Professional Air Duct Cleaning

Are you concerned about your health and that of your family? You should be…

Did you know that the inside of your duct system can be a breeding ground for microbes, insects, rodents, dirt, dust, debris, and plenty of other unpleasant things that no one should live with? WC Heating & Air Conditioning can help with that by performing a certified professional air duct cleaning and sealing. Whether you just invested in a new high efficiency heating and air conditioning system or have an older existing system, you should consider air duct cleaning. A professional duct cleaning and sealing can result in a cleaner, more dust-free indoor living environment. Our video inspection will allow us to check the ductwork thoroughly and clean the hardest, deepest, and darkest areas of your duct, and our agitator brushes and powerful vacuum system guarantee that your home will be a cleaner environment. Once the ducts are cleaned, we use a fogger to release antimicrobial solution into the duct in order to properly sanitize it from the inside.

Duct sealing is important whether you do a professional air duct cleaning or not. Did you know that your heating and air conditioning system might be leaking wasted air into your attic? The average house leaks 30%; all wasted dollars out of your pocket on your utility bills. We can seal the ducts to make your home more energy efficient, as well as keep your ducts clean. With heating and cooling typically costing nearly 45% of the entire bill, having clean and sealed ducts is a must.

We make all this possible with the best duct cleaning services available at affordable prices. Call today to schedule.

Air Duct Cleaning

We deploy advanced air duct cleaning technology with the only self-contained method that simultaneously brushes and vacuums debris. Dirt is brushed loose inside the air duct and immediately swept up by powerful dual vacuums. Air Duct Cleaning – Step by Step:

• Removal and cleaning of registers
• Technician cleans supply vents all the way to the air handler
• Dirt and debris is brushed, collected and swept up by the dual vacuum system
• Optimum coverage is ensured as technician works back through the system, overlapping much of the ductwork
• Vacuum attachment topically cleans inside the air handler
• Air handler fan is turned on and antimicrobial treatment is fogged into cold air return
• Fan circulates treatment deep into the system

Dryer Vent Cleaning

Dryer vent cleaning is important for safety as well – approximately 16,000 homes burn down each year because of clogged dryer vents. We have the equipment and the experience to clean the entire system and prevent this from happing to you.

Cleaning your lint screen is simply not enough to ensure an efficient, safe dryer. Even a cleaned lint screen traps only 75% of the lint produced inside a dryer. The rest of the lint builds up over time inside the dryer vent, becoming a fire hazard, as dryer lint is highly flammable and has the potential to ignite at any time. A dryer with restricted airflow is less efficient and needs to run significantly longer, causing utility costs to rise, increasing the need for repairs, and decreasing the life of the dryer. By cleaning your dryer vent, we can help ensure your clothes dryer is both safe and energy efficient. Dryer Vent Cleaning – Step by Step:

• Technician removes and cleans lint trap
• Technician takes the measurement of airflow using an air flow meter at the exterior dryer vent
• The back of the dryer is topically cleaned, as this is where lint can accumulate
• The dryer vent and flexible ducting from the wall are visually inspected using the i2CAM^tm video inspection system
• The HEPA vacuum system is connected to dryer vent duct. Dryer duct auger is run through the duct to remove any blockages
• Airflow is measured again to gauge improvement before and after cleaning
• The i2CAM^tm is used again for post cleaning inspection

The Air Duct Cleaning Process – A Breath of Fresh Air

Our air duct cleaning process is state-of-the-art with successful results – customer after customer. We deploy advanced air duct cleaning technology with the only self-contained method that simultaneously brushes and vacuums the debris. Dirt is brushed loose inside the air duct and immediately swept up by powerful dual vacuums.

Air Duct Cleaning – Step By Step

• Removal and cleaning of registers
• Technician cleans supply vents all the way to the air handler
• Dirt and debris is brushed, collected and swept up by the powerful dual vacuum system
• Optimum coverage is ensured as technician works back through the system overlapping much of the ductwork
• Vacuum attachment topically cleans inside the air handler
• Air handler fan is turned on, and antimicrobial treatment is fogged into cold air return
• Fan circulates treatment deep into the system

According to the EPA, if you have a ducted heating and cooling system, the ducts should be cleaned every three to five years. The EPA ranks indoor air pollution among the top five health risks.

97% of homes have indoor air quality issues.*
Dirty coils and ducts use as much as 30% more energy than clean ones.**

The Dryer Vent Cleaning Process – Saves Lives and Money

Cleaning your lint screen is simply not enough to ensure an efficient, safe dryer. Even a cleaned lint screen traps only 75% of the lint produced inside a dryer. The rest of the lint builds up over time inside the dryer vent, becoming a fire hazard, as dryer lint is highly flammable and has the potential to ignite at any time.

A dryer with restricted airflow also runs significantly longer, causing utility costs to rise, increasing the need for repairs and decreasing the life of the dryer. By cleaning your dryer vent, we can help ensure your clothes dryer is both safe and energy efficient.

Dryer Vent Cleaning – Step by Step:

• Technician removes and cleans lint trap.
• Technician takes the measurement of airflow using an air flow meter at the exterior dryer vent.
• The back of the dryer is topically cleaned, as this is where lint can accumulate.
• The dryer vent and flexible ducting from the wall are visually inspected using the video inspection system.
• The HEPA vacuum system is connected to dryer vent duct. Dryer duct auger is run through the duct to remove any blockages.
• Airflow is measured again to gauge improvement before and after cleaning.
• The camera is used again for post cleaning inspection.

