tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-79067965848438357992024-03-13T10:11:30.639-07:00Georgian Duct Cleaning BlogAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06576891165110260878noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906796584843835799.post-1493568104626141412016-07-28T06:41:00.001-07:002016-07-28T06:41:39.157-07:00The dangers of dryer fires and what causes them?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It's the weekend, the time to relax! It’s also time to start the weekly chores such as doing the laundry. Washers and dryers are one of the workhorse appliances in your home. Our dryers can be our best friend but could be our worst nightmare.<br />
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Over time, dryer vents become clogged with lint, hair and dust, and they have to be cleaned regularly. A clogged dryer vent can also increase the drying time for every load of laundry done. At the end of the cycle, the clothes may still be damp and if you don’t remove them and they sit for a few days, you’ll need to wash them over again to remove the odour. Your laundry may take multiple cycles to thoroughly dry your clothes, and that will your increase your electric bill, and no one wants to pay more than they should. When your dryer isn’t drying properly you should check the dryer vent for blockage. Another sign of a problem is when the dryer feels hot to the touch. It could mean that the vent is clogged and the heat is not escaping and the cool air is not coming in. When heat builds up, it could start a fire.<br />
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If the dryer is blocked and airflow is restricted, it may cause a serious fire hazard. The main causes of a dryer fire are clogged dryer vents. Dryer fires account for loss of life and millions of dollars in property damage.<br />
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Dryer fires can be avoided. To reduce the risk, we recommend a regular inspection and cleaning to the dryer vents inside your home. It should be cleaned at least once a year or more if you use it more regularly.<br />
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Our team of fully trained, certified technicians would be happy to provide any of our services in your home or commercial building. We recommend the use of the LintAlert monitoring system with annual dryer vent cleaning to reduce your risk of a dryer fire.<br />
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<a href="http://www.georgianductcleaning.ca/" target="_blank">Georgian Duct Cleaning</a> is a family owned business in Simcoe County with over 20 years experience working with residential, commercial and industrial HVAC ducts. Call us for a free quote or for more information. (705) 722-5952 or 1-800-363-2563Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06576891165110260878noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906796584843835799.post-76172824717386951042016-06-29T08:20:00.000-07:002016-06-29T08:20:45.439-07:00How Georgian Duct Cleaning Can Help You Through The Seasons<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Georgian Duct Cleaning has been in business since May 1991. Our company has grown from a one- person operation, to a family owned business with 12 people. Our team are fully trained certified technicians, and are happy to provide any of our services in your home. We use the latest equipment, custom built truck mounted and portable duct cleaning technology, to thoroughly clean your home and commercial heating and cooling air duct system top to bottom.</div>
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Our service vehicles are equipped for many different cleaning applications, such as residential, commercial and industrial duct cleaning, dryer vent cleaning, robotic video inspections, mould removal, dust collector clean outs, hi-level building cleaning, insulation removal, dry-ice blasting and many other specialized cleaning services.</div>
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Do you have allergies? Do you sneeze and cough a lot? When cleaning your home do you have a lot of dust? Are you renovating your house? If you said yes to any of these, then getting your air duct cleaning is a right move. Your air ducts could be laden with dust, dirt, mold, bacteria, construction garbage, pet hair, building materials, fungal growth, flakes of skin and hair. These are blown throughout your home when the furnace fan comes on and can create some problems. <span style="font-size: 12.8px;">For example, allergies can be aggravated, resulting in sneezing and/or coughing. If there is a lot of dust in your house, even though you already cleaned your house, respiratory health problems can be triggered. Poor indoor air quality can inflame allergies, respiratory disorders, cause sickness, or result in occupant complaints and employee absenteeism. </span></div>
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How do we inspect, clean, and sanitize obscure confined spaces? One way is with a remote control robot device. With a tiny video camera, we can look inside the ducts so you and the technician can monitor the cleaning process. Re-useable access points are sealed with a sheet metal plate with an airtight gasket and screws. We also clean the furnace fan, fan housing and accessible areas of the air conditioning coils.</div>
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Does your house have a lingering odor? Have you tried air fresheners and still can’t get your house smelling better? We also have a fresh scent herbal-based sanitizer to make your house smell better. Plus it kills any lingering molds and fungi. When getting your air ducts cleaned professionally, it will take about 2 or more hours depending on the size of the house. At the end of the service a certificate of cleaning is provided with the work.</div>
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Did you know we can provide you with a cost over the phone or you can request pricing using our web form? When our technicians arrive they will provide you with a written verification of pricing “before” we start anything. You should know exactly how much the cleaning is going to be, there are no surprises.</div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 14.6667px; line-height: 1.38; white-space: pre-wrap;">Poor indoor air quality can have a direct impact on our lives and our health. If you’re experiencing symptoms of poor indoor air quality, such as dryness and irritation of the eyes, headaches, fatigues, shortness of breath or sinus congestion, you should take some steps to make improvements. The first step in improving your home or office’s air quality, is understanding what contributes to poor indoor air quality in the first place.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pet Dander. </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">We love our animal pals like family! But sometimes, especially certain breeds of cats dogs, and birds, can create dander and dust from skin and fur that can contribute to poor indoor air quality. If you have a furry or feathered friend, there are things you can do to mitigate this! Keep your pet’s area (crate, cage..) clean. Bathe your pet regularly - especially if they’ve spent a lot of time outdoors. Brushing dogs and cats,and keeping them groomed can also help cut down on fur and dander in the air. Vacuuming regularly also helps!</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Garage Activities. </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If your home has an attached garage, the activities that take place inside of it can contribute to poor indoor air quality as well! Starting and idling a car, starting a lawn mower, operating a generator, cutting wood/carpentry, painting, etc. all release a variety of VOCs, including carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide, and more. Try to ventilate your garage well and keep doors from your home to the garage closed and well sealed. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.6667px; line-height: 1.38; white-space: pre-wrap;">Throughout the winter, you most likely spent a lot more time indoors. You probably kept your windows and doors closed to keep the warmth in. Your pets also may have stayed inside more, and you probably had guests over during the holidays. Unfortunately, these winter behaviours can lead to a reduction in air quality. </span></div>
