Air Duct Cleaning
Air Duct Cleaning Services in El Paso
You may not give the duct work in your house or workplace much thought. Not until your allergies start acting up, that is. The accumulation of contaminants in your ductwork could be causing harm to you and your family without your knowledge. Customers who receive our professional air duct cleaning services say that they notice considerable positive changes in their home. Here are a few benefits that come with our professional air duct cleaning services.
Air Duct Cleaning is Energy Efficient
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Dirt and debris may collect in your ventilation system blocking ductwork and key components of the furnace, including the evaporator coil and blower.
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Build-up of these contaminants in the system can restrict airflow causing it to work harder and longer, thus expending more energy.
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By cleaning the entire HVAC system, you may see an increase in the energy efficiency of your system, which in some cases translates to lower utility bills. These cleanings may also extend the life of your furnace or air conditioning system by reducing wear and tear.
Why Air Duct Cleaning is Important
​When you run your heater, swamp cooler or air conditioner, air is traveling over all of the debris that’s been accumulating in your vents, which then enters into your home. Indoor air pollution is a growing concern that has the potential to create a health hazard within your home and has been connected to many illnesses including asthma, sinusitis and more. Duct cleaning is an important service because it thoroughly cleans your vents to help eliminate the debris that’s been sitting in your vents for years and helps reduce undesirable impacts on everything from respiratory health to the health of your home’s heating and cooling system.
Things that could be in your vents:
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Pollen
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Viruses
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Mold
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Bacteria
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Pet dander
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Droppings and body parts from cockroaches
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Dead mice or rodents (unfortunately our techs have encountered this before)
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Protein in urine from rats and mice as a potential allergen (can become airborne after it dries)
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Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are a large group of odorless, carbon-based chemicals that easily evaporate at room temperature. Common symptoms of exposure to VOCs include eye, nose and throat irritation, headaches, nausea, and worsening asthma symptoms.
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Things You Should Know:
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A study done by The National Institute of Occupational Safety & Health (NIOSH) found that occupants in buildings where ducts have not been cleaned are 60% more likely to develop respiratory problems.
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The average six room house collects up to 40 lbs. of dust per year
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A buildup of .18” of dirt on a heating/cooling coil can decrease efficiency by up to 21%
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Only 1” of dust build up on the inside of your ducts can reduce air flow by 30%