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Professional Air Duct Cleaning

Because of our vast knowledge of building and HVAC systems along with our expertise in solving indoor air quality problems, we knew that creating an air duct cleaning division would be a great fit to our remediation and abatement services. Our state-of-the-art air duct cleaning services strictly adhere to all cleaning recommendations from NADCA (National Air Duct Cleaners Association).

Without the knowledge and experience that we bring to every job, it would be difficult to correctly perform this important service. There are many companies that offer air duct cleaning for $200.00 or less, and only spend an hour at your home. Please understand that a thorough and proper air duct cleaning requires upwards of two or three technicians working approximately 8-10 hours in order to clean a system in the average home. As mentioned above, we follow the NADCA ACR2013 standard; we even clean the evaporator coil which is a crucial step in the air duct cleaning process and not performed by more than 75% of air duct cleaners.

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When Should You Seek Professional Air Duct Cleaning Services?

If you notice a large buildup of dust and debris at your HVAC diffusers/vents, or are experiencing respiratory symptoms in your home, you may need to contact a professional air duct cleaning service. When this happens, our team is very responsive and can have someone out there to investigate quickly.

Also, if you are a business owner or directly responsible for building maintenance in your office, school, or factory and receive complaints or suspect a problem, it’s best to contact a company that’s experienced in providing professional air duct cleaning services. Our team’s air duct cleaning service experience extends not just to residential duct cleaning, but offices, schools, libraries, multi-family apartments, factories, commercial kitchens, and more.

Dirty Duct Work

What is Duct Cleaning

The National Air Duct Cleaners Association’s (NADCA) rule of thumb for consumers is that “if your ducts look dirty, they probably are,” and that dirty HVAC systems should be inspected by a reputable, certified HVAC professional. Below are some other reasons homeowners choose to have their air ducts cleaned.

Indoor Air Quality

Did you know that dirty ductwork can contain up to 40 pounds of dust (which is created annually through everyday home activities). Having your ductwork properly cleaned every few years can greatly improve indoor air quality within your home and actually reduce dust build-up.  If you feel that that air quality in your home causes allergies or other health effects, have your ductwork inspected to determine the cleanliness of the system; we offer free inspections to show our Clients what’s inside of their ductwork.  If you use a high-quality air filter you will maintain cleaner ductwork and better indoor air quality.

People living in their home are one of the biggest contributors of indoor contaminants; we generate dust, dander, chemicals and skin cells. These materials are re-circulated up to 7 times in a day.  This is what creates build-up within duct work.

Just because a building has dirty air ducts, this doesn’t automatically contribute to poor air quality within a building; however, it can contribute to larger health problems which may cause serious problems for people with respiratory conditions, allergies or autoimmune disorders.

Save Energy

Who Wants to Conserve & Save Energy?

The U.S. Department of Energy states that 25 to 40 percent of energy is wasted when used for heating or cooling a home.  Dirty ductwork will cause an HVAC system to work harder which will shorten the life of the system and use more energy.  The dirt and dust accumulation cause air turbulence within the ductwork (Law of Fluid Mechanics) which does not allow air to flow as freely and effortlessly.  Even if your system uses high-end filters with high MERV ratings, they can still become dirty over time.

The take-home message here is that if your HVAC system is properly maintained it won’t work as hard to maintain the desired temperature in which is set.  This results in less energy used and leads to improved efficiency and cost savings.

How should a residential HVAC be cleaned?

Per NADCA, 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. The debris can then travel down the ducts to the vacuum, which removes it from the system and the home. Stay away from contractors who use shop vacuums and are in your home for less then two hours. The average home requires a 3-man crew at least eight (8) hours to perform proper cleaning. If the price you get from a contractor seems too good to be true, you are wasting your money on ineffective duct cleaning.

