Ductmasters - Commercial Air Duct Cleaning Specialists . Full Service Air Conditioning Contractor. We do it All

Air washing is the use of high-pressure air that comes from your air compressor through an air hose to an air nozzle. This air nozzle delivers the streams of high pressure air, which dislodges the accumulated dirt and debris. The suction from the vacuum collection system and the high-pressure air from the air nozzle move the dirt and debris that has been dislodged from the ductwork into the vacuum collection system.

II. The next level of cleaning is achieved by using air whips.

Air whips is a combination of air washing (high pressure air) with some agitation from the whips. This is a higher level of cleaning because, in addition to air washing, the whips make contact with some of the interior ductwork. Again, the suction from the vacuum collection system and the high pressure air from the air nozzle move the dirt and debris that has been dislodged from the ductwork into the vacuum collection system.

III. The highest level of cleaning is achieved by power brushing and air washing because it does the best job of removing the accumulated dirt and debris in the ductwork.

The brushing does the best job of dislodging the accumulated dirt and debris because it is making physical contact with more of the interior ductwork than the other methods. Air washing after brushing is necessary to help move the dirt and debris out of the ductwork to the vacuum collection system.

An example of different levels of cleaning quality is washing your car.

There are car washes that use just high-pressure water with soap and others use high-pressure water, soap and brushes. Both clean your car but which method gets it cleaner? Brushing gets your car cleaner because it makes physical contact with most of your car. Likewise brushing cleans ductwork better because it makes physical contact with most of the ductwork.

In commercial air duct cleaning defining what constitutes clean is determined by the cleaning specification on that project. The ability to understand how HVAC systems works, the ability to learn how to inspect, clean and decontaminate a HVAC system, and the commitment to doing quality work.

Indoor air quality is a major issue for building owners and managers, as well as building occupants. Indoor air quality problems can have a significant effect on productivity and employee morale. Indoor air problems can be caused by a variety of factors including poor HVAC design, substandard filtration and lack of maintenance requiring a team of multi-disciplined professionals to fix the problems. Left unresolved, indoor air quality problems subject building occupants to prolonged exposure to chemicals, molds, dust mites, bacteria and other pollutants. Symptoms that workers commonly complain of include coughing, nasal congestion, sore throats, wheezing, asthma, eye irritation, headaches and fatigue. Most indoor air problems can be traced directly to the HVAC (heating, ventilating, air conditioning) system.

Allergic reactions are the most common health problems that people experience regarding indoor air pollution. An individual can be affected by inhaling particles or vapors, by ingesting or eating it, and by having it come in contact with the skin. The effects may be immediate or not show up for years. Immediate responses that may be noted after a single exposure or repeated exposure include irritation of the eyes, nose and throat, headaches, dizziness and fatigue. These are usually short-term and treatable.

Molds can cause continuing health problems for individuals who may not realize they are mold sensitive. Health hazards range from infections to irritant and toxic type allergic reactions. Reactions to molds include sneezing, itching, coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath.

Billions of dollars are spent each year to treat the symptoms of contaminated air. Today, our work places are air tight and energy efficient. This means that more pollutants and contaminates are trapped inside, lowering the quality of air we breathe. Since people spend approximately 90% of their time indoors the risks to human health may be greater due to exposure to air pollution indoors than outdoors. Further, those people who may be most susceptible to the adverse effects of indoor air pollution are those who tend to spend the greatest amount of time indoors.

DUCTMASTERS Supports government & business efforts to obtain maximum efficiency from all a/c operating equipment.

Commercial HVAC System Cleaning and Commercial Air Duct Cleaning Services include:

Complete and proper cleaning of the Air Handler Unit (AHU) to all National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) standards:

Clean the interior of the air handler cabinet,

Clean blower assemblies,

Clean return and supply plenum,

Clean the evaporator, heating, and condenser coils,

Treat non porous interior surfaces of the system with bactericides and fungicides, and

Clean the condensate pan.

Air Duct Cleaning (Return and/or Supply) to all NADCA standards and EPA guidelines. This is accomplished with our DUCTVAC 3000 portable collection machines, rotary power or pneumatic brushes, and/or manual cleaning processes and/or high pressure air scrubbing devises.

Additional Services Available:

Resurfacing the interior of the AHU with an anti microbial resurfacing coating (IAQ 8000, Fosters or Porter Portecept). These resurfacing products are EPA registered for use in air conditioning systems. This will help prevent the future growth of fungus and bacteria as well as further degradation of the internal liner, or replacing the interior insulation with comparable fiber-glass insulation products if necessary.

Refurbishing the condensate pan with a high performance, corrosion proof product with high adhesion to metal and plastic surfaces. Resists corrosion on aluminum, galvanized, copper and stainless steel.

Stops pan leaks,

Automatic pan leveling,

Not effected by coil cleaners,

Insures long life to new pans,

Repairs old damaged pans, and

Strengthens your pan.

DUCTMASTERS has experience working with the following facilities:

Hospital/Healthcare Facilities

Laboratories

Office buildings

Schools and Universities

Day Cares

Manufacturing and Warehouse Facilities

Retail Shops and Malls

Hotels, Restaurants, and Bars

High-Rise Buildings

Homes, Townhomes, Condominiums and Apartments

By choosing Ductmasters you are guaranteed that all material used will be as specified and the work is performed and completed in a professional workmanlike manner!

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