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<a href="http://www.georgianductcleaning.ca/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Georgian Duct Cleaning</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> is a family owned business in Simcoe County with over 20 years experience working with residential, commercial and industrial HVAC ducts. Call us for a free quote or for more information. (705) 722-5952 Or 1-800-363-2563</span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06576891165110260878noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906796584843835799.post-26428768427866621582016-02-23T07:03:00.000-08:002016-02-23T07:03:55.392-08:005 Tips on Getting a Jumpstart on Your Spring Cleaning<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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As the weather starts to change, and we see longer sunnier days, it might have you thinking about starting your spring cleaning soon. Giving your home a good cleaning is important this time of year, especially for your indoor air quality.. During the winter months you most likely spent more time indoors, and less time opening windows and doors. Your furnace system was probably also running more. Dust most likely has built up on a few surfaces and the air might feel stagnant. To improve this air quality, you can get a start on your spring cleaning a bit early! Follow our 5 tips to make this daunting task a bit easier for you.</div>
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Knowing where and how to start tackling the chores is the hardest part of getting the ball rolling. The best thing to do is to sit down and write out everything (even the smallest tasks!) that needs to be done. This lets you break down all of your tasks. It also helps to make a guess at how long something might take, this way if you find yourself with only 10 or 20 minutes you can pick tasks that you can complete during that time.</div>
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Make sure when you pick a place to start it is up higher. If you start with the floors and baseboards, you will end up needing to re-clean them at the end. Start with dusting ceiling fans, wiping walls, the tops of shelves, and countertops.. end with mopping and vacuuming.</div>
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Multitasking will save you a lot of time on your chores. While you have a load of laundry or dishes going, dust some bookshelves. While a stain remover soaks on some upholstery or clothing, you could clean the toilet!</div>
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Blinds and curtains hold onto a huge portion of the settled dust in our homes. Take the time to wipe these areas clean with a microfibre cloth and a vacuum. If you need something stronger, you can create a DIY solution of baking soda and warm water with your favourite essential oils to get a nice scent in your home as well.</div>
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Your <a href="http://www.georgianductcleaning.ca/#!healthyair/c15we" target="_blank">air ducts </a>are home to dust, dirt, mould, bacteria, construction garbage, flakes of skin and hair. These contaminants are released into the atmosphere of your home, causing indoor air pollution, and environmental sensitivity. The air ducts require periodic cleaning to reduce these airborne contaminants and to create a cleaner safer home for you and your family. </div>
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During the winter as you spent more time indoors, there was most likely more contaminants settling in your ducts, so spring is the perfect time to get them cleaned out so you can bring in fresh air during the warmer months. Making sure your ducts are clean will also ensure that your air conditioning system can operate efficiently.</div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You can run a dehumidifier to reduce the humidity in your home. These are usually very effective and some models also purify and filter the air which generally improve air quality.</span></div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06576891165110260878noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906796584843835799.post-91169698909953116842015-12-14T12:45:00.000-08:002015-12-14T12:45:23.377-08:003 Reasons You Need to Replace Your Furnace Filter
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-yqzMJGDymNk/Vm8qAr3HhOI/AAAAAAAAAKM/GfFMmWPIDmA/s1600/cold.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Furnace Filters Duct Cleaning Barrie Simcoe Ontario" border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-yqzMJGDymNk/Vm8qAr3HhOI/AAAAAAAAAKM/GfFMmWPIDmA/s400/cold.jpg" title="" /></a><span class="s1">As the height of heating season approaches, you may start to think more about how to save heating costs and improve the air quality in your home since you may be spending more time indoors. Replacing your furnace's filter is one of the best and easiest things you can do to save money and keep your indoor air clean.</span></div>
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<span class="s1">Furnace filters are your home's first line of defence against allergens, dust, and other airborne particles. They also protect your furnace's fans and heating coil from potential damage caused by these particles. So let's take a closer look at the benefits of regularly checking and replacing your furnace's filters.</span></div>
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<li class="li1"><b></b><span class="s1"><b>Protection from Airborne Particles</b>. Your furnace works by pulling cool air from your home into the vents and furnace where it is heated and sent back out. The filters protect the fans and heating coils from being damaged by particles that get pulled in with the cool air. A filter's main purpose is the protection of these mechanical parts, and cleaning air is only a side effect. As the filter becomes dirty, your furnace must work harder to pull in the cool air. This results in possible damage to the furnace and a reduced lifespan.</span></li>
<li class="li1"><b></b><span class="s1"><b>Improved Furnace Efficiency = Cost Savings. </b>As mentioned above, when your filter becomes dirty the furnace must work much harder to pull in cool air. This means your furnace is not working as efficiently resulting in higher heating costs. Not to mention the cost of repairing/replacing parts more often as they break down.</span></li>
<li class="li1"><b></b><span class="s1"><b>Improved Air Quality. </b>A nice added benefit of furnace filters is the improved air quality of your home. There are different types of filters available on the market ranging from basic fiberglass to electrostatic and HEPA filters which filter out smaller particles like cigarette smoke and bacteria.</span></li>
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<span class="s1">The frequency at which you replace your filter will depend on the furnace and your home. Some things that might affect how often you need to replace the filter are:</span></div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06576891165110260878noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906796584843835799.post-88312419104957779612015-11-11T07:21:00.002-08:002015-11-11T07:21:49.561-08:00Why Fall is a Great Time to Clean Your Ducts!<h3 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.6667px; line-height: 1.68; white-space: pre-wrap;">As winter fast approaches, leaving autumn behind, it is good to know that there is still time to get your ducts cleaned before the heating season truly sets in. You will most likely be spending more time indoors as it gets colder outside and the sun sets earlier. You want to make sure your indoor air quality is up to par during these months, and having your home’s air ducts cleaned is a great way to jump-start healthy indoor air for the winter.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Modern construction may leave a large amount of drywall dust, insulation, shavings and various food debris, often left by construction workers. The Technical Safety Standards Association (TSSA) now requires that air ducts be cleaned following construction, especially if the furnace was used during construction. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">In a new home the building debris leaves a film of dust on hardwood floors and all furniture. This can leave your skin feeling dry and itchy and can cause your furnace to malfunction. This dry dust, draws moisture from the air providing a perfect breeding ground and nutrient source for bacteria and microbial contamination. In older homes, the dust accumulates to significant, measurable levels, often several inches deep. The dust forms on all surfaces significantly reducing airflow through the system.