Spring is here, and it’s time for spring cleaning. One of the best things you can do to clean your home is to have the air ducts serviced.
Over time your air conditioning and furnace systems can leave debris in your air ducts. When you run your heating and cooling systems, the buildup can escape into the air in your home. This can cause allergies and sometimes more serious problems if mold is present.
Here are some questions you should ask when you hire an air duct cleaner, to ensure you get your money’s worth.
1. Do You Follow National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) Standards?
The air duct cleaning industry has established a trade organization, the National Air Duct Cleaners Association, or NADCA. They established best practices and quality standards for members to follow. You should check that any air duct cleaner you’re considering for hire belongs to this organization.
2. Are Your Employees Bonded and Insured?
It’s also important that anyone who does work on your property is insured adequately. This way you will not be responsible for damage or accidents that occur on your property.
Many service companies also have their employees licensed and bonded, which is an extra layer of security for their clients. If you have a large number of companies to choose from, asking this question is a great way to narrow down your choices.
3. Can I Get the Price Quote In Writing?
It’s too easy to get confused by verbal agreements. There is also a danger that either the client or service provider might be taken advantage of, leading to lawsuits. The best way to skip any drama is to get an agreement in writing before any work starts.
4. How Thoroughly Will You Clean My Air Duct System?
A thorough air duct cleaning means that air is passed through the ducts several times and removed. This should be followed by a visual inspection and disinfectant.
If your home is in a humid climate, the inspection should also include looking for mold and mildew.
If possible, ask to see inside the ducts via video camera after they have finished. This will let you verify that they’ve done a good job.
5. Do You Use Any Chemicals When You Clean, and If So, What Are They?
Be sure that you know about any chemicals the cleaning company will use. If you feel uneasy about any of the cleaning ingredients, hire someone else.
6. What Kind of Guarantee Do You Have on Your Work?
Ethical service companies, including air duct companies, offer some type of money-back guarantee or quality guarantee. If you interview a full-service air duct cleaning company and find that they don’t have a work guarantee, choose someone else.
7. How Will You Protect My Family and My Home?
Air duct cleaning can be very dusty. A good cleaning service will cover up all interior surfaces and vacuum out debris that works loose from the air ducts. Additionally, they will provide guidance so that you can keep your family and pets safe while cleaning is in progress.
Hire the Right Air Duct Cleaner for Your Home
When you’re ready to hire a fully licensed air duct cleaning company, get in touch. We’ll be more than happy to discuss your air duct cleaning needs and how we can help you.
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