Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our air duct cleaning services.
What is air duct cleaning?
The air duct cleaning is a simple but important maintenance activity for your home. It is the efficient and mess-free vacuuming of your air duct system to promote cleaner air circulation. If not properly installed, operated, and maintained, your duct system can become contaminated with dust, pollen, and other particles. Moisture from leaks or faulty seals can also encourage microbiological growth such as mold.
How can I tell if my AC ducts need to be cleaned?
The EPA recommends you have your air ducts cleaned if: there is visible mold growth in your air ducts, there is significant build up of dust/particles in the ducts, you notice frequent dust and particles in the air, or you notice a musty smell when the furnace is on. You might also experience a consistently dusty home, wake up with unexplained allergy-like symptoms, or spot black filtration lines around the edges of your carpeting.
Are there health benefits to having my ducts cleaned?
Dirty ducts can exacerbate pre-existing health concerns, including respiratory health conditions, autoimmune disorders, and environmental allergies. Tests have shown that air duct cleanings can remove over 50% of the dust in your home. The removal of these potentially harmful contaminants in your air duct system and air vents can potentially improve the air quality of your home, improving your family’s overall respiratory health.
Will freshly cleaned air ducts reduce my utility bills?
Yes! Clean ducts save energy. According to the US Department of Energy, 25-40% of the energy used for heating or cooling a home is wasted. Contaminants in your heating and cooling system can shorten the life of your HVAC system by causing it to work overtime. Clean and healthy systems are less likely to break down and have an overall longer lifespan.
How long will it take to have my air ducts cleaned?
Type of home, accessibility of the duct work, level of contamination, and length of time since last cleaning will all impact how long the cleaning service takes. For a thorough inspection and a specific time estimate, please call us at 615-244-1785.
What will it cost me to have my air ducts cleaned?
Our prices are traditionally determined based on square footage. We will take into consideration the size of your home and the accessibility of your duct work. The average cost for cleaning a 2,000 square foot home in Nashville is approximately $550. However, several factors may make this vary. For a free estimate, please call 615-244-1785 or submit a quote request online.
What Nashville areas do you service?
Mr. B’s Air Duct Cleaning is proud to serve all of Middle Tennessee, including Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, Hendersonville, Nolensville, Columbia, Lebanon, Mt Juliet, Smyrna, Dickson, Murfreesboro, and other local cities.
How long before I will need to have my ducts cleaned again?
Most Middle TN area homes’ air ducts will stay clean for 5 to 7 years with proper filter installation and usage. The EPA recommends using the highest efficiency air filter recommended by your manufacturer, changing filters regularly, and removing dust and vacuuming your home regularly.
Will you get a lot of dust in my house during the cleaning process?
No, our high-powered HEPA vacuum creates negative air pressure that ensures all dust and particles are removed directly into our HEPA machine and not into your home.
Will any harmful chemicals be used in the cleaning of my duct work?
No, our company cleaning is chemical-free. Our company uses only state of the art equipment manufactured by Abatement Technology.
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