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06576891165110260878noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906796584843835799.post-27865997012471273612015-10-27T13:15:00.001-07:002015-10-27T13:15:58.427-07:005 Ways to Improve Air Quality in Your Home<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Regular dusting, sweeping, mopping, and wiping are all effective ways to keep the dust in your home at bay. You do not need to be obsessive about cleaning, but things like removing shoes when entering the house and dusting surfaces once a week will make a difference in your air quality.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Keep your pets bathed and groomed</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Fido might be adorable but his dander and fur are not! And as the weather outside gets colder, your pet will most likely be spending more time indoors just like you. Make sure to brush and wash regularly, as well as wash any bedding or soft toys to keep the dander at a minimum.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Keep humidity down</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Mould is a serious health risk in itself causing symptoms ranging from a runny nose to asthma attacks and other respiratory tract issues. Make sure the humidity in your home is under 30% in the winter and under 45% in the summer. Use ventilation and fans when cooking, showering, and other activities that generate moisture. Run a dehumidifier if you need to, and make sure there are no water leaks in your house. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">One </span><a href="https://archive.org/details/nasa_techdoc_19930072988" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">NASA study</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> showed that there are some plants that help to purify the air to an extent from chemicals that have been linked to eye irritation and headaches - </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">benzene, formaldehyde, and trichloroethylene, xylene, and ammonia. These chemicals can be found in seemingly innocent household objects such as napkins, cabinetry, paints, rubber, and household cleaners. Peace Lily and Florist’s Chrysanthemum are two of the most effective plants for helping to remove some of these toxins from the air.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Have your ducts cleaned</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Your air ducts are home to dust, dirt, mould, bacteria, construction garbage, flakes of skin and hair. These contaminants are released into the atmosphere of your home, causing indoor air pollution, and environmental sensitivity. The air ducts require periodic cleaning to reduce these airborne contaminants and to create a cleaner safer home for you and your family.</span></div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06576891165110260878noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906796584843835799.post-65134428580701483292015-09-14T08:58:00.000-07:002015-12-23T08:00:19.135-08:00Win the Battle Against Back to School Colds with Benefect Sanitizer<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It’s back to school time! And what usually follows the back to school rush … cold and flu season. The good news is – regular duct cleaning can help you avoid getting sick. How? Professional duct cleaning removes the dust and debris that has built up in your home’s air duct system – and it also removes the mold and bacteria that could be growing in your system.<br />
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Every time your furnace turns on, it pushes that dust, debris and bacteria through your home’s venting system, and right into the air you breathe. This recirculation of contaminants occurs 5 – 7 times per day … which means you’re constantly breathing in harmful contaminants.<br />
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That’s why we recommend <a href="http://www.georgianductcleaning.ca/#!benefect-sanitizer/cx4g" target="_blank">Benefect Herbal Sanitizer</a>. Benefect complements air duct cleaning … without adding any harmful chemicals into the air you breathe. <br />
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Benefect Botanical Disinfection Technology contains thyme oil as the active ingredient. They are the largest purchaser of thyme oil in the world and their products are patented world wide. <br />
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<b><i> Thyme oil is an effective germ-killing ingredient that is less toxic than vinegar!</i></b> <br />
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<i>“In nature, plants produce germ-killing 'essential oils' to protect themselves from invading microbes, similar to how our bodies produce antibodies for our protection. Benefect is a revolutionary blend of these antimicrobial extracts, particularly from the herb Thyme, and achieves remarkable efficacy ...without using any traditional synthetic chemicals.”- <a href="http://www.benefect.com/CA/technology.php">Benefect.com</a></i><br />
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Indoor air quality is not just about dirt particles suspended in the air it is also about things you can't see like bacteria and microbes. You want to get rid of mold and bacteria off the surface of your air ventilation system but you don't want to use harsh or even toxic chemicals to do so. Benefect is the answer.<br />
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<b><i>Benefect is proven to kill over 99.99% bacteria and surpasses Health Canada's efficacy requirements for a broad range of disinfectants. </i></b><br />
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We recommend Benefect because it is safe and effective. It's used by hospitals, schools, municipalities, and other institutions where sanitary conditions are desired without introducing harmful chemicals.<br />
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<a href="http://www.georgianductcleaning.ca/#!contactus/c350" target="_blank">Contact us today</a> for your free duct cleaning quote - or for more information about Benefect Sanitizer.<br />
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<a href="http://www.georgianductcleaning.ca/">Georgian Duct Cleaning</a> is a family owned business in Simcoe County with over 20 years experience working with residential, commercial and industrial HVAC ducts. Call us for a free quote or for more information. (705) 722-5952 Or 1-800-363-2563.<br />
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Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906796584843835799.post-59124234329689839382015-08-21T11:27:00.000-07:002015-12-23T08:03:13.719-08:00What’s in Your Dust? How to Reduce Dust with Air Duct Cleaning<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The dust in your home can contain up to 9,000 different microbes … including 7,000 types of bacteria and 2,000 varieties of fungi. And while the majority of the bacteria and fungi are harmless, some of them can be linked to allergies and illness. <br />
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<b>“In a typical six-room home, up to 40 pounds of dust is created annually through everyday living.”</b> – <a href="http://nadca.com/en/why-clean-air-ducts">National Air Duct Cleaners Association</a> (NADCA)<br />
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Your heating and cooling system is the “lungs” of your home – it takes air in and breathes it out … pulling contaminants into your HVAC system and then recirculating them into the air. According to NADCA, this recirculation occurs on average 5 – 7 times per day, leading to a build-up of contaminants in your duct work.<br />
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Not only will you breathe in these contaminants on a daily basis, you’ll also be wasting 25 to 40% of your home’s energy! This waste of energy occurs because your HVAC system will have to work harder.<br />
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Dust accumulates inside your air ducts the same way as it can accumulate under a bed or couch. This dust is comprised of hair, flakes of skin, pet dander, lint, food debris, rodent droppings and construction debris. This dust can cause respiratory problems, trigger allergies and cause the system to be inefficient.<br />
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If you regularly dust and notice that your hard work is ruined only days later, or if you have a pet or have recently completed renovations, you should consider duct cleaning to remove the contaminants from the air.<br />
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To get started, simply give us a call and we will provide you with a <a href="http://www.georgianductcleaning.ca/#!contactus/c350" target="_blank">free quote</a> for <a href="http://www.georgianductcleaning.ca/#!residential-duct-cleaning/csuh" target="_blank">residential duct cleaning</a> services, based on the size of your home and an estimate of the home’s hot air vents and cold air returns. We can provide a written quote when needed.<br />
