Why Have My Air Ducts Professionally Cleaned?

Answer: Because they get dirty!

In addition to normal accumulations of dust and dirt found in all homes with air ducts, there are homeowners that have the following should clean their air ducts more often:

• pets living in the home

• occupants with allergies or asthma

• cigarette or cigar smoke

• water contamination or damage to the home or HVAC system

• home renovation or remodeling projects

Some homeowners are more sensitive to these contaminants than others. Allergy and asthma sufferers, as well as young children and the elderly, tend to be more susceptible to the types of poor indoor air quality that air duct cleaning can help address.

How We Clean Air Ducts:

The Push Pull Method-

The push-pull method in duct cleaning uses a powerful vacuum (negative pressure) to pull debris out while simultaneously using compressed air tools, like whips or nozzles, to push dust and buildup from the vents towards the main trunk lines where the vacuum collects it, ensuring thorough removal of contaminants from the entire duct system. This creates a dynamic, "tornado-like" effect that dislodges and extracts dirt, allergens, and other particles, improving indoor air quality.  

How it works:

1. Negative Pressure: A large, specialized vacuum connects to the main trunk line (often in the basement or attic) and creates suction, keeping the system under negative pressure to contain dust.

2. Accessing Vents: All supply and return vents in the house are closed and sealed, focusing the cleaning power.

3. The "Push": Technicians use high-pressure air tools (like air whips with rubber fingers or powerful blowers) to push debris from individual branch lines towards the main duct.

4. The "Pull": As the debris is pushed, the powerful vacuum simultaneously pulls it out of the ducts and into a filtration system (often HEPA) for collection.

5. Main Lines & Returns: The process is repeated for larger main trunk lines and return ducts, sometimes using rotating brushes to agitate stubborn buildup, all while the vacuum pulls it away.