Professional Air Duct Cleaning in New Jersey

Prevent Air Duct Contamination

2009-06-16T18:59:00.004-04:00

This is advice for every homeowner, regardless of whether they decide to have their air ducts and HVAC system cleaned or not. Indoor to ensure that your home ventilation system is functioning efficiently and that your air ducts are not contaminated, you need to commit to a preventive maintenance program.

Preventing air duct contamination is done in part by preventing dirt from reaching the inside of your air duct system, and also with a healthy portion of active maintenance. Here are some tips:

Using the air filter with the highest efficiency that is recommended by the maker of your HVAC system.
Changing filters on a regular basis.
Changing filters with increased frequency if you notice build-up or clogging.
Making sure that there are no missing filters. If one of your vents is missing a filter or there are gaps around the filter, the air, along with contaminants, can enter your HVAC system with ease.
Insisting that the professionals who maintain or check your HVAC system clean the cooling coils and drain pans.
Your home's heating and cooling system is especially vulnerable during times of home renovation, construction, or maintenance. During these times you should seal off both the supply and return registers. You should also not operate the air ventilation system until all the dust and debris has been cleaned and removed from your home.
While air duct cleaning may help lessen the need to dust your home, the more frequently you dust and vacuum, the less often your need to have your air duct cleaned, because you have removed this dust from your home.
It is best to use a HEPA vacuum cleaner or at least the highest efficiency filter bags your vacuum cleaner can take.
If your home HVAC system includes in-duct humidification equipment, the humidifier should be operated and maintained in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

The bottom line with these recommendations is that whether of not you make the choice to have the air ducts in your home cleaned, you can follow these tips to help reduce the risk of air duct contamination.

Low Cost Energy Savings

2009-06-02T07:47:00.004-04:00

Clean the heating and cooling system in your home does a lot more than improve indoor air quality and circulation. Air duct cleaning can also be an effective, low cost way of lowering your utility bills. Over time, dust and debris build up in HVAC systems, causing them to operate less efficiently and reducing the systems ability to heat or cool properly. Studies have suggested that dirty air ventilation systems, particularly dirty coils, can reduce the efficiency of your HVAC system by as much as 30%.

Furthermore, if your filters are dirty, they are further obstructing air flow, causing utility bills to rise and reducing the life span of your HVAC system as a whole. These reductions in the efficiency of your air duct system continue, because the dust and debris that is not caught by the coils or filters builds up in the ductwork itself (if it does not escape and get spread throughout your home). There are two things that you can do. The first is to regularly inspect and change your air filters, so as to increase the efficiency and life span of the air ventilation system as best you can. The second is, if it has been more than a year or two, to have your air duct system cleaned by a professional air duct cleaning company. Why not get a free estimate today.

Hospital Air Duct Cleaning

2009-05-21T07:57:00.002-04:00

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New Jersey Air Duct Cleaners at Clean as a Whistle provide hospital air duct cleaning. In order to do this more effectively, they have developed a mobile containment system which requires only one person to be operated and ensures that air ducts and vents can be properly cleaned without disrupting patient care. This Hospital Ceiling Containment System is a versatile and effective tool in the endevor to provide quality healthcare environments in line with the demanding I.C.R.A. and J.C.A.H.O. standards. Learn more about our innovative air duct cleaning in New Jersey.

Spring Air Duct Cleaning

2009-05-07T06:10:00.006-04:00

Don't let allergens, pollen, and dust get the better of you this Spring!

One of the most often overlooked parts of Spring cleaning is cleaning air ducts and vents. Everyone knows that allergies can get really bad in the Spring. The pollen counts get high and those who suffer from allergies have a miserable time.

What most people ignore, unfortunately, is that indoor air quality is often considerably worse than outdoor air quality, so just by sitting in their homes, they could be exposing themselves to serious allergens. In fact, the EPA ranks poor indoor air quality as one of the top five environmental risks to public health. If you air duct system is dirty, it is likely spreading pollen, dust, and other allergens, including mold and bacteria, throughout your house, which can aggravate allergies, asthma, and other symptoms.

There are other reasons why air duct cleaning in the spring makes sense. Often, during the winter months, your home is closed up and you air duct system is frequently in use, heating your home. However, what many do not realize is that this type of air duct system usage in the Winter can lead to a serious build-up of contaminants in the Spring. When you are doing your spring house cleaning, don't you want the air to be clean too? If so, then cleaning your air ducts just makes sense.