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From there, a typical residential cleaning takes approximately two hours. Our uniformed cleaning technicians will attach an eight-inch hose to your air ducts. All vents are sealed and then compressed air powered agitation tools are fed through the ducts. These tools operate on high pressure and high volume, as they travel through the ducts they brush and sweep all attached dust and debris. The loosened dirt and contaminants are sucked out of the air ducts by the powerful vacuum system. <br />
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<a href="http://www.georgianductcleaning.ca/">Georgian Duct Cleaning</a> is a family owned business in Simcoe County with over 20 years experience working with residential, commercial and industrial HVAC ducts. Call us for a free quote or for more information. (705) 722-5952 Or 1-800-363-2563.<br />
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<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906796584843835799.post-62287703177202573832015-07-16T11:13:00.000-07:002015-12-23T08:04:22.116-08:00Summer Duct Cleaning for Your Home, Office or School<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It’s summer time. And summer in Ontario usually means hot and humid. And if you’re like me, you’ve been enjoying the beautiful weather when you’re outside … but you’re also enjoying the comfort of an air conditioned home as well.<br />
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Your home’s HVAC system is probably running often. And while there are some great ways you can reduce the amount of time you’re running your air conditioning, (like using a programmable thermostat, shading from direct sunlight and preventing hot air from entering & cold air from escaping), you’ll still be running your HVAC system on a regular basis.<br />
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This means that you’ll be regularly breathing in airborne contaminants. Every time you run your air conditioning in the summer or furnace in the winter, you’re circulating contaminates through your air ducts and into the air you breathe. <br />
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You air ducts are home to dust, dirt, mold, bacteria, pet hair and sometimes construction garbage (you’d be surprised what we find in there!). Every time heat or cold air passes through the air ducts, it is pushed into your home and directly into the air you breathe.<br />
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Cleaning your air ducts can have some major benefits. <br />
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· Removes accumulated dust<br />
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· Removes debris and cobwebs<br />
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· Reduce odours caused by pet smell or pet hair<br />
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· Allows you to identify and remove any animal infestations<br />
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But the biggest and most important benefit is a <b>dramatic improvement in indoor air quality.</b> You’ll be able to breathe fresh, clean air!<br />
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Summer is a great time of year to clean your home's air ducts. Or clean your school's air ducts before back to school in September. <a href="http://www.georgianductcleaning.ca/#!contactus/c350" target="_blank">Contact us today for a free quote</a> for home or school air duct cleaning!<br />
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<a href="http://www.georgianductcleaning.ca/">Georgian Duct Cleaning</a> is a family owned business in Simcoe County with over 20 years experience working with residential, commercial and industrial HVAC ducts. Call us for a free quote or for more information. (705) 722-5952 Or 1-800-363-2563Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906796584843835799.post-21377123497851760832015-06-18T13:08:00.003-07:002015-12-23T08:09:41.631-08:005 Easy Ways to Improve Your Home’s Air Quality and Reduce Allergens<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Allergy season hit Ontario hard this year – in fact, it was reported that this year’s allergy season was one of the worst in years due to a combination of circumstances such as a snowy winter and delayed spring. What’s worse – an amalgamation of pollens has occurred, causing an increase in allergy symptoms ... and allergy season has just begun.<br />
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With such a high level of outdoor allergens, you may be spending more time inside. But did you know your home’s air quality may contain just as many allergens as outdoor air?<br />
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Indoor air pollution is just as likely to trigger an allergic response. Why? Because indoor air often contains higher levels of contaminants than outdoor air. Breathing in mold, pet dander, dust, animal droppings and pollen can lead to allergic reactions – and these contaminants may all be present in your air ducts.<br />
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When you turn on your home’s air conditioner, these contaminants are vented back into the air you breathe. If you find yourself experiencing symptoms of an allergic response, such as coughing, constant sneezing, a runny or stuffed nose, and itchy, watery eyes, while you are inside your home, it's time to implement some steps to improve your home’s air quality. <br />
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Step 1 | Clean Your Air Ducts</h3>
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Cleaning your home’s air ducts will have a dramatic impact on your home’s air quality. Air ducts can be home to pet hair, dust, building materials, bacteria and fungal growth, which are fed throughout your home every time your HVAC system runs. Not only can these cause an allergic response, it can also cause respiratory infections and sickness, and create a dangerous fire hazard.<br />
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There are certain houseplants that will not only improve the quality of air in your home, but will also collect pollen and pollutants in their leaves. The top plants recommended for relieving allergies are:<br />
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These plants are known to remove toxins and allergens from the air.<br />
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Step 3 | Control Dust Mites</h3>
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You can easily reduce dust build-up in your home by increasing the frequency of cleaning. Vacuum more often, or even consider removing carpeting and replacing with hardwood or linoleum flooring. In your bedroom, look for dust-mite proof covers and be sure to wash your bedding once per week. Consider choosing easy-to-clean furnishing such as chairs and dressers made of leather, wood or metal, and choose washable curtains made of plain cotton or synthetic fabric.<br />
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Step 4 | Stop Using Chemical Pollutants</h3>
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Harsh chemicals, from your household cleaners to synthetic fragrances, can emit pollutants into the air. These chemicals circulate throughout your home’s air ducts and can linger in each room, causing you to continuously inhale harmful contaminants.<br />
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Try to limit use of humidifiers and improve your home’s ventilation. Dust mites aren’t the only contaminant that thrives in humid environments; fungal contaminants like mold will flourish in moist areas. <br />
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Ready to take the first step in reducing allergens and improving air quality? <a href="http://www.georgianductcleaning.ca/#!contactus/c350" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Contact us today</span></a> for a free quote for residential air duct cleaning!<br />
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Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906796584843835799.post-88976507081959148732015-05-15T12:35:00.001-07:002015-12-23T08:12:30.559-08:00Why Should You Clean Your Office Air Ducts in the Spring?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Over the winter months, office air ducts can become contaminated with dust, dirt, mold and bacteria. And if you completed any office renovations during the winter months, including painting, you may still be breathing in those harmful contaminants.<br />
