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The Professional Choice in Air Duct Cleaning
Your duct system functions as the respiratory system of your home or place of work. Dust, dirt, pollen, animal dander and other airborne contaminants are pulled into your system every time the furnace or air conditioner runs.
If not properly installed, maintained and operated, these components may become contaminated with particles of dust, pollen or other debris. If moister is present, potential for micro bacterial growth (e.g. mold) is increased and also spores from such growth may be released into living space. Some of these contaminants may cause allergic reactions or other respiratory problems by people if they are exposed to them.
Over time, these contaminates build up inside your ductwork, making your system a breeding ground for mold spores, bacteria, fungus, mildew, and other microbes, impacting the air quality and comfort of your family.
Many people do have allergic reactions to pollen, bacteria, dust mites and mold. These particles, along with other invisible pollutants, settle in the air ducts and are re-circulated every time the furnace blower is operating. Cleaning and sanitizing your ductwork not only eliminates most contaminants but also may improve the efficiency of your air conditioner and furnace by improving air flow.
Medical studies have confirmed that some diseases, including Legionnaire's Disease, originate in and are spread by contaminated ventilation systems.
Doctors, particularly allergists, now commonly “prescribe” HVAC and air duct cleaning as a remedy for health problems related to indoor air quality.
Those who suffer from allergies, asthma or other respiratory ailments, especially children and the elderly, are vulnerable to the effects of indoor air pollution.
Microbial Contamination
Leading medical authorities acknowledge the moisture and debris commonly found in HV AC systems provides an ideal breeding ground for mold, germs, fungi, and other harmful microbes. This microbial contamination poses a major health risk to people who suffer from allergies, asthma, immune system deficiencies and other chronic illnesses, as well as to those who do not, especially children and the elderly are vulnerable to the effects of indoor air pollution.
FACTS 1. Fifty percent of all illnesses are either caused or aggravated by polluted indoor air -American College of Allergists 2. Children, elderly people and people with breathing problems, Allergies, and lung diseases are particularly susceptible to disease- causing biological agents in the indoor air. -EPA, Dept. of Consumer Affairs 3. If you have a ducted heating and cooling system, make sure you clean the ducts once a year. -The Better Heating-Cooling Council 4. Indoor air is found to be up to 70 times more polluted than outdoor air. -EPA 5. Nine out of ten system failures are caused by dirt and dust. -LCES
A residential air duct cleaning job takes a few hours and is a surprisingly clean and routine process. While making your home's air safer, duct cleaning can also reduce heating and cooling costs by allowing your system to operate more efficiently. Duct Cleaning could be the healthiest home improvement you will ever make.
How "Clean” is the Air You Breathe?
FACT - Most people spend 60% to 90% of their time indoors. (American Lung Association) FACT - More than 50 million Americans suffer from allergies. The level of some hazardous pollutants in indoor air has been found to be up to 70 times greater than in outdoor air. (USEPA) FACT - Children and the elderly are especially affected by polluted indoor air. (Department of Consumer Affairs) FACT - Studies have shown that two out of three indoor air quality problems involve the HVAC system. Mold, pollen and dust are just a few of the ingredients that make up the refuse in your heating & air conditioning duct system. Duct cleaning provides allergy relief, eliminates odors, and reduces dust & house work.
General Info On Duct Cleaning
Here is a brief guide that should get you started on a long quest to know everything there is to know about duct cleaning.
Deciding Whether or Not to Have Your Air Ducts Cleaned
You should consider having the air ducts in your home cleaned if:
· You or family members suffer from allergies, asthma or other respiratory ailments;
· Ducts are clogged with excessive of dust and debris and/or particles are actually released into the home from your supply registers;
· After construction or renovation work in your home; or
· Ducts are infested with vermin, e.g. (rodents or insects).
Suggestions for Choosing a Duct Cleaning Service Provider
Calling in a professional to clean your ducts is a great idea; after all, when you’re dealing with hygiene and health, it’s worth it to spend a few dollars to make sure you're getting professional advice - and professional services.
