Duct Cleaning

How To Clean the Ducts in a Home With Asbestos

mariataylor@achrnews.com (Maria Taylor) — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 13:00:00 -0500

Old homes and old HVAC systems bring the potential for asbestos — here’s what HVAC contractors and duct cleaning professionals need to know if they run into it on a jobsite.

Should You Clean the Ducts of a Home with Asbestos?

keatinga@bnpmedia.com (Austin Keating) — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -0400

Trained to identify the varying types of asbestos used in old buildings, Matt Mountain of Mountain Duct Cleaning knows what he’s looking for.

Why More HVAC Contractors Should Offer Duct Cleaning Services

bellolih@bnpmedia.com (Hannah Belloli-Oster) — Wed, 24 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0400

Over time, dirt, dust, pet dander, debris, and more accumulate in air ducts. And since the HVAC system works basically as a whole-home vacuum, all of that is recirculated through homes when the HVAC system runs, unless the ducts are cleaned out.

Are Duct Cleaners the New Wave of Duct Renovators?

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 14:00:00 -0400

Offering duct renovation can be a boon to HVAC contractors, and the time to get started is now.

Three Common Signs of Air Filtration Failure

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0500

You perform maintenance each year, but by the next maintenance visit, dirt and grime are in the equipment again. Have you ever wondered why this happens?

Customer Service Lessons a Veterinarian Taught Me

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0400

It’s easy to forget that what is a regular day on the job for you is a significant event in the life of your customer.

NADCA Offers Technical Conference Scholarships

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 12:08:00 -0400

The National Air Duct Cleaners Association's 2023 Fall Technical Conference is scheduled for September 7-9 in Grapevine, Texas, near Dallas. Those in the field who have not attended before can apply for a scholarship.

The One-Degree Principle

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 07:00:00 -0400

The key is to adjust your set point slowly and focus on progress, not perfection. Don’t try to add 100°F all at once; you’ll burn out.

NADCA Fall Technical Conference Offers Hands-On Training

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 15:45:00 -0400

NADCA’s annual Fall Technical Conference features hands-on training during which attendees can use real-world scenarios to develop practical skills.

Duct Renovators Are the Missing Link

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Give your duct renovators purpose and help them understand why their position is valuable.

Seven Steps for Successful Duct Renovations

Wed, 24 May 2023 16:00:00 -0400

Duct renovation is not a silver bullet. Instead, it’s an important piece of the overall comfort system.

Five Duct Renovation Rules to Remember

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0400

These simple guidelines will help HVAC contractors shift their business from “practitioner” to “specialist.”

Duct Cleaners Gather in New Orleans for 34th Annual Meeting

keatinga@bnpmedia.com (Austin Keating) — Wed, 29 Mar 2023 09:43:51 -0400

Slideshow: The National Air Duct Cleaning Association annual meeting in New Orleans at the end of March delved deep into the cleaning business with a focus on keeping up the demand momentum for the service from COVID-19.

Indoor Air Quality a Hot Topic at NADCA Conference

mattjachman@achrnews.com (Matt Jachman) — Tue, 19 Apr 2022 11:00:00 -0400

The National Air Duct Cleaners Association recently drew more than 500 people to a resort near Denver for its annual meeting and exposition.

Duct Cleaning a Good Fit for HVAC Pros

mattjachman@achrnews.com (Matt Jachman) — Mon, 11 Apr 2022 11:00:00 -0400

A move into duct-cleaning work is natural for HVAC contractors looking to expand their repertoire and add another source of revenue.

When You Should Look Beyond the HVAC System

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0400

Some comfort and indoor air quality issues we encounter bleed over from areas that we might be unfamiliar with. The most common are the influences of building construction, like leakage and insulation.

Duct Cleaning Gets HVAC Contractors Into the Home

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Air duct cleaning is an important part of indoor air quality, and that is why Rotobrush attended the 2022 AHR Expo to connect with HVAC contractors.

