You turn on the heating system in your home or commercial property, expecting to be greeted by a warm comforting flow of air. But all you can think about is the offputting odor coming from the vents! If it smells like gas, turn the system off immediately and call a professional. If not, read our guide to some other causes of common duct odors, and call a duct cleaning specialist in your area to find out more. (more…)
Archive for the ‘Duct Cleaning’ Category
What’s That Smell Coming from the Ducts?
Monday, September 28th, 2015 by Lisa PixleyWhat to Keep in Mind When Hiring a Duct Cleaning Company
Monday, September 7th, 2015 by Lisa PixleyExperts recommend getting your air ducts cleaned every 3 – 5 years, though this number varies depending on your needs. For the average home, this should be enough, but for an industrial or large commercial property that can accumulate dust quickly, you may need to get them cleaned more often. In any case, you’ll want to hire professional technicians for the job—who won’t try to give you less than you deserve. Here’s what you should keep in mind when looking for the right company for the job. (more…)
Why the Indoor Air Quality May Be Worse than the Air Outside
Monday, August 31st, 2015 by Lisa PixleyIn the last few decades, people have become much more aware of the effects they have on the environment. With each passing year, gas-guzzling vehicles are slowly phased out, as are industrial practices that drain our natural energy sources and pollute the environment. With all this focus on reducing pollution in the air we breathe outside, it’s easy to forget that your inside air may also be filled with contaminants. (more…)
What’s in Your Air Ducts?
Monday, August 10th, 2015 by Lisa PixleyIf you took a flashlight and shined it through a vent in your home, you would still only be seeing a very small percentage of the total length of the ductwork in your home. You may not be able to see them, but over the years a number of contaminants are bound to build up in the home. If you own a commercial or industrial space, this buildup can be significant, and even in a smaller home, it can amount to a lot of trouble for people with allergies and asthma. Professional duct cleaning targets contaminants, big or small, throughout the ducts. Take a look at what experts remove during a typical service. (more…)
The Air Ducts and Your AC System: How Ducts Impact Performance
Monday, July 20th, 2015 by Lisa PixleyTake a moment to think about all of the components that make your air conditioner work. There is an outside condenser unit, consisting of a large fan, a set of coils and the compressor that pumps refrigerant through your system. There’s an inside blower unit with a motor and an additional coil. And there is a thermostat that communicates to the system when to turn on and off. (more…)
Caring for Your Ducts after Duct Cleaning Service: Advice from Our Experts
Monday, July 13th, 2015 by Lisa PixleyScheduling routine duct cleaning service with a professional indoor air quality specialist may improve the quality of the air in your home. But the ducts can only stay clean if you continue to take the proper steps for maintaining them after an air duct cleaning service is performed. Follow our tips for proper aftercare following comprehensive duct cleaning service, and see to it that your air quality remains up to your high standards. (more…)
Are You Neglecting Your Ductwork?
Monday, June 29th, 2015 by Lisa PixleyOne of the most important parts of any residential or commercial HVAC system is the ductwork. The ducts have just as much of an effect on the air conditioning and heating in your home as any other component. Just as a broken-down compressor will keep you from feeling any cool air in your home, a collapsed duct will keep cool air from entering a room. And yet, when we think about common air conditioning issues, we rarely consider the state of the ductwork. (more…)
Think Your Ducts Are Safe from Dust and Debris? Think Again!
Monday, June 15th, 2015 by Lisa PixleyYou change the air filter in your duct system each month or every few months (depending on how large your home is and how often you use your heating and air conditioning system). This is supposed to help improve the quality of the air in your home. The filter traps small particles that may otherwise move into the ducts, many of which are common allergens and irritants. (more…)
What’s the Big Deal with a Little Dust in the Ducts?
Monday, June 8th, 2015 by Lisa PixleyAs an experienced team of duct cleaning specialists in the Minneapolis area, we know that most people don’t think about the state of their ductwork the way that we do. We only have health and safety in mind when we encourage homeowners to hire professionals to clean their ducts, but many people don’t really see the big deal. If you keep a clean home, there shouldn’t be too much dust in your ducts, right? We’re here to clear the air a little bit so that you can seek the proper indoor air quality services in your area. (more…)
Renovating a Home or Business? Don’t Forget to Clean the Ducts!
Monday, May 18th, 2015 by Lisa PixleyRenovating your property may be an exciting time, but as you will certainly notice, a lot of dust is created throughout the length of the project. The renovation process kicks up a lot of dust which can be a pain to clean up after. Confining dust to the area being worked on can be difficult, which is why professional air duct cleaning is often so important after a renovation. (more…)
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