People are often troubled with their house duct. The duct is supposed to be a media which brings fresh air into the house and replaces the unclean air to the outside of the house. However, it sometimes brings polluted air which may be exhaled by the people inside the house. The cleanness of the duct determines how clean and healthy the air is. Unclean air which is brought by duct caused by the dirt, debris and dust which may irritate allergies, and may also hamper the fresh air which travels through the air duct system. The unclean air is something disturbing since it will make people who inhale the air annoyed and even get sick. Therefore the duct needs to be cleaned regularly to avoid this annoyance and disturbance come in our house.
However, cleaning ducts by ourselves consumes a lot of time and needs a thorough work which it is something weary. The assist of a company or someone who is capable and regular duct cleaning is helpful for home owners. The service of the duct cleaner company is recommended since the company uses effective tools to clean the duct as well as removing debris and dust. Most of the duct cleaning service companies provide their professional cleaner who can keep the cleanness and guarantee the safety use of the duct.
Ducts are used in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) to deliver and remove air. They are important tools for houses and offices since they can flow healthy and fresh air for the occupants of a house or office. The effective and clean work of the duct is very important factor since it can make the life of people healthier and fresher than using the duct which works ineffective. Therefore, it is required to clean and maintain the ducts to keep its effective and stable work. In order to get the best result of the cleanness and effectiveness of the duct, someone is recommended to get the service of duct cleaning company.
However, choosing the best duct cleaning service company is not an easy thing to do. You should make an intensive and deep research to get the best available company. By browsing through internet, you will obtain a lot of information about various duct cleaning service companies. Their service can range from complete HVAC cleaning to a duct cleaning service. It is recommended for people who want to get the service of a duct cleaning service company to check its professionalism and reliability in providing the services. Check the price and compare with the other companies price to get the most affordable service. However, obtaining detail information from the company’s website is something worth-taking to assure how competent and satisfying the service is.
We have seen a few carpet cleaning companies start to offer duct cleaning in the Twin Cities over the past few months. Sounds convenient, but is it in your best interest? At first glance, you might think it is a match made in heaven. the company comes out and cleans your carpets and will provide duct cleaning at the same time. Very convenient, right? Maybe not.
Our Air Duct Cleaning Equipment Fills the Service Truck
The first question I have is, knowing how much room our duct cleaning equipment takes up, how will they fit everything on their trucks? The next concern I have is are the carpet cleaners using the same equipment for both projects? If so, what type of system is it? You certainly don’t want water or steam in your metal ductwork!
Carpet Cleaners also Trained to be Duct Cleaning Technicians?
Our air duct cleaning technicians are well trained in cleaning air duct work and have worked along side skilled service technicians for a long time before they are allowed to become the lead duct cleaning technician. Who is training these carpet cleaners and how are they being taught?
Unless you ask a lot of questions, get a referral from a friend or neighbor, I would advise making two seperate appointments. That would hopefully be the case with the carpet/duct cleaning company anyway. I would like to think that they would schedule two different teams, one appointment to clean the carpets, the other to clean your air ducts. If that’s the case you have really gained nothing. Might as well just call the pros. Call 612-412-1867 to get on the schedule
In this post I will try to give an unbiased view regarding the pros and cons of duct cleaning. Having been involved in the duct cleaning industry for so many years it might be a little difficult though, due to the fact that I have heard so many positive reports.
Duct Cleaning, the Pros and Cons
First the Pros:
- Source Removal – If you get rid of the “source”, you will get rid of the problem.
- Clean Air – It only stands to reason; if your ducts are clean the furnace and air conditioner won’t blow it around your home.
- Health Benefits – Ask any allergist, or allergy sufferer.
- Very Affordable – For as little as $99 you could have all the air ducts in your home cleaned.
Fast and Efficient – With two duct cleaners, the process should take less than an hour for a typical home with just one furnace.
- No Haggling Over Prices – Unlike other domestic services, duct cleaning should be easy to bid over the phone. Nowadays, most duct cleaning companies will give you a price quote over the phone.
Now the Cons:
- Duct Cleaning Cost – How clean is “clean”? Duct cleaning prices range from $69 – $1,000. This creates a lot of confusion, because the typical homeowner can’t inspect the work.
- Discount Duct Cleaning – Beware of any company offering $10 off, or $50 off. What is the real duct cleaning cost? Ask $10 off of what price?
- Per Vent Pricing – Most homeowners are unaware that their home may have 15-30 vents. Even at $10 per vent, this ads up fast.
- Duct Cleaning Scams – As in any business, duct cleaning companies will pop up from time to time and try to take advantage of unsuspecting homeowners.
- Incomplete Cleaning Methods – Look for companies that will give you a “Whole House Price”. You should be able to provide basic information about your heating and cooling system over the phone and get a price quote. If the duct cleaning company wants to come out to your home to give you a bid, hang onto your wallet!
I hope this post has given you a little insight into the pros and cons of duct cleaning. Remember to always check with consumer watch-dog groups and do a little homework before you hire any contractor to do any type of work in your home. You might also want to read the article “20 Tips on Hiring a Duct Cleaner“, published on the CleanMyfurnace.com website. Or, you can always give us a call at 612-412-1867, or mail in your questin to: DuctCleaningTwinCities.com, 40 South 7th Street, Suite 212-144D, Minneapolis, MN 55402.
If you live in the Minneapolis area (or anywhere in the Twin Cities for that matter) you are most likely in the “spring cleaning mode”, if not, you will be soon. As the temperatures start getting back to “liveable” and the furnace gets a bit of a break, most homeowners start thinking about cleaning the yard, the house and getting some fresh air back into their home.
Spring Cleaning Includes Air Ducts too!
In addition to cleaning the carpets,windows and the yard, don’t forget about your home’s heating and air conditioning system. As perhaps one of the most important…and most expensive… appliances in your home, the ductwork is begging to be cleaned! Consider this, the furnace has been drawing dirty, stale air through the cold air return, past the pleated furnace filter and back into your air ducts and distributed through your home all winter long. And don’t expect th furnace filter you paid $1.50 for, at the local home center, to stop much. Your Twin Cities furnace is designed to be cleaned frequently (annually according to manufacturer specifications), and not to be dependent solely upon a cheap little furnace filter.
Want Fresh Air – Clean the Ductwork
If it’s fresh air you’re after, duct cleaning should be one of the top items on your list. Most duct cleaning companies offer a $99 Minneapolis Duct Cleaning Special, as long as they are a reputable firm, it’s definitely worth the money. Chances are, you will save more than that back in the first few months of running your central a/c system, since your furnace no longer needs to work as hard to blow cool air through the clean air ducts. For more duct cleaning facts read; “Minneapolis Duct Cleaning FAQs” and you might want to read; “About Twin Cities Duct Cleaning”
Good luck with the spring clean-up!
To get on the schedule, please contact us at: DuctCleaningTwinCities.com, 40 South 7th Street, Suite 212-144D, Minneapolis, MN 55402 (612) 412-1867.
