How Air Duct Cleaning & Sanitation is Performed

The most effective way to clean air ducts and ventilation systems is to employ Source Removal methods of cleaning. This requires a contractor to place the system under negative pressure, through the use of a specialized, powerful vacuum. While the vacuum draws air through the system, devices are inserted into the ducts to dislodge any debris that might be stuck to interior surfaces, including corners and other hard to reach areas. The debris will then travel down the ducts to the vacuum, which removes it from the system and the house or building with no dust entering into the occupied space. . The technicians will also hand wash each of your registers. The final steps are to clean the trunk line, plenum, furnace, heat exchanger, evaporator coil, condensate drain pan, blower housing, motor and wheel.

Special care is taken to protect your air ducts, floor coverings, and furniture. After having performed cleaning on thousands of projects, no duct work has been damaged by our state of the art equipment

When replacing the air filter, we will recommend what type of air filter is best for your system, and the best location in the duct work or furnace.

Sanitizing
After the ducts, main trunk lines, and coils have been cleaned of debris and the system is still under vacuum pressure, an EPA registered anti-microbial solution or biocide (sanitizer/deodorizer) is fogged into each duct run and applied to each coil. These solutions are capable of destroying smoke odor, either from cigarettes or from fire, killing odors from rodents and rodent feces and urine, and neutralizing mold and bacteria.

Controlling moisture is the most effective way to prevent biological growth in all types of air ducts. There may be circumstances that have caused air ducts to be severely contaminated with mold. To prevent re-growth it may be necessary to replace the contaminated duct.

Dryer Vents
Diversified Mechanical Maintenance also cleans dryer vents. Most dryer damage and fires can be prevented with the proper vent maintenance. When a dryer vent becomes clogged with lint, it is inefficient, resulting in longer drying times. This will result in more energy use. In addition to clogging the dryer vent, lint is also combustible. According to the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission, there were an estimated 18,000 dryer fires in 2001, resulting in 26 deaths, 420 injuries, and approximately $89.6 million in property damage. Take this preventative measure and don't let your residence or business add to these statistics. By having your dryer vent cleaned regularly on our maintenance plan, you can prevent a fire.

Chimneys & Fireplaces
An annual inspection and cleaning is recommended before each heating season to protect against buildup. While fire prevention is a major concern, unseen blockage can also prevent proper draft ventilation. Our Diversified Mechanical Maintenance technicians will clean your chimney and fireplace quickly and safely with no soot entering your home.