Archive for the ‘Duct Cleaning’ Category
Wednesday, September 8th, 2010
Many of the things we do to become more energy efficient are helpful in more ways than just saving money. In this article we’ll take a look at a few reasons why Energy Efficiency Is Good For Everyone. Lots of Americans are focused on keeping their bodies and healthy but also doing things that contribute to a healthy planet. We strive to do little things like walk more and drive less which help us stay healthy and reduce energy consumption. In our homes there are things that we can do to that will keep us healthy and save money.
One of the things that contributes to energy efficiency and health is a furnace cleaning. Having your furnace cleaned will provide you with an inspection that will ensure your heating system runs well, you can avoid potential breakdowns and maintain comfortable temperatures in your home. A furnace cleaning will help your system run more efficiently helping you to reduce heating bills. In addition, properly insulating your home whether it’s attic insulation or just putting plastic over your windows will help eliminate drafts. These are all steps that will keep your family warm, safe and save energy and money. Your local HVAC company can assist you most of these items.
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Tags: attic insulation, energy efficiency, furnace cleaning, heating system, HVAC
Posted in Air Quality, Air filtration, Duct Cleaning, Furnace, Health, Safety, attic insulation, furnace filtration | No Comments »
Monday, September 6th, 2010
If you’re like me you read your favorite newspaper a few times per week and go thru your mail looking at coupons. It seems that every carpet cleaner is in the duct cleaning business and has a sale going on. I’ve seen it as cheap as $69 for the entire house and $149 for unlimited vent openings, etc. I often ask myself how they can make any money doing this, or should I say how they can do a good job for that price? (more…)
Tags: Duct Cleaning, duct cleaning scam, NADCA certified
Posted in Air Quality, Duct Cleaning | 3 Comments »
Wednesday, August 25th, 2010
May is National Allergy and Asthma Awareness Month! Which makes it a good time to clean your HVAC system to help improve your indoor air quality for those suffering. Here are 4 reasons why you should get your heating, cooling and duct system cleaned:
- If you have an air conditioner tune up performed it will do a better job of dehumidifying your home, plus save you money by operating more efficiently. Combined with regularly changing your filter and your are well on your way to making the air in your home cleaner. (more…)
Tags: Air Conditioner Tune Up, Air Purification, clean air, Cooling, Duct Cleaning, Heating, hvac system
Posted in Air Quality, Air conditioning, Air filtration, Duct Cleaning, Health, Informational, Vent Cleaning, maintenance | No Comments »
Friday, August 20th, 2010
How do you know if your air duct system needs to be cleaned? Many people who move in to newly renovated or new construction homes may think there air duct system is clean. However, your home inspector will acknowledge that there will be plenty of dust and debris left in your system from the construction. If you have lived in your house and can’t remember when the last time your air ducts were inspected and clean, you too may find that it’s time to have your air ducts cleaned. (more…)
Tags: air duct system, air ducts, Cooling, debris, dust, Heating, indoor air quality, mold, pollen
Posted in Air Quality, Air conditioning, Air filtration, Duct Cleaning, Health, Informational, Quality, Vent Cleaning | No Comments »
Monday, August 16th, 2010
Moving Time
August and September are very popular months for moving into new homes. Many homeowners anxiously await the opportunity to finally make changes to their new home such as painting and small remodeling projects. One of the things that often gets ignored is having the air ducts cleaned. If you are moving into a new home or a newly constructed home consider having the air duct system cleaned so that you can have the peace of mind that things are exactly as you would like them.
Choose the Right Company
After all the construction dust has settled from a newly built home or after all the painting and cleaning have been done and the old carpets have been removed does it make sense that air that gets circulated throughout your home has remnants of the past? There are many advantages to having your duct system cleaned so it’s important to choose the right company. There are many small and cheap companies out there but consider choosing a company that has been certified by the National Air Duct Cleaners Association and has the proper equipment to fully clean the ducts.