There is a couple of steps that can be taken in the spring to ensure that your air ventilation system is functioning properly and providing you with contaminant-free-air.

1. Change the air filter. People think that the air filter is not important, but it is one of the simplest steps to ensuring that the air in your home is clean. This comes at the recommendation of the American Lung Association.

2. Your HVAC system should be inspected and, if necessary, cleaned. There are numerous areas within an HVAC system, such as the vents, plenums, and ductwork, that frequently trap contaminants. This contributes to poor indoor air quality when not cleaned and maintained. According to the National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA), if there is visible dust, dirt or debris within the ductwork, your HVAC system likely needs to be cleaned.

3. If your air duct system does need to be cleaned, hire a professional air duct cleaner. Unfortunately, not all duct cleaning companies can be trusted. Improper air duct cleaning has not benefit, can actually make indoor air quality problems worse, and costs you money. Make sure that your air duct cleaning company is certified by NADCA, the National Air Duct Cleaning Association.

The spring is a great time to get a jump on indoor air quality, and ensure that you fight back against pollen and other allergens. Make sure you clean your air ducts!

Hospital Ceiling Containment System

2009-04-26T21:36:00.003-04:00

Providet Service Associates, along with providing residential air duct cleaning in New Jersey, also provides commercial air duct cleaning. One of the most common types of commercial air duct cleaning jobs is in hospitals, where cleanliness and sanitation are of the utmost importance. Because of this, Clean as a Whistle (a division of Providet Service Associates) has developed an innovative new way to clean air ducts in hospitals: the Hospital Ceiling Containment System.

A significant concern of hospitals is to maintain a clean and safe environment. The health care industry has made impressive strides in preventing cross contamination and the spread of contagions. Hospitals and Health care facilities are constantly developing and improving methods to provide a sanitary environment for both patients and staff. The Providet Products Ceiling Containment System is a versatile and effective tool in the endeavor to provide quality health care environments in line with the demanding I.C.R.A. and J.C.A.H.O. standards.

More information to come soon on this exciting and innovative new way to clean hospital air ducts.

Air Duct Cleaning in New Jersey

2009-03-24T08:10:00.003-04:00

Here are some things to think about if you are considering having you air ducts cleaned in New Jersey:

Most New Jersey counties have an outdoor air pollution level that ranks in the worst/dirtiest 10% in the United States.
Indoor Air Pollution has been found to be up to 70 times worse than outdoor air pollution.
The average person spends between 60 and 90 percent of his or her time indoors.
40 pounds of dust accumulate in the average 6 room home every year.
Indoor Air Pollution causes or aggrevates half of all illnesses.
The majority of indoor air quality issues can be traced back to the HVAC unit (about 66%).
Allergies are practically an epidemic in the United States, with more than 50 million people suffering from them.
The fungi and bacteria in air duct systems has a direct link to allergies in 1 out of 6 allergy sufferers.

Indoor Air Pollution in New Jersey

2009-03-12T06:51:00.004-04:00

As professional air duct cleaners in New Jersey, it is our job to fight indoor air pollution, whether it be in the home, office, warehouse, hospital, school, or other building. However, not many people truly understand the nature and danger of indoor air pollution, and why having your air ducts cleaned on a regular basis is so important.

Indoor air pollution occurs when chemicals, gases, particles, and other substances are produced or released in or near the home (or other building). These could be man-made substances, or they could be naturally occurring substances, but their presence in the air qualifies as pollution. This may not seem like a big deal. However, common pollutants that can be found in many homes, both new and old, include:

Volatile organic compounds
Formaldehyde
Particulates
Radon
Asbestos
Combustion gases and by-products
Mold and Fungus spores

All of these pose a serious health risk to you and your family. These indoor air pollutants come from a variety of sources. Some potential sources of indoor air pollution are obvious, such as:

Household cleaning products
Wood or fuels that are burned
Building materials and products
Furnishings
Paint strippers
Pesticides
Soil under a house

Other sources are less obvious, but just as dangerous, because they release pollutants almost continuously. Air fresheners are just one example of this. Other sources of indoor air pollution, such as unvented space heaters, produce pollutants occasionally or when only when they are used. Regardless of the type of indoor pollution in your home, or its source, contacting professional New Jersey Air Duct Cleaners, such as Clean as a Whistle, is the first step to ridding your home of these dangerous chemicals and molds. Contact us today for a free air duct cleaning estimate.