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Dirty air ducts in a commercial environment can contribute to various issues, including employee absenteeism, dirt and staining on the walls and ceiling, and occupant discomfort. <br />
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Occupant discomfort is one of the more serious signs of poor indoor air quality that often leads to absenteeism. Symptoms that mimic a colds or the flu including headache, fatigue, sinus congestion, coughing, and sneezing can all indicate occupant discomfort. If your employees get sick and miss work often, investigating air quality may be a great option for boosting their morale.<br />
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Office and commercial buildings, just like your home, require periodic air duct cleaning. Without periodic cleaning, bacteria, dust, fungal growth, and building materials will be forced through your building every time the HVAC and Air Conditioning system operates.<br />
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HVAC and Air Conditioning systems are often large and complex, serving multiple work areas and multiple floors. These complex systems require expert cleaning and maintenance to ensure contaminants are properly removed. <br />
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In order to effectively clean these systems, our certified technicians use robots to inspect, clean and sanitize confined spaces and complex duct systems. Our Ventri Clean system is a high volume air knife that is used to slice through dirt, with a rotating silica carbide brush eliminating stubborn pollutants. Our powerful truck mounted or portable HEPA vacuum system allows us to handle any size of heating, air conditioning or exhaust ducts, in homes, high-rise buildings, commercial buildings, schools, hospitals and factories. <br />
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Ready to start breathing healthy air? <a href="http://www.georgianductcleaning.ca/#!contactus/c350" target="_blank">Contact us today </a>for a free quote on your office air duct cleaning.<br />
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GEORGIAN DUCT CLEANING - SIMPLY THE BEST THERE IS! Our team of fully trained, certified technicians would be happy to provide any of our services in your home or commercial building.<br />
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Georgian Duct Cleaning is a family owned business in Simcoe County with over 20 years experience working with residential, commercial and industrial HVAC ducts. Call us for a free quote or for more information. (705) 722-5952 Or 1-800-363-2563.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906796584843835799.post-57063250711602400352015-04-18T13:04:00.000-07:002015-12-23T08:14:49.514-08:00Georgian Duct Cleaning's 40 Point Residential Checklist<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Air ducts can be home to pet hair, dust, building materials, mould, bacteria and fungal growth. Every time your heat or air conditioner operates, these contaminants are forced throughout your home. Regular cleaning of your air ducts is the most effective way to reduce air contaminates and promote healthy air within the home. <br />
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When choosing an air duct cleaning company, integrity and transparency are important factors to consider. <br />
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We use a 40 point residential checklist to ensure our fully trained, certified technicians offer the best customer service, great service and products with professionalism.<br />
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Our 40 point checklist outlines the steps we take to ensure we thoroughly clean your air ducts. More importantly, it offers you the opportunity to ensure we are providing the professional service you paid for. <br />
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1. Inspect the layout of the air ducts; determine the best route for hoses or vacuum.<br />
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2. Locate all hot air vents and cold air returns.<br />
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4. Adjust temperature at thermostat, verify furnace is operating properly.<br />
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6. Remove and inspect furnace filter.<br />
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7. Isolate cold air returns from furnace.<br />
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8. Set up video inspection, invite customer to watch cleaning process.<br />
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9. Remove and seal all vents with plastic vent covers.<br />
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10. Install access points in cold air returns.<br />
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11. Connect vacuum hose to the cold air return.<br />
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12. Clean cold air returns from the top down.<br />
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13. Air-whip and sweep all cold air returns, joist liners and main ducts.<br />
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14. Inspect for proper cleanliness, re-clean as necessary.<br />
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16. Remove vacuum hose and install gasketed sheet metal access plates.<br />
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17. Install access points in the hot air supply ducts.<br />
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19. Connect vacuum hose to hot air supply ducts.<br />
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20. Air brush and sweep all hot air branch ducts.<br />
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22. Air-whip and sweep all hot air main ducts.<br />
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25. Remove vacuum hose and install gasketed sheet metal access plates.<br />
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26. Clean furnace fan and fan housing.<br />
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30. Securely replace all access panels.<br />
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32. Remove all tools and clean area around furnace.<br />
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36. Install Certificate of cleaning and date of next cleaning on ductwork.<br />
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37. Final walk through of entire house.<br />
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38. Advise customer of any problems or concerns discovered during the cleaning<br />
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Spring.. even though we haven't had any warm spring days yet, it won't be long until you want to open the windows and air-out the house. There's a wonderful feeling of renewal and energy in the spring, and if you are ready to take on spring cleaning you might want to consider having your air vent ducts cleaned as part of the annual routine.<br />
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<li><span style="line-height: 1.4em;">Do you suffer from allergies?</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 1.4em;">Do you often sneeze when you are at home?</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 1.4em;">Do you have a lot of dust in your home?</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 1.4em;">Is your home new or has it had recent renovations?</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 1.4em;">Are you concerned about build-ups of dirt and debris in your ducts?</span></li>
<li>Would you feel better knowing your ducts are clean when you hear the furnace fan come on?</li>
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If you answer yes to any of these questions, you could benefit from air duct cleaning in your home.<br />
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Your air ducts are home to dust, dirt, mold, bacteria, construction garbage, pet hair... These contaminants are released into the atmosphere of your home, reducing the freshness of indoor air quality and increasing environmental sensitivity. Your home's air ducts require periodic cleaning to reduce these airbourne contaminants and to create a cleaner safer home for you and your family.<br />
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Residential air ducts should be cleaned when the house is new, following renovations and then approximately every two or three years after that. Modern construction may leave a large amount of drywall dust, insulation, shavings and various food debris, often left by construction workers.<br />
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The Technical Safety Standards Association (TSSA) now requires that air ducts be cleaned following construction, especially if the furnace was used during construction.
