even realize their health is suffering because of poor air quality because their symptoms have been slowly progress. However, if you or someone in the home has regular sneezing, coughing, congestion, or watery eyes, dirty air ducts might be to blame. Plus, pro air duct cleaning helps your HVAC system be efficient and reduces energy costs in the long run.For a healthier home and optimal air quality, schedule your air duct cleaning in Utah today.