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Reasons to Have Your Air Ducts Cleaned

The sun’s out, and spring is definitely in the air! Most people enjoy this season because of its ideal temperatures. But it may not be the best time for those who suffer from allergies. In case you or a family member has allergies, cleaning the air ducts of your HVAC system can help! Listed below are some reasons why having …

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How to Protect Your AC’s Ducts and Vents From Rodents

Rodents are intelligent little creatures that love to stay inside houses. They sneak into small spaces to move around and avoid getting spotted. They’ll usually treat your cooling and heating ductwork as their transit system. Once they find a good spot, they’ll eventually start to reproduce, which means more problems for you. Rodents in your ductwork pose a threat to …

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Four Signs Your Air Ducts Need Cleaning

Dust, dirt, and other allergens can accumulate inside your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) ducts. If left unaddressed, they can cause health issues such as respiratory problems and skin irritation to members of the household. For that reason, it’s important to always keep your air ducts clean. Unfortunately, your ductwork is hidden, which makes it difficult to determine whether …

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5 Benefits To Air Duct Cleaning

Problems with your HVAC system can grow into major costs if left untreated. Having proper maintenance of your air conditioning and heating system is a great way to keep costs down in the long run and ensure your HVAC system is always running smoothly. One of the biggest problems when it comes to HVAC maintenance is taking care of your …

Common Air Flow Questions From Customers

On average, our technicians are in 150 Northern Indiana and Southwest Michigan homes every day. We’ve noticed, some of the same homeowner questions keep coming up. Here’s our expert answers from Operations Manager James Olesen: 1. Should I open or close my basement registers? Open them in the winter so you can heat the basement, but, since basements are typically …

5 Reasons to Have Your Air Ducts Cleaned | Indoor Air Quality Solutions

5 Reasons to Have Your Air Ducts Cleaned

We all know the importance of the air quality in our homes. As a society, we have become more educated on air pollutants and how to keep our homes free of dangerous aerosols and other contaminants. With this increased awareness, many homeowners wonder if they should get their home’s air ducts cleaned on a regular basis. They may see promotions …

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Mold Contamination in Your Ductwork: What should You Do?

Your duct system functions as the “lungs” of your home, since they’re responsible for distributing fresh air indoors. It is, therefore, necessary that you keep it free from airborne pollutants and hazards. Some harmful pollutants can make their way into the home, and households with mold and bacteria growth in their air ducts at a higher risk of creating unhealthy …

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Don’t Lose 30% of Your Cool Air – Get Your Ducts in a Row

At Home Comfort Experts, we are in and out of a lot of homes. We see dozens and dozens of furnaces and air conditioners, and thousands of feet of ductwork. Ductwork is one of the most ignored areas of your heating and cooling system. In many homes, we find ductwork systems that are installed or maintained improperly. The result? Wasted …