In a new home the building debris leaves a film of dust on hardwood floors and all furniture. This can leave your skin feeling dry and itchy and can cause your furnace to malfunction. This dry dust, draws moisture from the air providing a perfect breeding ground and nutrient source for bacteria and microbial contamination.<br />
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In older homes, the dust accumulates to significant, measurable levels, often several inches deep. The dust forms on all surfaces significantly reducing airflow through the system. This causes the furnace and air conditioner to work harder and longer to bring the house to the desired temperature. You may also notice that the furnace has become noisy… This may be caused by dust accumulating on the fan blades, throwing the fan out of balance.<br />
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The solution to dirty air ducts is a professional cleaning from Georgian Duct Cleaning. The areas leading air duct cleaning company has been in business for over 22 years (since 1991), serving Simcoe, Muskoka, Haliburton, Grey/ Bruce, Dufferin and North York.<br />
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The fleet of custom-built vacuums is specially designed to clean your entire heating and ventilation systems. The duct cleaning machines among the most powerful in the industry, include truck-mounted vacuums and portable HEPA filtered vacuums.<br />
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The uniformed cleaning technicians, attach an eight-inch hose to your air ducts. All vents are sealed and then compressed air powered agitation tools are fed through the ducts. These tools operate on high pressure and high volume, as they travel through the ducts they brush and sweep all attached dust and debris. The loosened dirt and contaminants are sucked out of the air ducts by the powerful vacuum system.<br />
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The owner of Georgian Duct Cleaning invented and refined many of the tools that are now found throughout the industry in North America.
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GEORGIAN DUCT CLEANING - SIMPLY THE BEST THERE IS! Our team of fully trained, certified technicians would be happy to provide any of our services in your home or commercial building.<br />
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-OJ2aUC-MsAc/VnrEhMJVlaI/AAAAAAAAAKY/Mp-kyYzaJMU/s1600/cigarette-110849_1280.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Air quality duct cleaning allergies Barrie Ontario" border="0" height="202" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-OJ2aUC-MsAc/VnrEhMJVlaI/AAAAAAAAAKY/Mp-kyYzaJMU/s320/cigarette-110849_1280.jpg" title="" width="320" /></a>The air we breathe is directly linked to our health. And in a <a href="http://www.envirotech-online.com/news/air-monitoring/6/breaking_news/why_are_indoor_air_quality_standards_so_important/33450/">recent study</a>, it was proven that healthy air has a direct effect on our life expectancy! So what does this mean for you?<br />
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The average person spends 90% of their time indoors, so identifying and eliminating toxins and contaminants in your home is an important step in improving your overall health. <br />
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Not sure what potential contaminants are affecting your indoor air quality? Here's our top 10 list of the worst offenders:<br />
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<li>Asbestos</li>
<li>Dust Mites</li>
<li>Mold and Mold Spores</li>
<li>Drywall Dust</li>
<li>Chemicals</li>
<li>Cigarette Smoke</li>
<li>Animal Dander</li>
<li>Bacteria and Viruses</li>
<li>Formaldehyde</li>
<li>Paints and Fumes</li>
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If you’re experiencing symptoms of poor indoor air quality, such as dryness and irritation of the eyes, headaches, fatigues, shortness of breathe or sinus congestion, you should take some steps to make improvements. Check out our blog, “How to Improve Your Home’s Indoor Air Quality” for some ideas on small improvements you can make that will have a huge impact on your air quality.<br />
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<a href="http://www.georgianductcleaning.ca/#!residential-duct-cleaning/csuh" target="_blank">Air duct cleaning</a> is number one in our list of steps to improve indoor air quality. Air ducts can become clogged with contaminants including any of the items listed above! Every time your heater operates, these toxins are fed through your heating system and into the air you breathe. Regular cleaning of your air ducts will eliminate these contaminants and drastically improve your home’s air quality. <br />
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In order to eliminate the threat of mold, bacteria or viruses in your ducts, we can also use our <a href="http://www.georgianductcleaning.ca/#!benefect-sanitizer/cx4g" target="_blank">Benefact Herbal Based Sanitizer.</a> The sanitizer contains thyme oil, an effective germ-killing ingredients that is less toxic than vinegar. Benefact kills over 99.99% of bacteria and surpasses Health Canada’s efficacy requirements for a broad range of disinfectants. <br />
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Are you ready to drastically improve your home’s air quality? <a href="http://www.georgianductcleaning.ca/#!contactus/c350" target="_blank">Contact us today</a> for a free estimate for residential duct cleaning!</div>
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highly flammable, this build-up can increase your risk of fire.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><br />
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Lint build-up can lead to fire as it causes a blockage in the dryer exhaust
system, restricting airflow and causing the dryer to overheat.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In addition to annual dryer vent cleaning and
recognizing <a href="http://georgianductcleaning.blogspot.ca/2014/11/5-signs-its-time-to-clean-your-dryer.html">signs
of poor dryer performance</a>, your can install a dryer monitoring system to
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pressure in the exhaust system.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It
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through a highly discriminating digital pressure sensor. It detects small
changes in the water column inch (WCI) pressure by sampling minute amounts of
airflow, which the small volume of air is sampled. There is no impact to the
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through LED indicator lights. This is where the green indicators turns to
yellow, and then to red as pressure becomes a problem. Once you see two or
three green indicator lights, this means it’s a good time to clean the dryer
and ducts system to stay energy efficient and safe. If the vent system is NOT cleaned
at this point then the yellow and red indicator lights will illuminate. Once
the pressure becomes dangerous, all LED lights will flash and an audio alarm
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><a href="http://www.yourhealthyhome.ca/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Take the Lung Association’s Healthy Home Tour</span></a><span id="goog_1610643845"></span><span id="goog_1610643846"></span><a href="https://www.blogger.com/"></a> to take closer look at different areas in you home and how they
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family, the Healthy Home Tour is the perfect tool to help you determine the quality
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<b style="font-family: inherit; text-indent: -18pt;"><span lang="EN-US">Clean your air ducts</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: inherit; text-indent: -18pt;">! Air ducts can become clogged with pet hair,
dust, building materials, mould, bacteria and fungal growth. Every time your heater operates, these
contaminants are fed through your heating system and into the air you
breathe. All forced heating systems
require periodic cleaning. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></div>
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<b style="font-family: inherit; text-indent: -18pt;"><span lang="EN-US">Clean your floors
regularly. </span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="text-indent: -18pt;">Vacuum<span style="font-family: inherit;"> one – two times per week with a HEPA filter to ensure dust and debris is not
blown back into the air. Finish with
mopping to catch any left over debris.
