The Guide To Air Duct Cleaning

The guide would be incomplete without mentioning that you would need efficient tools and equipment to clean your house. Professionals mostly come with their own equipment and chemicals to clean the space. Now that we have gotten this down, let us proceed with how to clean each and every part of your system.

Opt for the prior inspection:

Usually, a residential HVAC system does not require prior inspection, but if you own a  commercial property, you need to be extra cautious. Prior inspection is mandatory as it helps the vent cleaning experts understand the core problem. They will tell you to remove the asbestos-containing materials, such as register boots and insulation features in the heating and cooling system. If the asbestos-containing materials are not removed it will cause serious disaster. 

Start with the dirtiest corner:

The dirtiest corner of the HVAC demands the best of cleaning. It is better to do dryer vent cleaning in the first place because it is in the interior zone and accumulates most of the dirt, grime, and lint. Vacuuming it will help take out the excess dirt. Remove the trapped dirt, so that it’s easy to clean it up. 

Remove the Blinds & Shades:

You need to remove the blinds or shades during air duct cleaning procedures. You can also cover the blinds and curtains if there’s no time to remove these. After you have done it, you need to lower or add the blinds as well as vinyl shades. Don’t forget to dust them, once the duct cleaning is done.  Finish the whole procedure by vacuuming the fabric shades as well as drapes. 

Clean the walls:

Once the dryer vents and air filters are cleaned, you will see there are  annoying stains and lint accumulated on the walls. Because, during ductwork cleaning many debris come out of the vent and deposit on the wall. It’s recommended to  wipe them down as soon as the cleaning is done. This will help keep your walls free of greasy fingerprints, dust as well as strains. To do so, you need a soap-free solvent and wipe it down using a soft cloth. To make the cleaning procedure fast and effective, you must start from top to bottom. While you are at it ensure that you wipe the door frames and baseboards too. 

Don’t forget the musty carpets:

Your carpet holds the power to liven up your room. So, refresh your carpets in between the duct cleaning by using a portable carpet cleaner. You may use a rotating brush for maximum cleanliness. To rid your carpet of any greases, if you have any, you need to sprinkle the baking soda or carpet deodorizer. By doing so, you will be removing the grease stains easily while  neutralizing the bad odors.  Use a soft brush, work the baking powder into the carpet and then let it sit for at least 30 minutes. Vacuum the baking powder of the carpet using any fresh bag or clean dirt cup.

De-stinking your kitchen is a thing:

HVAC systems in the kitchen require deep cleaning because the ductwork in these systems is the prime source of the annoying stink. Also, clogged ducts cause fires. Get the professionals for duct cleaning in the kitchen. 

Microwave in the kitchen stinks the most when the pores are clogged. Also there’s a  pesky stain on their microwave that isn’t easy to get rid of. It’s better to get the professionals’ help for cleaning this. Although cleaning microwave falls under the package of duct cleaning costs.