Duct Cleaning Frequently Asked Questions
What Is Duct Cleaning?
Air ducts are pathways in your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system through which cooled or heated air travels. Their role is to deliver air to the supply air vents ( responsible for controlling the indoor temperature) and return air from the rest of your home to your AC or furnace. An air duct system is referred to as ductwork.
Duct cleaning is essentially the process of removing various contaminants from your ductwork. These particles accumulate over time. causing your air ducts to become dirty and even clogged, which can negatively impact your indoor air quality. The contaminants that typically affect your ductwork include:
When performed by a qualified professional, duct cleaning not only improves the quality of your indoor air but also increases the overall efficiency of your HVAC system. You can't afford to have your indoor air quality compromised by these contaminants - Get in touch with our Durham duct cleaning specialists to have your ducts professionally cleaned, so that you, your family and/or your employees can breathe better quality indoor air.
Duct cleaning is essentially the process of removing various contaminants from your ductwork. These particles accumulate over time. causing your air ducts to become dirty and even clogged, which can negatively impact your indoor air quality. The contaminants that typically affect your ductwork include:
- Dust particles
- Mould
- Pet dander
- Vermin feces
- Air pollutants (e.g. chemicals)
- Allergens (e.g. pollen)
- Objects (e.g. toys) that obstruct your ductwork.
When performed by a qualified professional, duct cleaning not only improves the quality of your indoor air but also increases the overall efficiency of your HVAC system. You can't afford to have your indoor air quality compromised by these contaminants - Get in touch with our Durham duct cleaning specialists to have your ducts professionally cleaned, so that you, your family and/or your employees can breathe better quality indoor air.
What Are The Components That Make Up The Duct System In My Home?
The main components of your duct work are the following:
- Air ducts - These large metal pathways that serve to deliver and return air are connected to other components of the duct work, including the return and supply vents, the AC, the furnace, the plenum, and the flue. They incorporate duct transitions that help connect different ducts.
- Grilles and Registers - The difference between these two types of vents is that grilles are always open and don't regulate airflow, whereas registers incorporate dampers that can stop or slow airflow.
- Air handler - This large metal box serves to circulate and control cooled or heated air. Once cooled by your AC or heated by your furnace, the air is passed through this component which contains filter racks/chambers, dampers, and a fan.
- Plenums - Most HVAC systems have 2 plenums - one for supply air and one for return air, that help circulate heated or cooled air into the duct system.
- Flue - This component is required to convey exhaust gasses from a gas furnace or other heating/cooling system and vent air to the outside.
Do I Actually Gain Any Benefits From Cleaning My Ducts?
Yes, you do. Having your duct system thoroughly and properly cleaned by duct cleaning experts who adhere to the National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) standards as we do allows you to enjoy multiple benefits, including:
- Improved indoor air quality -- Breathe cleaner and fresher air
- Reduced symptoms associated with asthma, allergies and respiratory disorders
- Improved efficiency of your HVAC systems
- Lower utility bills
- Removal of odors and dangerous contaminants such as mold from your duct system
- Less maintenance for your AC and furnace
- Increased lifespan of your HVAC system
Does Cleaning My Ducts Eliminate Dust and Mold in My Home?
The short answer is no. Duct cleaning performed by qualified and experienced professionals effectively eliminates dust, mold, and other contaminants in your duct system, which has a positive impact on airflow, ventilation, and indoor air quality. It's worth noting that professional duct cleaning does not address the underlying causes of mold in your home ( moisture issues, roof leaks etc).
Is Duct Cleaning Worth It?
If you care about the quality of indoor air that you and your family or building occupants are breathing, and the idea of lower energy bills tickles your fancy, then the answer is yes - duct cleaning is worth it. According to NADCA, a 6-room home generates more than 40 lbs of dust per year. Dust and other contaminants are pulled into your system and re-circulated up to 70 times per day.
Breathing clean and fresh indoor air is not a luxury, but a necessity. Be sure to cater to your need by securing our trusted Durham duct cleaning services to thoroughly and properly clean your duct system.
We take great pride in providing best-in-class residential and commercial duct cleaning services in a timely and efficient manner, at the most competitive rates in the Durham region. Our highly-trained and qualified technicians are reliable, responsible, thorough, and always on-time to get the job done right the first time. Contact us today for a free and instant duct cleaning quote!
Breathing clean and fresh indoor air is not a luxury, but a necessity. Be sure to cater to your need by securing our trusted Durham duct cleaning services to thoroughly and properly clean your duct system.
We take great pride in providing best-in-class residential and commercial duct cleaning services in a timely and efficient manner, at the most competitive rates in the Durham region. Our highly-trained and qualified technicians are reliable, responsible, thorough, and always on-time to get the job done right the first time. Contact us today for a free and instant duct cleaning quote!
When Should I Get My Ducts Cleaned?