You can even mop with plain water or even use a microfibre mop.</span></span></div>
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have issues with mould. Controlling
humidity will help you limit mould growth – consider using a hygrometer to
measure humidity levels and a dehumidifier to reduce high humidity.</span></div>
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<b style="font-family: inherit; text-indent: -18pt;"><span lang="EN-US">Avoid Chemical Pollutants. </span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: inherit; text-indent: -18pt;">Smoking isn’t the only potential pollutant of indoor air. Harsh chemical cleaners should also be
avoided, or minimized, due to their strong synthetic fragrances that emit
chemicals into the air. <a href="http://www.yourhealthyhome.ca/page.aspx?pid=1436"><span style="color: blue;">The Lung Association
recommends</span></a> making your own cleaning solutions using ingredients such as
baking soda, vinegar or lemon juice mixed with water.</span></div>
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is a contributor to mould growth and has a huge effect on indoor air
quality. Make sure you home is letting
in enough fresh air while also using exhaust fans that vent to the
outside. Exhaust fans that vent to the
outside are incredibly important for venting moist air from your bathroom or
above your stove.</span></div>
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<b style="font-family: inherit; text-indent: -18pt;"><span lang="EN-US">Bring in Houseplants. </span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: inherit; text-indent: -18pt;">Houseplants can
help clean the air in your home by filtering out different pollutants. <a href="http://www.mnn.com/health/healthy-spaces/photos/15-houseplants-for-improving-indoor-air-quality/a-breath-of-fresh-air"><span style="color: blue;">Check
out these 15 houseplants</span></a> that help improve indoor air quality via the
Mother Nature Network.</span></div>
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<b style="font-family: inherit;"><span lang="EN-US">Avoid
Scented Candles and Air Fresheners. </span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: inherit;">Commercial air fresheners can release </span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: inherit;">harmful chemicals and pollutants in the air, with
some even containing </span><span style="background: white; font-family: inherit;">phthalates.
Scented candles may also contain similar pollutants, with the addition
of soot residues. If you can’t give up
your candle or fresheners, look for a natural alternative such as essential oil
diffusers or soy based candles.</span></div>
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Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906796584843835799.post-59959911240451308122014-11-25T09:25:00.000-08:002016-02-23T07:14:57.205-08:005 Signs it’s Time to Clean Your Dryer VentsWhen was the last time you had your dryer vent cleaned?<br />
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Dust, lint and debris can build up in your dryer vent over time, restricting air flow and creating a serious fire hazard. Length of the duct, malfunctioning dampers, frequency of use, and critters in the duct work, are all factors that contribute to lint accumulation and dryer overheating.<br />
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Here are 5 signs that its time to <a href="http://www.georgianductcleaning.ca/#!dryer-vent-cleaning/csur" target="_blank">clean your dryer vent</a>:<br />
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1. <b>It takes a long time to dry your clothes</b>. If you’re clothes are still wet at the end of the drying cycle and it takes your laundry multiple cycles to dry, your dryer vent is likely clogged. Not only does this present a fire hazard, but it also increases your operating costs and energy use.<br />
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2. <b>Your dryer and clothes feel hot</b>. If the outside or top of your dryer feels hot during the cycle, or your clothes are too hot to touch after the drying cycle, your dryer’s venting system may not be exhausting properly.<br />
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3.<b> Lint is everywhere, except on the lint trap</b>. If you've noticed that the lint trap has not been collecting any lint, or if there is lint debris outside of the driver vent opening, this is a sign that lint and dust are accumulating in the exhaust duct.<br />
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4. <b>Your clothes have a musty smell</b>. Lint and debris trapped in a dryer vent can sometimes have a musty and damp scent. When your dryer is running, the odour is pushed back onto your clothing, leaving them with an unpleasant scent.<br />
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5. <b>It’s been over a year since you’ve had your vent cleaned</b>. Dust, lint and debris can plug dryer vents over a period of time. Regular cleaning will prevent blockages and airflow restriction.<br />
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To reduce the risk of fire, manufacturers recommend a regular inspection and cleaning of the dryer vent, a minimum of once per year or more with heavy use.<br />
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Georgian Duct Cleaning offers residential dryer vent cleaning in Central Ontario. We use a powerful HEPA filtered “Lintvac” with a powered airbrush to blast compressed air and rotate inside the vent, effectively breaking up attached lint.<br />
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We also offer the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BR0N_GeeS14" target="_blank">LintAlert</a> to monitor the exhaust vent and warn you of blockages.<br />
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<a href="http://www.georgianductcleaning.ca/#!about/c1erv" target="_blank">Georgian Duct Cleaning </a>is a family owned business in Simcoe County with over 20 years experience working with residential, commercial and industrial HVAC ducts. Call us for a free quote or for more information. (705) 722-5952 or 1-800-363-2563
Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906796584843835799.post-54672289153168265942014-10-15T11:49:00.000-07:002015-05-15T12:35:54.585-07:00How to Improve Air Quality in Your Office With Air Vent Duct CleaningDuring the winter months, we <b>recirculate </b>up to 85 per cent of indoor air!<br />
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This recirculated air is mixed with outdoor air, filtered and conditioned several times each hour to provide comfort and ventilation.<br />
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Recirculated air can come into contact with pollutants and contaminants, especially if Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning systems (HVAC) are not properly maintained. Not only can this impact employee morale and productivity, it can also create a negative image that affects your bottom-line. <br />
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Schools, offices and commercial buildings often have complex mechanical systems that require expert cleaning and maintenance to ensure that contaminants are properly removed. It is important to clean your HVAC system annually, but if you notice any of the following signs, you should clean your system as soon as possible. <br />
