Low Cost Energy Saving Tip
June 2, 2009
You might be out there thinking, why should I get my air ducts cleaned? Who needs professional air duct cleaners? After all:
- I don’t smoke
- I don’t have allergies or asthma
- I don’t have a problem with dust in my house
- I don’t have any pets
- And no one that I live with has/does any of the above either
Well, the health benefits of air duct cleaning are just one of the ways that it can be beneficial. During this recession, you might be interested in a low cost way to significantly reduce your utility bills. Intrigued?
Cleaning your home’s (or office’s) heating and cooling system can be can both an effective and relatively low cost solution for reducing your energy costs.
Over time, dust, debris, and other contaminants build up in air duct systems, reducing their efficiency and causing them to heat and cool less effectively. It has been suggested in some studies that a dirty HVAC system is 30% less efficient than a clean one. This reduction is particularly due to dirty coils.
The bottom line is that
1) You should inspect/change your air filters regularly to ensure the best performance from your air duct system.
2) You should have your air duct system cleaned about every one to two years. These steps will ensure that your home or office air ventilation system is operating at its most efficient, lowering your energy costs and saving you money. Why not get a free air duct cleaning estimate today?