Be Wary - You’ve probably heard that duct cleaning is good for your health. Well, yes and no. Clean ducts certainly will improve you indoor air quality if done properly. But it also can create more problems if you use a “blow-and-go” duct cleaner. So, duct cleaners who make claims “wonder, cheep & quick job” with their duct cleaning services will reap on you are exaggerating, and either don’t really know their stuff, or are just pushing for your money.
- When you’re scooping out prospective duct cleaning service providers, make sure that they’re experienced and have seen systems similar to yours. Make sure they comply with duct cleaning standards.
Do not assume that all duct cleaning service providers are equally knowledgeable and responsible!!!
Do not hire duct cleaners who make sweeping claims that the duct cleaning is quick and cheep - such claims are unsubstantiated. Do not hire duct cleaners who recommend duct cleaning as a routine part of your heating and cooling system maintenance. You should also be wary of duct cleaners who claim to be certified by EPA (EPA does not establishes duct cleaning standards nor certifies, endorses, or approves duct cleaning companies).
Check references to be sure other customers were satisfied and did not experience any problems with their heating and cooling system after cleaning.
Contact your local Better Business Bureau to determine if complaints have been lodged against any of the companies you are considering.
Interview potential service providers to ensure:
- They are experienced in duct cleaning and have worked on systems like yours;
- They will use procedures to protect you, your pets, and your home from contamination; and
- They comply with air duct cleaning standards.
If the service provider charges by “the whole house”, request an estimate with all the “additional” the job will require, and find out how long the work will take. Make sure the duct cleaner you choose will provide a written estimate outlining the total cost and scope of the job before work begins.
So, now that you know what you’re looking for, let the search for that professional duct cleaning services provider who’ll restore your ducts to good-as-new status end – You found Wiz Team, Inc.!
The Right Investment in Cleaning
At Wiz Team, Inc. we just don't clean air ducts - we restore heating and air conditioning systems to superior cleanliness, including all mechanical equipment and ductwork. Our proprietary methods remove the debris and dust accumulations that block critical system components. Nobody cleans better than Wiz Team, Inc. Our cleaning procedures are in full compliance with industry standards.
Wiz Team, Inc. invests in the best cleaning equipment available. Powerful HEPA-filtered vacuums allow us to remove dust particles and biological debris without spreading them around your home or office. A wide assortment of attachments and other specialized cleaning tools are used to ensure superior results. Finally, sanitizer can be applied to effectively control the growth of microorganisms. These state-of-the-art tools allow your duct system to be thoroughly cleaned with little mess, noise or disruption to your home.
Wiz Team, Inc. has completed countless successful residential and commercial cleaning projects. We've worked on every type of heating and air conditioning system and have literally removed tons of debris from the indoor environment.
When you need thorough, professional duct cleaning services, call on the experience of Cleaning & Restoration Specialists - Wiz Team, Inc.
Sealants and sanitizers
Duct sealants are designed to coat duct surfaces and prevent dust and dirt particles from being released into the air.
Sanitizers containing chemicals that retard microbial growth and can be applied to the interior surfaces of ducts, however the system should be thoroughly cleaned before the sanitizer is applied.
What You Are Expected To Do before Wiz Team Arrives
We want the opportunity to serve you! Please help us by preparing in the following ways:
· Create a clear path to all ducts (Please clear all items and breakables away from vents, stairways and furnace areas to allow easy access);
· If your vents are painted over, there is a chance that some small chipping may occur around screws. If you’d like us to touch-up these areas after cleaning, please have the appropriate paint available for use;
· If you would like us to change your filter while we’re cleaning your duct system, please have an extra filter on hand;
· Please be aware that although we try to account for every vent in your system in the original estimate, there might be an additional charge per vent if we happen to miss a hidden one;
· Pay in full to the terms of the contract;
· Notify the duct cleaning service immediately if there is a problem;
· Provide milk and cookies - (just kidding)
What are the Rates?