10 Factors That Determine Duct System Performance

Mon, 27 May 2019 07:26:00 -0400

Paying attention to these 10 factors will ensure that customers get the highest possible comfort and efficiency.

You Can’t Judge a Book By Its Cover, So Read the Story

aa8701@nyu.edu (Amy Al-Katib) — Mon, 11 Feb 2019 07:30:00 -0500

The tech who showed up to the house was probably just as surprised as I was that my dad was getting the ducts cleaned. But he saw this appointment as an opportunity, not a waste of time. He talked to my dad, found things out about him and the house. Because he spent just a few minutes with my dad, he was able to add on additional products and services. That tech turned a $375 duct cleaning job into a $1,500 IAQ solution job.

Infographic: 6 Deadly Facts About Indoor Air Quality

Mon, 12 Nov 2018 07:28:00 -0500

While exterior pollutants, such as smog and CO, may receive more attention, IAQ within a home can have serious effects on our physical and mental health, as well.

Offer Ductwork Maintenance as a New Service, Source of Revenue

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 07:32:00 -0400

Although ductwork doesn’t require quite as much maintenance as other HVAC equipment does, there are steps to be taken to ensure its longevity, safety, and efficient operation.

Duct Leakage Is Tricky Business

robertbeverly@achrnews.com (Robert Beverly) — Mon, 20 Aug 2018 07:34:00 -0400

As common as the duct leakage problem is, it’s also very easy to go in with less-than-adequate knowledge for solving the problem in customers’ homes due to all the possible variables in play.

Four Ways You Might Be Using an Air Duct Calculator Incorrectly

Mon, 12 Mar 2018 07:28:00 -0400

The air duct calculator, or “ductulator,” is a commonly used tool for designing and installing duct systems. Unfortunately, many designers and technicians receive limited instructions on its correct use.

Four Steps to Start Optimizing a Poorly Performing Duct System

Mon, 25 Dec 2017 07:28:00 -0500

A question I’m frequently asked is, where do you start when improving a poorly performing duct system? Do you tear it out and start over again, or is there an easier way? The good news is, there is a simple, logical pattern you can follow to optimize a duct system.

Obstacles to Air Balancing Residential HVAC Systems

Mon, 15 May 2017 07:30:00 -0400

Being accountable for proper airflow delivery causes a tech to examine every portion of an installation differently. Airflow is no longer assumed since test instruments now measure it. Let’s look at some of the most common obstacles to achieving a successful air balance on a residential HVAC system.

Introducing and Selling the Benefits of IAQ

Mon, 28 Dec 2015 07:33:00 -0500

While IAQ can be an integral part of an HVAC installation, not every consumer is aware how or why these products are necessary. That education must come from the contractor. And, those who present solutions through an informal, low-pressure approach seem to have the most success.

Direct Energy Home Services and Alberta Home Services Join Forces

Thu, 10 Dec 2015 13:15:00 -0500

Direct Energy Home Services announced it will be the exclusive HVAC contractor for Alberta Home Services providing its customers with repair and replacement of HVAC equipment. Alberta Home Services announced it will be the exclusive duct cleaning contractor for Direct Energy Home Services.

Duct-cleaning Services Require a Contracting Commitment

Mon, 21 Sep 2015 07:32:00 -0400

Adding duct-cleaning services can bring in valuable new business and boost a contractor’s bottom line, but before a contractor enters the market, he or she needs to understand and commit to the time and costs involved in properly training and equipping their teams.

Support, Ease of Installation Put RGF’s REME Halo on Top

Mon, 20 Jul 2015 07:25:00 -0400

The REME Halo™ whole-home air purifier from RGF^® Environmental Group Inc. has earned a reputation among contractors not only for its ability to improve IAQ, but also for its ease of installation and stellar customer support.

Defining Indoor Air Quality

Mon, 08 Jun 2015 07:35:00 -0400

Most of the time, it will be possible to come up with a solution to an IAQ problem, and contractors should take that opportunity to educate consumers on the health and comfort benefits of IAQ products.