Professional Duct Cleaning Ensures Healthy Air, Steady Airflow

A full cleaning should involve all aspects of your ventilation to ensure maximum benefits. It should include the ductwork, the vent openings and grilles, and even your HVAC system’s air handler. Almost all of the air indoors circulates throughout the ductwork at some point, which means airborne particles and contaminants could spread everywhere if neglected. In addition, it isn’t always easy to access hidden air ducts, so professional-grade cleaning routinely makes use of unique tools and equipment capable of removing dirt, debris and other sources of contamination from the deepest sections of the ductwork. Let’s walk through what you should expect from duct cleaning in Frederick.

• Carry out an exhaustive inspection: Before we begin to clean, it’s beneficial to have a greater understanding of what’s lurking in your ventilation system. The process begins with a full inspection so we have an opportunity to discover any problem areas, leaks or other specific issues. We’ll take a look inside all the air ducts as well as the return and supply vents. If debris is too deep for us to reach physically, cameras can be used to finish the inspection.
• Reduce the ductwork’s air pressure: While we utilize powerful vacuum equipment to remove dust and pollutants stuck in the ventilation, it helps to make the environment of the ductwork more favorable to the cleaning process. We seal up the vents and connect the vacuum to your air handler, establishing negative air pressure and making it easier to clear out as much debris as possible.
• Scrub vents and registers to unlodge dirt and debris: Things like humidity and microbes might make buildup harder to get rid of. Every vent is unsealed and agitated with tools like brushes and compressed air. This helps unlodge older debris, making it easier for the vacuum.
• Clean any other ventilation accessories: A few parts of your HVAC system aren’t strictly related to the ventilation, but can still have an impact on airflow and the overall indoor air quality. We’ll clean or replace the air filter and flush the outdoor unit’s condensate drain lines.