Duct Cleaning
Your Air Duct Cleaning Expert in Plainfield and Surrounding Areas
Most people don’t think about the system in their home that delivers the heated and cooled air into their living spaces. But consider this…
The air inside your home is filled with small, microscopic particles such as dust, dander, pollen, and too many other contaminants to list. While the filter on your system does a good job of trapping larger particulates, there are some that will get past your filter. Once they get inside your ductwork, they will either continually be reintroduced into your home’s air or they will stay inside your ductwork indefinitely.
To make matters worse…
Your ductwork is the perfect environment for bacteria, germs, mold, and viruses to grow.
Fortunately—if you live near Plainfield IL, Naperville IL, Romeoville IL — you have a duct cleaning expert in your backyard. Read on for more information about the services we provide and the benefits of taking a brush to your ventilation.
Our Duct Cleaning Process Makes All the Difference
We don’t offer a quick in-and-out duct cleaning like many other companies do (which is really little more than a vacuum with an extra-long hose).
We use state-of-the-art equipment specifically designed for home duct cleaning. And, we don’t rush it. We take the time needed – in fact, most jobs will take most of the day to complete.
Step 1: Baseline Setting: One of our HVAC technicians will open a duct to determine how much and what type of cleaning is needed. While inspecting your system, they’ll keep an eye out for leaks or cracks that may impact the efficiency of your heating or cooling systems.
Step 2: Thorough Cleaning: We use a Rotobrush machine that has rapidly spinning brushes at the end of a powerful vacuum hose to scrub the ducts clean and immediately suck any dust or debris into the waiting vacuum.
Step 3: Repeat Cleaning: Your vents will be vacuumed again to clear out any debris loosened in Step 2.
Step 4: Clean Your Unit: Your HVAC equipment will be cleaned of any dust or dirt. This will prevent anything kicked up during the process from falling back into your home’s ventilation system.
Step 5: Sanitize and Disinfect: Our technician will clean your vent covers and registers before screwing them back on and closing everything back up.
Step 6: Seal It Back Up: Our technician will clean your vent covers and registers before screwing them back on and closing everything back up.
Signs You Need Your Air Ducts Cleaned
Not sure you need somebody to take a look at your ducts? Keep your eyes out for these signs of a dirty ventilation system:
- Dirty Filters: If your filter isn’t lasting as long as the manufacturer said it should—or you’ve forgotten to change it for a few months—it might be time to schedule a duct cleaning.
- Visible Dust: Kneel next to one of your registers and wipe it with a damp rag or cloth. Is it dirty? Can you see dust floating out of it on a sunny day? This is another sign it’s time to call a professional
- Time Since Last Cleaning: Has it been more than five years since your ducts were cleaned? If that’s the case, it’s time to call Comfort Services Heating & Air Conditioning and give your ventilation system a good scrubbing.
- Your Home is New or You Just Completed a Large Remodeling Project: It’s pretty common for us to find building debris inside ductwork.
- Mildew and Mold Growth: If you spot mildew or mold growing around your vents or clinging to the bottom of your registers, that’s a pretty clear sign you need a duct cleaning.
- Scary Sounds: Your ductwork shouldn’t go bump in the night. Unusual noises in your ventilation can be a sign that there’s a clog that needs clearing.