The yearly national fire loss for clothes dryer fires is estimated at $99 million resulting from almost 16,000 fires.*

*National Fire Protection Association.

WHY SHOULD I CLEAN MY AIR DUCTS?

Dirty air ducts have been identified as a major source of indoor air pollution. Your air duct system is an ideal breeding ground for bacteria, mold,
mildew, fungi, and other health threatening organisms. Dust mites don’t typically live and breed in the ducts themselves. However, dirty air ducts
distribute the primary food source for dust mites – dust.

WILL MY HOUSE BE LESS DUSTY AFTER YOU CLEAN THE AIR DUCTS?

Yes, the inside of your ductwork is the equivalent of an extra room in your home that never gets dusted or vacuumed. When the furnace or air conditioner
fan turns on, dust from the ductwork gets churned up and blown into the rooms of your home.

WILL AIR DUCT CLEANING HELP MY ALLERGIES?

Many people are allergic to dust mite waste. Dust mites feed on debris found in ductwork. Remove the debris and you remove their food. Also, by greatly
reducing particulate debris in your ducts, there are less dust particles and potential allergens in the air to aggravate those with respiratory illnesses.

I LIVE IN A NEW HOME. DO I STILL NEED YOUR SERVICE?

Absolutely! Up to 50% of air duct system cleaning is done in homes that are less than five years old. During construction, the ductwork is wide open and
the air handler is running many times without a filter. During this time, construction debris such as pieces of plaster, drywall, wood, dust, insects and
insulation, are accumulated in the ductwork.

HOW WILL I KNOW IF MY AIR DUCTS NEED TO BE CLEANED?

By using the i2CAM Video Inspection unit, our technicians can show you how dirty your system is. It can also show you the “before” and “after” of your duct cleaning, so you know that it’s a job well done.

WILL YOUR EQUIPMENT WORK IN MY AIR DUCTS?

The equipment we use to clean the air ducts is effective in all types of air duct construction, including flex duct, round metal ducts, square metal ducts, and fiberboard. It can easily accommodate right angle turns and multiple bends found in most types of duct systems.

DOES CLEANING MY DRYER VENT LOWER MY ENERGY BILLS?

Yes, by having your dryer vent professionally cleaned, your clothes dryer will run more efficiently. Your dryer will not have to run as long, lessening the wear and tear on your dryer, reducing your need for repair and lengthening the life of your dryer.

CAN I CLEAN MY DRYER VENT ON MY OWN?

Although a homeowner can clean dryer vents, it is advised that you consult a professional. Most homeowners don’t have the special equipment required to do a thorough job. A professional has special tools such as video inspection equipment give a visual of the hard-to-reach areas of the dryer vent system.

HOW DO I KNOW IF MY DRYER VENT NEEDS TO BE CLEANED?

Using the following as a checklist, you can get a good idea if your dryer vent is in need of cleaning:

• Loads of clothing are taking longer to dry.
• Clothing is very hot and still damp when dryer finishes (especially heavy items especially, such as towels).
• The dryer itself feels hotter.
• There may be no lint on the lint screen (i.e., the exhaust system is clogged).

WHAT WILL ENERGY EFFICIENCY SERVICES DO FOR MY ENERGY BILLS?

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, energy efficiency technologies can reduce energy consumption by 25% or more. This can drastically decrease your energy bills and make your home and business run more efficiently.

Important Facts & Figures to Consider:

• “50% of all illnesses are either caused or aggravated by polluted indoor air.” – American College of Allergists
• “Indoor air pollution is among the top five U.S. health risks.” – EPA
• “Dirty coils and ducts use as much as 30% more energy than clean ones.” – McKinsey Quarterly
• “Children are more likely than adults to be affected by polluted indoor air. They breathe faster, inhale more air per unit of body weight and are closer to the ground where concentrations are higher.”- Environmental Protection Agency and the Dept. of Consumer Affairs
• “97% of homes have indoor air quality issues.” – Air Advice, State of Our Indoor Air Report 2007
• “Indoor air is found to be up to 70 times more polluted than outdoor air.” – Environmental Protection Agency
• Nine out of ten system failures are caused by dirt and dust.” – Louisiana Cooperative Extensions Service
• “The elderly, asthmatics, and people with breathing problems, allergies, and lung diseases are also likely to be more sensitive to pollutants.” – Dept. of Consumer Affairs
• “One out of six people who suffer from allergies, do so because of the direct relationship to the fungi and bacteria in air duct systems.” – Total Health & Better Health Magazines
• “Most commercially purchased fiberglass filters are only 7% efficient in stopping dirt, dust, pollen, etc. from passing through it.” – American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
• “80% of clothes dryer fires in structures occur in residential buildings.” – U.S. Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Fire Administration
• “‘Failure to clean’ is the leading factor contributing to clothes dryer fires in residential buildings.” – U.S. Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Fire Administration
• “The Consumer Product Safety Commission reported nearly 16,000 annual fires due to clogged dryer vents.” – Consumer Product Safety Commission
• “Dirty coils and ducts use as much as 30% more energy than clean ones.” – McKinsey Quarterly
• “Energy Efficiency technologies can reduce energy consumption by 25% or more.” – ACEEE’s “The Size of the U.S. Energy Efficiency Market: Generating a More Complete Picture”
• “Over 83% of heat loss and heat gain taking place through the ceiling and roof. – Eagle Shield
• “45% of a home’s heat loss comes from inadequate insulation.” – U.S. Department of Energy