FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT AIR DUCT CLEANING
Q: I received a
coupon in the mail advertising a low price. Is there a
difference in service?
A: YES - The companies
that charge a nominal fee - eg., "$139 whole house
special" - often send one man to do 7 or 8 jobs a day,
which does not allow enough time to do a thorough job.
These companies may also persuade the consumer into
unneeded services.
Q: What are some of
the benefits of having my duct work professionally
cleaned?
A:
Having the air ducts cleaned can significantly reduce
the amount of dust in the home or office. Once the ducts
are clean of debris, you should notice:
- Increased air flow
- Even temperatures from room to room
- Lower utility bills
- Improved indoor air quality
- Reduced allergy triggers
- Reduced frequency of house cleaning and dusting
Q: Are there any
health benefits that come from cleaning my ductwork?
A: YES -
Professionally cleaned and sanitized ductwork can reduce
mold, fungi, pollen, bacteria, and dust particles. These
contaminants are known to trigger allergies, asthma and
other health problems. By reducing the contaminants in
the ductwork, you are allowing the air that circulates
throughout your home to be cleaner, and therefore,
healthier.
Q: Will you get a
lot of dust in my house during the duct cleaning
process?
A: NO
- Our high powered vacuum trucks create a negative air
pressure throughout the system; removing all dust and
debris directly outside to the truck.
Q: How often should
I have my ductwork cleaned?
A: Typically every 2 to 3
years, however, this depends on the individual
circumstances. Reasons to consider more frequent
cleanings would include:
- Residents with allergies or asthma
- Smokers in the household
- Hair and dander from pets
- Water/Smoke contamination to the home
- After home renovations or remodeling
- Prior to the occupancy of a newly constructed home
(construction debris)
- Purchasing an existing home
Q: How long will it
take to clean the ductwork in my home?
A: This varies depending
on the size of the home and the layout of the ductwork.
An average size home can take between 2 and 3 hours with
two trained technicians.
Q: What are
sanitizers and why would they need to be used?
A: Sanitizers
are anti-microbial products applied to the interior
surface of the air ducts, designed to control microbial
contamination. Before any sanitizers are used, the
system should be thoroughly cleaned. It is critical that
any anti-microbial treatment used in your system be EPA
registered for the intended use in HVAC systems.
Q: What are
encapsulants?
A: Products that are
used to seal the inside of ductwork. Unique Duct
Cleaning. DOES NOT RECOMMEND the use of these products
except in very specific situations, such as fiberglass
insulation that has deteriorated.
