Air Duct Cleaning

What is it worth to have good indoor air quality (IAQ)? Soil-Away can efficiently and effectively remove harmful dust particles, mold, fungi, pet dander, bacteria, and other contaminates known to cause or exacerbate health problems. In fact, the American Academy of Allergists have published statistics which state that 50% of all illnesses are either caused or aggravated by polluted indoor air (source: www.aaai.org). The U.S. EPA states that "the air inside your home or office is more polluted than the air outside".

Before and after Air Scrubber filter taken after residential air duct cleaning.

HVAC systems run more efficiently and thus save energy if they are cleaned and filters replaced on a regular basis. Your HVAC system should be cleaned on a regular basis (every 2-3 years) or more frequently if:

• Pets who shed are present
• After home remodeling
• If there has been or are smokers in the home
• Residents with respiratory issues such as asthma
• If there has been some sort of contamination of the system or home due to water damage

Soil-Away cleans HVAC the right way. Don't be deceived by low priced specials (also known as "blow and go") who quote an extremely low fixed price without knowing about your system or your home layout. Often these companies will blow air or stick a vacuum into a couple of vent resulting in wasted money and no results.

Vent cleaning in process

Soil-Away cleans your HVAC system the right way via industry NADCA (www.nadca.com) standards. We set a powerful 1800 CFM (cubic feet per minute) negative air scrubber system with a HEPA filter and use agitation to completely clean your system. We attach our negative air system directly to your HVAC system and use specialized agitation equipment to safely and effectively remove harmful particulates, mold, dander, hair, dust, construction debris etc.

The U.S. EPA states that proper air duct cleaning typically range from $450 to $1,000 depending on a number of variables including scope of services, size and type of system, number of vents etc. Our duct cleaning service is very competitive with this range, and will take at least half a day with 2 people.

Dryer Vent Cleaning:

What is the cost of peace of mind? Dryer vent maintenance is a simple cost effective way to save energy and prevent the very real danger of fire. According to FEMA "failure to clean" is the leading factor contributing to clothes dryer fires in residential buildings.

Fire departments and insurance companies recommend dryer vent cleaning at least once per year. Some municipalities and some insurance companies are now requiring this maintenance on an annual basis.

Proper Dryer Vent Maintenance

According to FEMA and the United States Fire Administration recommendations for dryer vent safety include the following:

Lint and debris we removed
from just one dryer vent
• Never put synthetic materials such as rubber, plastics, foam, or pieces of cloth that have been used to sponge up flammable liquids in the dryer system, even if previously washed
• Clean the lint out of the exhaust pipe and the rear of the dryer regularly
• Inspect your lint filter for rips each time you use it. If you see any rips, replace immediately.
• The exhaust pipe should be as short as possible and have limited bends to allow for adequate airflow.
• The American Household Appliance Manufacturers Association (AHAM) recommends the use of UL-listed rigid aluminum or steel duct or spiral-wound aluminum flex hose, NOT white vinyl hose.
• Never let your clothes dryer run while you are out of the house or asleep
• Have gas-powered dryers inspected by a professional annually to ensure that the gas line and connection are intact.

"Dryer vents cannot be longer than the equivalent of 25 feet (5 feet is added to the actual vent length for each 90-degree bend in the vent). When lint has to pass through an exhaust that is under a floor or through walls and is more than 6-feet long, it is almost impossible to propel all the lint out of the system. As a result, lint can accumulate in pockets along the vent where they are harder to reach and clean. Thus, it is crucial for homeowners to also regularly inspect and clean out the dryer vent." Source: FEMATopical Fire Research Series, www.usfa.dhs/gov/statistics/reports/

Signs your dyer vent needs maintenance:

• Clothes are taking longer than normal to dry
• Dryer area is dusty and or more humid than normal
• Clothes are hotter than normal at the end of a cycle
• Outdoor flapper is dirty and airflow is low

Let Soil-Away professionally inspect and clean your dryer vent system at very reasonable rates.