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Tags: air duct system, dryer fire, dryer vent cleaning, Duct Cleaning, Four Seasons, new construction, new home
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Thursday, August 12th, 2010
Energy saving tips for the winter months
Crisp, sunny days and clear, cool nights provide the perfect opportunity to open your windows and enjoy the weather (and the energy savings). Here’s how to keep those energy savings going all season long: (more…)
Tags: Furnace efficiency, Go Green, Heating, HVAC
Posted in Boiler, Duct Cleaning, Furnace, Go Green, Heating | 1 Comment »
Thursday, August 5th, 2010
Although we may not realize it, the air inside our homes is likely to contain 4x as much air pollutants. This often results in the allergies, irritants and other health issues that affect the elderly and young children. Air Duct Cleaning Services improving the quality of the air in your home, as well as increasing the efficiency of your system is part of an overall approach. By cleaning the air ducts your system works at its optimum performance and provides clean air which helps to eliminate the issues associated with poor indoor air quality. (more…)
Tags: air duct cleaning, clean air, heating and cooling system, indoor air quality
Posted in Air Quality, Air conditioning, Air filtration, Duct Cleaning, furnace filtration | No Comments »
Saturday, July 3rd, 2010
March 21, 2010 we officially began Spring season. As the calendar turns towards April and we begin to enjoy warmer weather and begin opening our windows to fresh Spring air let’s consider our seasonal efforts towards Spring cleaning. Whatever the origins of Spring cleaning are, it is time to get on the ball and start planning for your Spring cleaning projects. This means more than just dusting and cleaning out areas we’ve long neglected. It also means taking care of the items that need maintenance around your house.
One of the items that tend to get neglected is your home cooling system. Because it sits outside and you haven’t turned on your central air conditioner in months you may forget about until you need it. Preventative maintenance is the key to longevity, a simple and affordable Air Conditioning Tune-Up during the Spring will help keep your system running well through the summer. This service includes a cleaning and inspection, which will help minimize and catch potential problems if they exist. In turn, an air conditioning tune up can help lower your energy bills, by ensuring your system is operating at maximum efficiency.
Remember to also change your air conditioner filters on a regular basis, best if done monthly. Want other spring cleaning ideas – consider including a thorough cleaning of the hvac system in your home. Make sure to have your air ducts cleaned as part of your comprehensive cleaning plans. There are many qualified professional heating & air conditioning and air duct cleaning services you can call, ask for or download coupons for the services and save some money as well.
Tags: AC Tune Up, Air conditioners, air duct cleaning, central air conditioners, heating and cooling, Spring Cleaning
Posted in Air conditioning, Duct Cleaning, Heating, Informational, maintenance | 2 Comments »
Thursday, July 1st, 2010
The Chicago Better Business Bureau released a news article on June 30, 2010 warning consumers to be aware that local companies offering low price air duct cleaning that are known to use bait and switch tactics. The Chicago Better Business Bureau further identifies one company that has been investigated in several states and multiple State Attorneys General. The BBB article serves as a useful tool to consumers who are interested in purchasing air duct cleaning services but are leery of using just any company. (more…)
Tags: air duct cleaning, Chicago BBB, duct cleaning services
Posted in Air Quality, Air filtration, Consumer protection, Duct Cleaning, Home Services, Informational, Vent Cleaning | No Comments »
Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010
You will notice a difference in your home heating – cooling system when you have your air ducts professionally cleaned. You will begin to enjoy the benefits of having the air ducts and furnace cleaned as you will rid your system of many known irritants, debris and dust. The air that circulates in your home may become more comfortable and enjoyable. If you previously dealt with dusty surfaces throughout your home you should notice an improvement. These are a few of the many reasons to have your air duct cleaning performed in your home by a qualified professional duct cleaning service. (more…)
Tags: air duct cleaning, air ducts, Cooling, duct cleaning service, Furnace, Heating
Posted in Air conditioning, Duct Cleaning, Health, Home Services, Informational, Vent Cleaning, maintenance | No Comments »