Professional duct cleaning is especially necessary when:
- You've noticed excessive amounts of dust, mold and other contaminants in your ducts, causing them to become dirty or even clogged
- Dust particles are visibly released into your home or building from the supply registers
- Your ducts are infested with insects or rodents
- You've noticed visible mold growth inside your sheet metal ducts or on other components of your system
- You've done recent renovations/remodeling
- You have an unfinished basement that causes increased dust buildup
- Your system only has the basic flat air filters
- *You've noticed reduced ventilation and airflow in a couple of rooms or throughout your home/building
How Often Should I Get My Ducts Cleaned?
As per NADCA's recommendations, you should have your ducts cleaned by a qualified professional every 3 to 5 years. If you have children living with you, pets, a compromised immune system, respiratory issues, it's in your best interest to get your duct work professionally cleaned more often.
A duct system with advanced filtration may need less frequent cleaning. Some of the signs that call for professional duct cleaning include excessive amounts of dust, the presence of vermin and vermin feces in your ductwork, and reduced airflow.
A duct system with advanced filtration may need less frequent cleaning. Some of the signs that call for professional duct cleaning include excessive amounts of dust, the presence of vermin and vermin feces in your ductwork, and reduced airflow.
What Are The Estimated Cost Of Duct Cleaning?
The cost of duct cleaning varies from company to company but typically ranges from $250 to $500, with an average cost of $375. The final price is influenced by several factors, including the size and type of your property, the number of HVAC systems and vents present, the extensiveness ad accessibility of your duct system, how dirty your ducts are, whether they are clogged and more.
If you're looking for professional, dependable, thorough, and affordably-priced duct cleaning in the Durham Region, then do not hesitate to get in touch with us at Durham Air Duct Cleaning. Contact us today for a free, instant, and no-obligation estimate on any duct cleaning work you may need for your residential or commercial property.
If you're looking for professional, dependable, thorough, and affordably-priced duct cleaning in the Durham Region, then do not hesitate to get in touch with us at Durham Air Duct Cleaning. Contact us today for a free, instant, and no-obligation estimate on any duct cleaning work you may need for your residential or commercial property.
What Is A High-Level Description of The Duct Cleaning Process?
The duct cleaning process involves several pre-cleaning and post-cleaning steps in addition to the actual cleaning. The entire duct system is properly inspected using the access doors and checked for asbestos. Our technicians will cut an 8-10 inch hole in the trunk line ( which creates negative pressure in the system) in order to thoroughly clean all duct system components using a special vacuum. The hole will be properly sealed at the end of the cleaning session when we also re-inspect the system. We install access covers that comply with NADCA standards.
Will The Duct Cleaning Process Leave A Mess?
The answer depends on the duct cleaning company you hire to clean your duct work i.e. if it's a reliable company, with a team of qualified technicians and the right equipment. When you choose to secure our trusted duct cleaning services, you can rest assured that no mess will be left once our work is complete.
At Durham Air Duct Cleaning, our qualified, experienced, and dedicated technicians are equipped with the most advanced, state-of-the-art duct cleaning equipment. We exclusively use vacuum devices that meet the efficiency standard HEPA ( high-efficiency particulate air). This means that the particulate air filters we utilize in our duct cleaning process remove 99.97% of particles with a diameter of 0.3 microns and their efficiency is even higher for particles both more or less than 0.3 microns.
At Durham Air Duct Cleaning, our qualified, experienced, and dedicated technicians are equipped with the most advanced, state-of-the-art duct cleaning equipment. We exclusively use vacuum devices that meet the efficiency standard HEPA ( high-efficiency particulate air). This means that the particulate air filters we utilize in our duct cleaning process remove 99.97% of particles with a diameter of 0.3 microns and their efficiency is even higher for particles both more or less than 0.3 microns.
What Are Sanitizers And Why Would They Need To Be Used?
Sanitizers are non-toxic, mild anti-microbial solutions that are applied to the duct system only when required. Sanitizers would need to be used when microbial growth is suspected or identified in the duct system.
How Long Does Air Duct Cleaning Take?
This depends on several factors, including the size and type of your residential or commercial property, whether it's a newer or older construction, whether you have pets, the number of vents, how extensive your duct system is, and more. The duct system in homes with pets and older constructions typically takes more time to thoroughly clean; in condos, townhomes, and newer constructions, it usually takes less time to clean.
A typical single-family home's ductwork takes between 90 minutes and 4 hours to clean properly, with a crew that consists of at least 2 duct cleaning technicians. At Durham Air Duct Cleaning, we strive to complete a duct cleaning session in the shortest amount of time possible, but without compromising the quality of our work.
If you have additional questions or looking for duct sealing, do not hesitate to get in touch with us by phone or via the online contact form.
A typical single-family home's ductwork takes between 90 minutes and 4 hours to clean properly, with a crew that consists of at least 2 duct cleaning technicians. At Durham Air Duct Cleaning, we strive to complete a duct cleaning session in the shortest amount of time possible, but without compromising the quality of our work.
If you have additional questions or looking for duct sealing, do not hesitate to get in touch with us by phone or via the online contact form.