Duct Cleaning Colorado Springs

Nov 7

Myths of Air Duct Cleaning

There is a possibility that regular maintenance of your air ducts can ensure you will have cost-effective heating and cooling, and prevent costly repairs. In most cases, however, this is not the case.

Maintaining Your Ducts Clean

Many homeowners believe that they can clean their ducts themselves, using a vacuum and an extended brush. This is not a good idea. Duct cleaning colorado springs is not a do-it-yourself project. You should only hire a professional who is certified and has access to the proper tools and equipment.

For cleaning air ducts, a high-end roto-bristol brush machine is utilized with HEPA filters (High-Efficiency Particulate Air) vacuum. The brush is pushed through the ducts several times, beginning at the furthest duct run from the furnace.

The technician will start at the farthest end of the duct and continue to move the machine through each cycle several times to eliminate dirt and debris. After that the furnace is cleaned thoroughly, as well as an indoor coil cleaning is suggested to ensure that all particles are gone.

The Truth About Duct Cleaning

When the circumstances call for it, Elevation Mechanical LLC does air cleaning of ducts in colorado springs customers. Before you decide whether it is the right choice for your HVAC, there are some common misconceptions regarding duct cleaning.

1. Cleaning the ducts is a great way to improve airflow.

False. Duct cleaning isn't an option for long-term solutions for those who have issues with air circulation, hot or cold patches, or lack of cooling or heating your home. Only microscopic particles can get taken out of your ducts by cleaning the ducts. It will not alter the layout of your system, boost airflow, or even balance it. You will not be able to plug any holes in the duct system by cleaning.

A professional-conducted Flow Hood test to measure the amount of air pushed through your HVAC system, as well as a thorough duct examination, are required to resolve airflow concerns adequately. The following are some suggestions for solutions:

2. Ducts need to be cleaned every three to five years.

In no way. Although air duct cleaning may be necessary to remove particulates that cause problems for HVAC processes it shouldn't be an issue that happens every few years. Regular HVAC maintenance does not include duct cleaning. If the ductwork in your home has been well sealed, you don't need to clean it. You change filters according to the instructions of the manufacturer. Floor registers are cleaned every six months to remove dust accumulation.

3. Cleaning the ducts is a great way to remove any odors or mold.

Absolutely certainly not. Absolutely not. Duct cleaning alone won't eliminate odors in your HVAC system. Some companies offer temporary solutions by using Microbial sprays in their duct cleaning service. Soon, you will be able to get your scents back!

Spraying scents does not get rid of the cause of the smells in the first place. Get rid of the root of the odors to get rid of them completely. This can include, but is not included in, but is not:

Rodents
Detritus from pets including feces, fur
The ductwork that's not properly sealed can allow air to enter your crawl space or attic.
Growth of mold or accumulation of moisture
Particulate deposits are eliminated through air cleaning of the ducts. But it isn't able to eliminate the factors that cause them. Once the odors have been removed, consider installing or upgrading the air filtering system in order to keep the air in your home clean and healthy.

4. Cleaning your air ducts is not going to damage them.

You can be certain! Certain kinds of ducting are more susceptible to damage than others. Here are the tips you need to know before you wash your ducts.

Flexible ductwork consists of a spring that is covered with an extremely thin layer of plastic. Insulation is used to protect the duct from heat. The duct's cover exterior is then wrapped around that. The plastic cover surrounding the spring could be damaged by heat generated by your attic or wall. This type of ducting is the most vulnerable to being damaged in the course of cleaning. The more ductwork is older and more prone to damage, the more likely it is to be damaged.

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