Air Duct Cleaning New Jersey

2009-03-02T19:26:00.008-05:00

At Clean as a Whistle, we are ceritifed New Jersey Mold Remediation Experts. What, you ask, does a mold remediation professional in New Jersey do?

Mold, fungus, and bacteria can grow in any building or heating and air conditioning (HVAC) system that has a moisture problem. Mold growth can cause serious health issues, and Toxic Mold is a very serious problem in some areas of the country. The job of New Jersey Mold Remediation Professionals (we are certified by NADCA, the National Air Duct Cleaners Association), is to protect New Jersey homeowners and businesses from the mold growth which often takes places in air ventilation systems.

There are thousands upon thousands of varieties of mold and fungus which grow in New Jersey homes. Fortunately, most of these are harmless to individuals who are healthy and have strong immune systems. However, chonic exposure to mold spores, which may be transmitted by a contaminated air duct system, could aggravate allergies, asthma, sinus conditions, headaches, and more. Overexposure to mold has been known to causes fevers, fatigue, and respiratory distress in victims, while toxic molds cause even more severe problems, including bloody noses, hypersensitivity pneumonitis and permanent lung damage.

Because New Jersey Air Ducts are often moist, they prove to be an ideal breeding ground for mold and bacteria. Furthermore, materials with high amounts of cellulose, including sheet rock, ceiling tiles and wood, also provide a habitat where mold grows freely. Inadequate mainenance of your HVAC System in New Jersey may be causing mold, fungus, and bacteria to build up and be transmitted throughout your home or office.

It is important to promptly have all mold problems inspected and corrected, as well as to have your air duct system regularly cleaned by New Jersey Air Duct Cleaning Professionals, such as Clean as a Whistle, who are also certified Mold Remediation Experts. Contact us today for a free mold remediation estimate.

Air Duct Cleaning Basics

2009-02-19T07:51:00.003-05:00

Here's a basic question, regarding air duct cleaning: what is a plenum? New Jersey Air Duct Cleaners frequently advertise that they clean air supply registers, the return system, and plenums, but what are they talking about? Is there any reason to clean the plenums, or is it just fancy talk to make it seem like they're doing more work than they really are?

A plenum space provided in building construction for air circulation, specifically, for heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC). The plenum is typically located in between the structural ceiling of a home, and the drop ceiling, though it would also be under a raised floor. The plenum is distinct from the ductwork system, and is a part of the building itself.

The plenum is part of your home or office airflow system, and like any other part, dirt, dust, debris, human hair and skin, and even animal waste can accumulate there. Cleaning the plenums is an essential part of air duct cleaning, and failure to do so could negate any benefits of cleaning the rest of the system, as a dirty plenum could quickly recontaminate the entire system again. Now that you know what a plenum is, and why it is important, make sure that your air duct cleaner does not neglet this essential part of the air duct cleaning process.

Dryer Vent Cleaning in New Jersey

2009-02-10T21:38:00.006-05:00

So, what is dryer vent cleaning, and what's the point?

Did you know that the lint screen in your dryer, even when it is cleaned, only catches about 75% of the lint produced inside your dryer. That means 25% of the lint is working its way in your dryer vent, where it can accumulate over time, causing a serious fire risk. Dryer lint is extremely flammable and has the potential to ignite at any time, making your dryer vent a fire hazard that you cannot afford to ignore.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) estimates that over 15,000 dryer vent related fires occur every year. These dryer vent fires cause an estimated 97 million dollars in property loss. Read the CPSC Dryer Vent Fire Warning. These fires and the damage to homes is easily preventable. Fires occur when lint from the dryer builds up in the exhaust vent or duct. Lint blocks the air flow, causing excessive heat that can result in a fire. This is not a rare occurence. Protect your home and your family. Contact our professional Dryer Vent Cleaners in New Jersey today.

PLEASE BE AWARE: Buying a new drying machine DOES NOT eliminate the potential fire hazard of lint build-up in dryer vents. The dryer vent itself is the fire hazard when it becomes clogged with lint and paper particles.

What is Air Duct Cleaning?

2009-01-27T19:48:00.005-05:00

So, what is air duct cleaning? It's a fair question. Before someone can be expected to have their ducts cleaned, it makes sense that they would want to know a little bit about the duct cleaning process, the purpose of cleaning your ducts, and the effects of duct cleaning.

