Is Air Duct Cleaning Worth the Investment?

Air duct cleaning services have become more popular in the last few years. This is likely due to a post-COVID emphasis on home cleanliness and sanitization as well as more knowledge around the importance of indoor air quality. Despite the growing popularity, a lot of homeowners still wonder, “is air duct cleaning is worth the investment?”

1. Increased HVAC Efficiency and HVAC Maintenance 

In Portland, most homeowners have their HVAC system on for the whole year due to the cold winters and hot summers. That is, if you are lucky enough to have an AC system in your home! But dirty and clogged air ducts cause the HVAC system to struggle to reach the desired temperature. The HVAC systems runs longer than necessary, which increases your electricity costs and can cause damage to your equipment that require pricey repairs.

Our duct cleaning service removes all the excess mold, dirt and debris from the air ducts to clear any clogs or congestions that are disrupting airflow. While cleaning and sanitizing the duct system, we will also see if there is any damage on the duct system that might need your attention. We even provide dryer duct repairs onsite without notice!

2. Reduced Home Energy Costs

Air duct cleaning improves HVAC efficiency, which reduces energy consumption and decreases energy costs. Especially in very old, newly constructed, and recently remodeled homes, significant debris builds up in the duct system and causes clogs and obstructions, increasing energy costs.

Air duct cleaning also reduces home energy costs because our services include dryer vent cleaning as a complimentary service. A dryer vent clogged with lint and debris will reduce the efficiency of the dryer and lead to damaged clothes and equipment. Dryer vent cleaning reduces the amount of drying time necessary, saving electric costs, as well as your time spent doing laundry.

3. Improved Indoor Air Quality

According to the EPA, indoor air quality, or IAQ, is one of the major health-related issues in the U.S. Indoor smoking and moisture can lead to grime and mold growth throughout the lining of your duct system. This, in addition to dust, dander, and debris, is blown throughout the home when the heating or cooling system is on, leading to poor indoor air quality.

Professional air duct cleaning removes mold, mildew, smoke buildup, dust, and more. An optional application of disinfectant after the cleaning sanitizes the walls and mitigates future build up. All of this will lead to healthier and more fresh air in your home.

4. Cleaner and More Hygienic home

Dust and dirt build-up in the air ducts can make it impossible to keep your home clean. One of the indicators that you need to clean the air ducts is excess dust accumulation on shelves, counters, and furniture. It is likely that the dust built up in the ducts is being blown around your home every time the air conditioner or heating is turned on.

Not only will professional air duct cleaning remove the dust and dirt from the duct system, but we also guarantee that you will notice a significant decrease in the dust accumulation throughout your entire home as well. After a duct cleaning, you’ll be able to spend more time enjoying your home rather than cleaning it.

The EPA suggests having your air ducts cleaned in these instances:

•  Visible mold growth on the components of the heating and cooling system
•  Duct infestation
•  Ducts are clogged with a visible amount of dirt, dust, and debris

Keep in mind that professional air duct cleaning is also recommended after major renovations. Furthermore, you should get air ducts clean once every 3 to 5 years if:

•  you are pet owner,
•  there is a smoker in your household,
•  or you or your family members suffer from respiratory disease.

Homeowners are often worried that air duct cleaning is just a scam. Choosing the right company that has relevant experience and knowledge in the duct cleaning field will make all the difference. We are a locally owned and operated, small business that takes pride in our work and will make sure that you are 100% satisfied with our service. When you get a quote from us, you can be sure that there will be no hidden fees or upsells.