Questions to ask to determine if your duct cleaner did a thorough job

  1. Was the entire heating and cooling system cleaned (drain pans, humidifiers, coils, fans, duct work, etc.)?
  2. Is the heat exchange surface visibly clean?
  3. Are both sides of the cooling coil visibly clean?
  4. Are the coil fins straight and evenly spaced (not bent and smashed together)?
  5. Is the coil drain pan completely clean and draining properly?
  6. Are the blower blades clean and free of oil and debris?
  7. Is the return air plenum free of visible dust or debris?
  8. Do your filters fit properly and are they the ones specified by your equipment manufacturer?
  9. Are the interior surfaces of the ductwork free of visible debris?
  10. Are registers, grilles, and diffusers visibly clean and firmly reattached to the walls, floor, or ceiling?
  11. Was the duct cleaning contractor at your home for at least 8 hours?
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Maria G Becerra cruz
Maria G Becerra cruz
18:38 10 Oct 20
It has been a pleasure working with EHC at Armstrong. Alex Henriquez did a great job explaining the work plan, and was very receptive to any small requests/changes we at Armstrong made. Elio Cirilo did an excellent job providing us with quick, accurate estimates.
Jeremy Brickner
Jeremy Brickner
20:18 29 Sep 20
I have had the pleasure of working with Dan and Alex on several projects over the past year. They are very professional and thorough. I would highly recommend their services to anyone.
Katie D
Katie D
18:20 28 Sep 20
Barb King (VP of Operations), Mark Andrechik (Inspector), Cathy Workinger (HR Manager/Office Administator), Wendy McCall (Estimating Administrative Assistant) ESPECIALLY, as well as the rest of the EHC team members I came into contact with have exemplified professionalism, promptness, compassion, and the highest quality in service for myself and my home over the past 10+ months at various times. Barb King directly responded to my every request and concern better than I could have asked for, and Mark went above and beyond to personally text me to discuss any concerns or questions I had about the Mold Test Results and Summary he provided. Mark and Barb King also continued to make themselves available to me for any questions long past the initial work had been completed and truly exemplified what every homeowner would hope to see and receive in quality of service amidst facing a crisis in their home.Though they may not be the “cheapest” option, rest assured you will thank your lucky stars for every additional cent you throw their way once you realize the outcome and peace of mind provided to you as a result. If you ask me, the peace of mind that you are receiving what you have paid for and more in and of itself is priceless...especially in these uneasy times through this pandemic.
Alix Unwin
Alix Unwin
14:56 08 Sep 20
EHC was fast at and on time for the work on our house. I would recommend them.
JD Roy
JD Roy
22:00 07 Aug 20
Very pleased with the outcome. Alex Henriquez and his crew were simply awesome. Cathy, Barb, Wendy and Elio were very professional and courteous. This team hit a home run...highly recommended!
Ron Mathiot
Ron Mathiot
23:48 05 Aug 20
This is the third time EHC has helped me with a problem and I couldn't be happier. This time Alex and his helper removed duct work with asbestos and did a fantastic job. Having asbestos is scary and these guys make it seem like an everyday occurrence. The office personnel are so kind and polite. This is a great company. Thanks EHC for your very professional, excellent work.
Nancy Benedict
Nancy Benedict
21:34 01 Aug 20
E.H.C. was very responsible to our needs! It was a small job in our basement, that was done promptly. Alex Henriquez and his team were courteous, quick and thorough. I would recommend highly!
Tom Curry
Tom Curry
15:30 16 Jul 20
Great service! Muchisimas gracias, many thanks to Alex Henriquez, Jorge Ortega Sr., and Jorge Ortega Jr. for amazing work! Very professional, thorough, and efficient. Couldn't have done it without you!
Naiomi Tapia
Naiomi Tapia
04:47 09 Jul 20
Alex and his crew just finished removal of asbestos tile from my basement. They arrived right on time and finished quicker than estimated. Alex was helpful and polite. Great experience!
Travis Lehman
Travis Lehman
19:10 28 May 20
Alex Henriquez and his team were wonderfully patient, professional, and efficient. Having their services to clean and sanitize COVID-19 was a great blessing to all of us!
Kay B
Kay B
13:17 15 May 20
Great costumer service by their employees.Providing a great service to our community.Spotted one of their great job supervisor ALEX HENRIQUEZ doing a great job at out community police department (Columbia borough police department) keep up the great work guys.GREAT JOB E.H.C ASSOCIATES
Gerson Urena
Gerson Urena
15:20 13 May 20
Alex Henriquez
Alex Henriquez
19:11 11 Apr 20
We recently had EHC come into the house to clean out the asbestos insulation on the plumbing in the crawl space.Luis Erena and his crew came in and did a first class job. Very quick and efficient.I would highly recommend EHC and Luis to everyone.Dave Natale
Dave Natale
Dave Natale
22:35 26 Mar 20
Daryl with EHC has been such a pleasure to work with on site at the Coatesville VA Medical Center. His team is performing our demolition and Asbestos abatement, Veteran Design and Construction Inc and myself would highly recommend EHC and Associates for any job large or small. Thank you Daryl for all of your hard work and taking the time to go above and beyond and keeping our clients safe during abatement and demolition on our sites.
Hugh Galbreath
Hugh Galbreath
12:11 26 Feb 20
great service from Daryl Hartman I really enjoyed the way he supervised the crew, Great job I will use again in the future.
Ervin Coop
Ervin Coop
20:48 24 Feb 20
Daryl and his team have done an amazing job organized and effect will be using ehc again