As the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) notes, the is increasing awareness of the dangers of indoor air pollution. Air Duct Cleaning, also called Air Vent Cleaning and HVAC Cleaning, refers to the process of cleaning and sanitizing the heating and cooling system components that make up forced air systems. Some of the components that are cleaned include the supply and return air ducts and registers, grilles and diffusers, heat exchangers heating and cooling coils, condensate drain pans (drip pans), fan motor and fan housing, and the air handling unit housing. See more about the process of our complete professional duct cleaning in New Jersey.

As the EPA points out, the components of your air duct system, "if not properly installed, maintained, and operated," could "become contaminated with particles of dust, pollen or other debris." Furthermore, if any moisture, condensation, or wetness is present, "the potential for microbiological growth (e.g., mold) is increased and spores from such growth may be released into the home's living space." Obviously, this is not healthy, as these contaminants may cause allergic reactions and other negative health symptoms in people who are exposed to them.

It is also for this reason that if you decide to have your heating and cooling system cleaned, it is essential to be certain that the service provider cleans all components of the system and is qualified to do so. Clean as a Whistle is professionally certified, and unlike other companies who cut corners, we will clean your entire air duct system, no just the portions that you can see, or that are obvious. When a company fails to clean the entire air vent system, even a single contaminated component can result in re-contamination of the entire system, thus negating any and all benefits. We use specialized tools to dislodge dirt and other debris in ducts, then vacuum them out with a high-powered vacuum cleaner, and also provide hand cleaning and sanitizing. Visit our website for more information about our New Jersey Air Duct Cleaning.

New Jersey Duct Cleaners- Residential

2009-01-13T19:57:00.003-05:00

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Duct Cleaners in New Jersey explain that your duct work or HVAC system can trap dust, mold, and germs, contaminating the air in your home. While you may not have known this, the debris in your air ventilation system could be aggravating the allergies of those in your home, spreading germs, and decreasing the efficiency of your heating and cooling system, costing you money. Respected New Jersey Air Duct Cleaners for almost 20 years, Clean as a Whistle is certified by the National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA). Call today if you need your New Jersey Home Air Ducts cleaned by professionals.

$99 Special?!!

2008-05-22T16:52:00.003-04:00

What is wrong with the $99 special?

Well, maybe nothing. It is possible that there are companies out there that are cleaning your ductwork for this price and doing a fine job. However, it is very unlikely. A couple things to know.

1. There is usually fine print and it is usually very important information. For example the print might mention that you have to pay an extra $200 to clean the vents in your home; and that is a small hidden price compared to many scams out there.
2. They are usually not trained nor certified.
3. You pay for what you get. In this case you usually end up paying more for getting less in reality.

Again do not be afraid to do your homework and ask many questions!

National Air Duct Cleaning Association

2008-04-02T15:46:00.002-04:00

Clean as a Whistle are professional air duct cleaners in New Jersey. We are certified as professionals by The National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA). Only companies certified by NADCA can truly call themselves professionals. Not only that, we are one of only two companies in New Jersey to be certified professionals in all three types of NADCA certifications:

	Air System Cleaning Specialist (ASCS)
	Certified HVAC Ventilation Inspectors (CVI)
	Ventilation System Mold Remediators (VSMR)

NADCA was formed in 1989 as a non-profit association of companies engaged in the cleaning of HVAC systems. Its mission was to promote source removal as the only acceptable method of cleaning and to establish industry standards for the association.

NADCA has expanded its mission to include the representation of qualified companies engaged in the assessment, cleaning, and restoration of HVAC systems, and to assist it members in providing high quality service to their customers. The goal of the association is to be the number one source for the HVAC cleaning and restoration services: first time, every time. Contact us today to speak with NADCA certified New Jersey Duct Cleaners.

Duct Cleaning in New Jersey

2008-04-01T11:18:00.001-04:00

Clean as a Whistle, a division of Providet Services Incorporated, is a New Jersey Duct Cleaning company, located in Millington NJ and serving Morris, Essex, Union, Somerset, and Middlesex counties. In this blog we will be providing consumers with air duct cleaning information, tips, and answering questions about duct cleaning in New Jersey.

If you have any questions about duct cleaning, HVAC cleaning, of kitchen exhaust system cleaning, please feel free to post them in the comments section, or visit our main site.