Due to the growing concern over air pollution, the indoor air quality service industry has been booming recently. However, you should exercise caution when deliberating over what duct cleaning services you choose. Avoid flashy advertising and rates that seem “too good to be true” (example: $ 139.00 whole house), because usually it is.
Cost and time estimates vary because of the different sizes of houses and complexities of duct systems. But a professional cleaning should cost from $450 to $1,000 per heating and cooling system and take four to eight hours in a typical three - or four-bedroom house. However, the price of duct cleaning services will factor in the services that you want, the size of the system that needs to be cleaned, the accessibility of the system, the climatic region, and the level of contamination.
Call us to schedule your Free-In-Home Estimate today!
By using Wiz Team, Inc. duct cleaning services, you will be able to breathe easier knowing that the all the components of your forced air system will be cleaned thus improving the air quality within your home or work environment.
The Specifics
You should not settle for anything less than the best when you are having your ducts cleaned by a professional duct cleaning service. Knowing what they do is one way to protect your self from over paying for cheep but inadequate services. Here is a brochure that will give you on steps to properly clean air duct system.
How to Prevent Duct Contamination
Whether or not you decide to have the air ducts in your home cleaned, committing to a good preventive maintenance program is essential to minimize duct contamination.
To prevent dirt from entering the system:
Use the highest efficiency air filter recommended by the manufacturer of your heating and cooling system.
· Change filters regularly.
· If your filters become clogged, change them more frequently.
· Be sure you do not have any missing filters and that air cannot bypass filters through gaps around the filter holder.
· When having your heating and cooling system maintained or checked for other reasons, be sure to ask the service provider to clean cooling coils and drain pans.
- During construction or renovation work that produces dust in your home, seal off supply and return registers and do not operate the heating and cooling system until after cleaning up the dust.
- Remove dust and vacuum your home regularly. (Use a high efficiency vacuum (HEPA) cleaner or the highest efficiency filter bags your vacuum cleaner can take. Vacuuming can increase the amount of dust in the air during and after vacuuming as well as in your ducts).
- Have your carpeting and other flooring professionally cleaned on the regular bases.
- If your heating system includes in-duct humidification equipment, be sure to operate and maintain the humidifier strictly as recommended by the manufacturer.
Healthy Home Air Tips
While you may be tempted to avoid winterizing your home this year, there is no reason why you should skip it. Just follow these tips to make sure the air you breathe in your warm, toasty home is clean.
- To prevent moisture and mold/mildew from building up in the bathroom and kitchen, use fans or open a window
- Using a dehumidifier can also help reduce the amount of moisture in the air
- Doing a thorough cleaning of your home on a regular weekly basis will help cut back on allergens
- Use a cleaner that will destroy mildew in the kitchen and bathroom
- When vacuuming, vacuum in two directions with the second direction being 90° to the first direction
- Have your carpeting, upholstery, draperies and mattresses cleaned regularly
- Have all your fuel-burning appliances, like the water heater, checked annually to make sure it is working in peak form
- Replace your furnace filter every two to three months
- Use a high efficiency filter. These can capture up to 30 times more allergens compared to the standard fiberglass filter
- Make sure your furnace fan is always on; your furnace filter can’t catch any allergens if the fan is not on
- Install carbon monoxide alarms on every floor of your home
- To reduce carbon monoxide levels in your home, make sure any and all gas cooking appliances are vented to the outdoors
- If you are burning wood in your fireplace, crack open a window to help fresh air get in
- Dust mites are found in the highest concentration in the bedroom, so make sure all your bed coverings are allergen proof and that you wash them once a week in hot water
As you quietly read these lines millions of contaminants are infesting your home's air duct system...
So what are you waiting for?
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Wiz Team, Inc. - experts in cleaning air duct systems. In fact, we don't sell, service or repair anything relating to your heating & cooling system, so don't worry, and we’re not going to try to sell you a new furnace. Nor do we use same equipment from one service to do another.
We take our work and your home very seriously. We help people breath easy… inside.
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