Bruce Phifer
Bruce Phifer
20:26 24 Feb 20
All involved was very professional and courteous.Thank you. Elio, Dan, Arthur, CJ, Luis, I forgot some names.
Dennis Matias
Dennis Matias
13:46 24 Feb 20
We contacted EHC, set up an appt and Mark came to visit and took readings. We suspected mold issues due to our Grandson was having a reaction every time he visited us recently. The testing indicated mold in our ducts. Art and Nelson came out and in 2 days the cleaning and treatment eradicated the issue. The whole process was seamless and we are confident it was totally taken care of.Art and Nelson were professional and courteous during this process, we couldn't have asked for more.
Richard Heller
Richard Heller
20:26 18 Feb 20
Wonderful service and experience. Elio was very knowledgeable and had excellent customer service skills. I would recommend them hands down.
Sukie Suarez
Sukie Suarez
22:28 14 Feb 20
EHC completed asbestos floor tile removal and interior demolition in the basement of our home. Throughout the process, I was highly impressed and very satisfied with their professionalism and responsiveness. The work was supervised by Daryl who went out of his way to communicate and was very diligent in ensuring the work was completed to a high standard.
Dominic Rice
Dominic Rice
20:51 10 Feb 20
We have worked along side of EHC and CJ on various projects and they have always been professional. It is great to partner with Companies like EHC.
dustin gingrich
dustin gingrich
11:38 31 Jan 20
We recently used EHC on a project with great results. The demolition scope was vital to keep a tight schedule on track. CJ and his team were up to the task and able to finish as promised. They were professional and made sure the site was cleaned up after every shift.
Doug McKain
Doug McKain
00:05 30 Jan 20
Mr. Cirilo was very patient and took time to answer all of our questions. We appreciated his effort to educate us and not just prescribe a solution.
Konrad Martin
Konrad Martin
17:04 28 Jan 20
Very satisfied with the mold remediation in our attic space. Alex Henriquez was in charge and communicated very well, explaining every step that was going on. He is quite pleasant and an asset to your company. The team was very prompt and efficient. Very glad we chose EHC!
Martha Kast
Martha Kast
21:13 20 Jan 20
We’ve been partnering with EHC for sometime and they are an outstanding company that provides excellent service.
Paul Nanni
Paul Nanni
11:58 10 Jun 19
This was a very positive experience. They showed up as scheduled and were very professional. They alerted me of a possible problem with my existing unit and supplied a detailed summary of the work done.Follow up was immediate. I highly recommend this company.Susie Ketner, Homeowner
Carolyn Ketner
Carolyn Ketner
00:59 31 May 19
Very professional and easy to work with. Kind and knowledgeable staff all around. I'd recommend them to everyone!
Beth Frey
Beth Frey
16:42 29 May 19
Company was great to work with from estimating to the final reports sent to us after the job was completed. They communicate well, show up as scheduled and do the job as estimated very well. Will definitely recommend in the future. Thanks again to everyone! Matt Shay - Dale E. Wentling Inc.
Matthew Shay
Matthew Shay
20:37 08 May 19
Anton Luse
Anton Luse
15:46 22 Mar 19
Obligatory 5 stars. I work for them, they're a great company.
Forrest Black
Forrest Black
01:25 26 Jan 19
On Red Rose bus.
philip Wrightstone
philip Wrightstone
21:33 27 Dec 18
My experience with EHC Associates has been excellent. They have been so helpful from the moment I placed the first phone call to when I payed my invoice today. My family has been out of our house for remodeling for almost 2 months. When we were able to move back in it dawned on me that there was a chance that some of the old building materials that were removed could have contained asbestos. I called EHC to get my air tested to make sure it was safe for my family to move back in. I called on Monday and they were able to squeeze me in for the test that very same day. I paid to get my results expedited and I had the information back the next evening. The price was not outrageous either. Thank you EHC and a very special thank you to Wendy, Elio, & Cathy for being so friendly, professional, and informative. I am a supervisor for a customer service call center and I can tell you that they get an A+ in my book for the way they treated me as a customer!
Kari Devers
Kari Devers
15:45 14 Dec 18
Kathryn Verwohlt
Kathryn Verwohlt
16:51 23 Jul 18
Antonio Díaz
Antonio Díaz
01:26 31 May 18
Mi nuevo empleo . gracias a ese personal q me ha recibido de buena gana.
Joel Jander Pantoja Izquierdo
Joel Jander Pantoja Izquierdo
22:39 08 Jan 18
Es tan buenas y efectivas que en una escala del 1. Al 15 , siendo 1. Lo más impresionante y que resuelve ,y 15 un alto rendimiento en trabajo efectivo, yo le daría un 18
Roberto Rodriguez
Roberto Rodriguez
04:14 15 Dec 17
EHC saved the day for us! During construction we encountered possible environment materials on our site. Because all of trades were lined up to do work on a very tight time schedule, I called EHC who sent a representative out within hours of my call. The rep took samples and by 2PM the next day I got a call with the results of the sampling (yea no hazardous materials!) thus allowing us to stay right on our construction schedule. Thank you EHC for saving the day!!!
Todd Lehman
Todd Lehman
18:34 01 Dec 17
I called E.H.C. with some questions about a property I'm buying. The person I talked to was very helpful and friendly. He basically told me that i don't need his services and went into detail to explain why. He really put my mind at ease about the purchase. I'm glad I don't need there help right now, but if I do, they'll get my business for sure!
John Noll
John Noll
20:04 25 Apr 17
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