Quality Carpet Cleaning & Restoration, Inc.

How should an HVAC system be cleaned?

The most effective way to clean air ducts is to put the system under negative pressure.  We use a portable unit which puts the system under 5000 cfm of airflow.  While the vacuum draws air through the system, devices are inserted into the ducts to dislodge any debris that might be stuck to interior surfaces.  To accomplish this, we use a gas powered, high cfm air compressor which is mounted in our trailer.  The debris then travels down the ducts to the vacuum, which removes it from the system and the home.    

How often should an HVAC system be cleaned?

     Frequency of cleaning depends on several factors, not the least of which is the preference of the homeowner.  Some of the things that may lead a homeowner to consider more frequent cleaning include:

         - Smokers in the household.

           - Pets that shed hair and dander.

        - Water or fire contamination.

        - Allergy or asthma sufferers.

        -  After home renovations or remodeling.

        -  Prior to occupancy of a new home.

Dryer Vent Cleaning

Most homeowners do not think about dryer vent cleaning until their dryer stops working or overheats and causes a fire.  Some homeowners have even purchased a new dryer thinking the old one was worn out, only to find that the new dryer didn't work any better because the dryer vent was clogged with lint.  

Dryer vents become clogged with lint because lint particles bypass the lint filter entering the duct with warm moist air which clings to the walls of the duct.  The longer the duct, vertical duct, and turns increase this buildup.  This buildup restricts airflow through the duct which increases back pressure on the dryer fan causing the dryer to overheat.

Dryer vent cleaning is a way to help keep your family safe and your dryer working properly.