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What's that smell? Is it a dead animal in your duct work...or is it your drip pan? Part I

April 29, 2015

What's that smell? Is it a dead animal in your duct work...or is it your drip pan? Part I

As the warmth of spring finally arrives, lemonade stands line the streets, blooming hydrangeas can be seen out of every window, ice cream trucks can ...

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Avoid Air Duct Cleaning Scams Advice from the BBB

February 3, 2015

Avoid Air Duct Cleaning Scams Advice from the BBB

Educate yourself as a consumer before scheduling an air duct cleaning or any other service at your home! Scams often attract a wide audience. Companies ...

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I'm Installing a New Furnace...Should I Schedule an Air Duct Cleaning?

November 21, 2014

I'm Installing a New Furnace...Should I Schedule an Air Duct Cleaning?

Most homeowners replace their furnaces every 10 to 15 years; and in a lot of cases, that's how long it's been since they've had an air duct cleaning. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), you should consider scheduling an air duct cleaning if: There ...

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Hospital Duct Cleaning Costs

July 11, 2014

Hospital Duct Cleaning Costs

Hospital duct cleaning costs and justifying the ROI can be a complex task for a healthcare engineer. Hospitals are always juggling the competing priorities of which maintenance, renovation, or expansion options are the right moves to make. Unfortunately, cleaning the air ducts of a hospital's HVAC system can be ...

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HVAC Cleaning in Hospitals

May 16, 2014

HVAC Cleaning in Hospitals

The differences between HVAC system cleaning procedures in hospitals vs. other facilities are due to several factors. Most importantly, guidelines to prevent health risks associated with critical care environments should primarily target occupant health and safety. HVAC Cleaning in Hospitals: Occupant safety Accidental exposure to environmental/airborne pathogens can result ...

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PTAC Unit Cleaning = an investment that adds to your bottom line

September 15, 2013

PTAC Unit Cleaning = an investment that adds to your bottom line

PTAC Cleaning: The Problem PTAC units provide a cost effective way to condition or heat air in a building. By installing PTAC units, building owners avoid spending money upfitting an extensive central HVAC system and spending money on complex maintenance and repair issues. They are also a more reliable form ...

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DIY: Duct Cleaning How To Guide

July 18, 2013

DIY: Duct Cleaning How To Guide

A trending topic in home renovation/restoration is 'DIY' or Do-It-Yourself guides. Whether it is the state of the economy, or lack of resources available to find trustworthy, licensed-technicians, homeowners are looking for every opportunity to 'Do-It-Themselves'. Before attempting DIY duct cleaning, know what your ducts are made of: Most ...

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What are Your Ducts Made of?

May 9, 2013

What are Your Ducts Made of?

If you are thinking about getting your air ducts cleaned before the heating/cooling season, there are some consumer tips you should be aware of before you hire a technician to do this service; or attempt Do-it-Yourself duct cleaning. Duct-Cleaning How-To's are not legally mandated, but there are associations ...

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How Can I Remove Pet Odors From My Ducts?

January 13, 2011

How Can I Remove Pet Odors From My Ducts?

Pets bring life, entertainment, and companionship to your home. However, pets can also bring odor, dirt and mess. Occasionally, the pet odor even finds its way into the air ducts. This happens when pets urinate into the ducts, or simply because pet debris becomes trapped in the ducts and creates ...

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