## How Clean Ductwork Improves Indoor Air Quality Indoor Air Quality starts with clean ductwork. The ductwork is attached to your air conditioning and heating system, which delivers air throughout the home. If you haven't had your ducts cleaned in 3-5 years, your family is breathing in years of particulate build up. In the lab test of the debris in the ductwork, **60%** came from indoors and **40%** came from dirt and other organic materials tracked in from outside. That indoor **60%** included **skin cells, hair, pet fur & dander, dust, allergens & pollens, carpet fibers, candle & fireplace soot, bacterial spores, microbial growth, and more…)** When the AC or Heating system shuts off, the air-borne **particulates settle, build up and even grow** in the ductwork over the years. ‍ ‍ ‍ ‍ ‍ ‍ ‍ ‍ ‍ ‍ ‍ ### Benefits of Duct Cleaning #### Improved Breathing & Respiratory Health #### Removes Dander & Cleans Vents #### Reduces Spread of Virus and Bacteria #### Lowers CPS Utility Spend #### Reduces Dust & Particulates #### Extends the Life of Equipment ‍ ### Did You Know During a 24-hour period, a person loses almost five thousand million skin cells. The average person creates 1/3 ounce of dead skin each week. In a typical home, up to 40 pounds of dust is created annually just through everyday living. Homes with curtains, carpet, kids, multiple pets, smoke and normal cooking can accumulate even more. ### Dirty Ducts vs. The Rotobrush Our team of experts will HEPA vacuum and brush scrub each register grill, supply box, duct run and the return air intakes to dislodge and contain the debris that has built up year after year in your ventilation. Dust and debris have no chance against the most powerful Rotobrush to date – The "**BEAST**", has a system of rotating Bristol brushes with an attached HEPA (high-efficiency particle air) filtered, high-powered vacuum and a digital scope camera. Don't be lured into cheap cleaning deals that only use a negative air vacuum to suck out the dust. **Surface agitation** is the superior method. ### What the Yuck… Many people believe they are allergic to dust, but in many cases they are actually having an allergic reaction to dust mites. These mites eat the dead skin and their dead bodies and fecal matter cause allergic reactions in people. Up to 500 dust mites can survive on just 1 gram of dust. ### Recommended Additional Services to Pair with Duct Cleaning #### Post-cleaning Antimicrobial Sporicidal Sanitation Fogging #### Air Scrubber by Aeros, Whole Home, In-duct UV Light #### Dryer Vent Inspection and Hard Pipe Cleaning and Flex Replacement ### Ductwork & Dryer Vent Cleaning Pricing Service pricing is provided after the site survey and is based on home size (square footage), duct design, duct and equipment accessibility, number of units, and site preparation required. Starting at .55 p/sq foot. Ask about Maintenance Club Member discounts. ### [Call](tel:726-237-4131) to schedule your FREE ductwork, ventilation system consultation and dryer vent inspection ### Tips to Prepare for a Smooth Duct Cleaning To get you back to your regularly scheduled daily activities with minimal interruption and downtime, there are a few things you can do in advance to **prepare for theduct cleaning**. Taking care of these simple tasks before the team arrives will help ensure they can access and clean your ductwork thoroughly and quickly. | | | | --- | --- | | 🛋️ Move furniture blocking vents | Your duct cleaning tech will need to roll in a machine and put up A-Ladders to access all vents in your home. Make sure they can access. For your property protection, the techs and not allowed to move furniture. | | 🏠 Give a home tour | Make sure to show your technician all rooms of your home when they arrive. You don't want them to miss any vents. | | 🪜 Know where to find your HVAC system | Duct cleaning involves your air handler and plenums, which are usually next to your furnace. Clear a path to this equipment, whether it's in your attic, basement, garage, or utility closet. | | ⏰ Choose a convenient time | Duct cleaners will make some noise and need to visit all rooms of your home. So don't schedule your appointment during baby's naptime or your important Zoom meeting. | | 🐈 Secure pets | Keep pets in their crate or arrange for daycare the day of the appointment. The loud noise might freak them out, and your technician may open the front door frequently. | | 👉 Share areas of concern | If your child's bed or another sensitive item is directly under an air vent, consider moving it and covering it with a tarp. Tell your technician about areas you'd like them to avoid or pay special attention to. | | 🪛 They will remove your vent grills and vacuum. (they do not wash or scrub grills) | Your cleaner will take all your vent grates off to access the ductwork. They will also clean the vent grates – they have tools to remove and put them back safely. | | 🩹 They will fix small leaks | If your duct cleaner locates any visible air leaks in your ducts, they fix them if possible. If the repair is severe, they will prepare an estimate for additional scope of repairs. | | 🌪️ Expect minor residual debris | Air duct cleaning can create debris, but your technician will use drop cloths to minimize impact during the process. | | 😊 No tips, just compliments | If you're happy with the job, leaving a positive online review for the company is always nice. You can also share referrals with friends and neighbors looking to have their air ducts cleaned. |