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Occupant discomfort is one of the more serious signs of poor indoor air quality that often leads to absenteeism. Symptoms that mimic a colds or the flu including headache, fatigue, sinus congestion, coughing, and sneezing can all indicate occupant discomfort. If your employees get sick and miss work often, investigating air quality may be a great option for boosting their morale.<br />
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Georgian Duct Cleaning has the expertise to navigate the large and complex systems used by office and commercial buildings. A review of blueprints combined with visual or robotic inspection of interior conditions will determine recommendations for a suitable cleaning program for the affected area of entire building if necessary. <br />
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Our <a href="http://www.georgianductcleaning.ca/#!schools/c24k6" target="_blank">commercial duct cleaning </a>services have been employed in Schools, Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Daycare Centers, Banks, Restaurants, Shopping Malls, Churches, Automotive Dealerships, Arenas, Fitness Centers and Large Sports Venues. <br />
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Georgian Duct Cleaning is a family owned business in Simcoe County with over 20 years experience working with residential, commercial and industrial HVAC ducts. Call us for a free quote or for more information (705) 722-5952 or 1-800-363-2563
Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906796584843835799.post-60957534726589321562014-09-10T07:09:00.000-07:002014-09-10T07:09:00.884-07:00We Offer Homeowners Benefact Herbal Based Sanitizer<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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For homeowners concerned about the presence of mold or bacteria in their homes duct system we offer an optional herbal based sanitizer by Benefect.<br />
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Benefect Botanical Disinfection Technology contains Thyme Oil as the active ingredient. They are the largest purchaser of Thyme Oil in the world because Thyme Oil is an effective germ-killing ingredient that is less toxic than vinegar!<br />
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Indoor air quality is not just about dirt particles suspended in the air it is also about things you can't see like bacteria and microbes. You want to get rid of mold and bacteria off the surface of your air ventilation system but you don't want to use harsh or even toxic chemicals to do so.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05241029650248881451noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906796584843835799.post-2627485441949613522014-08-25T06:02:00.002-07:002014-08-25T06:02:58.324-07:00Fall is a Good Time to Clean Your Home's Air Ducts<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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As much as we want to savour the warm days of August, there are signs that the season is starting to change. It's getting darker earlier and in the morning the gardens are heavy with dew. If you look around at the maple trees you might notice the start of fall colours on some of the branches.<br />
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In a month or so we'll need to turn on our furnace and we'll be circulating air through the duct systems in our homes.<br />
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This is an optimum time to have your home's air ducts cleaned.<br />
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Residential air ducts should be cleaned when the house is new, following renovations and then approximately every two or three years after that, although many people elect to have them cleaned every year.<br />
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Modern construction may leave a large amount of drywall dust, insulation, shavings and various food debris, often left by construction workers. The Technical Safety Standards Association (TSSA) now requires that air ducts be cleaned following construction, especially if the furnace was used during construction.
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In a new home the building debris leaves a film of dust on hardwood floors and all furniture. This can leave your skin feeling dry and itchy and can cause your furnace to malfunction. This dry dust, draws moisture from the air providing a perfect breeding ground and nutrient source for bacteria and microbial contamination. In older homes, the dust accumulates to significant, measurable levels, often several inches deep. The dust forms on all surfaces significantly reducing airflow through the system.<br />
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The solution to dirty air ducts is a professional cleaning from Georgian Duct Cleaning. The areas leading air duct cleaning company has been in business for over 22 years (since 1991), serving Simcoe, Muskoka, Haliburton, Grey/ Bruce, Dufferin and North York. The fleet of custom-built vacuums is specially designed to clean your entire heating and ventilation systems. The duct cleaning machines among the most powerful in the industry, include truck-mounted vacuums and portable HEPA filtered vacuums.<br />
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This fall, while you're tidying up the garden, think about your inside environment and getting it prepared for the winter. Once the temperatures drop and getting fresh air into the house is not a matter of opening windows, you'll feel good knowing that the circulating air in your home is moving through a clean duct and vent system.<br />
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Drop us a line and get a <a href="http://www.georgianductcleaning.ca/">free quote for residential duct cleaning</a>.<br />
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<a href="http://www.georgianductcleaning.ca/" style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-decoration: none;">Georgian Duct Cleaning</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;"> is a family owned business in Simcoe County with over 20 years experience working with residential, commercial and industrial HVAC ducts. Call us for a free quote or for more information. (705) 722-5952 Or 1-800-363-2563</span><br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05241029650248881451noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906796584843835799.post-31175141430946049752014-07-14T08:27:00.001-07:002014-07-14T08:27:41.697-07:00Top Reasons to Have Your Air Ducts CleanedWhen I talk to people about HVAC systems they often ask - should I get my household air ducts cleaned? There are many reasons to have air ducts cleaned and in addition to looking at the reasons, you need to make sure you're working with a reputable company with experienced service staff.<br />
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1.) Allergies - Some people have specific allergies to dust and special attention needs to be given to indoor air quality, such as frequent furnace filter replacement and duct cleaning. Duct cleaning will remove any build up that has accumulated over the years in your ductwork giving you a fresh clean air transfer system.<br />
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2.) Odours - pet smells and pet hair can build up in the ductwork and recirculated while the furnace fan is running. I read recently about a homeowner who bought an older home and could get rid of the doggie smell left over from the previous owner's pet. Cleaning the air ducts got rid of the dog hair they had been sweeping up and the odour was eliminated.<br />
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3.) Renovations - If you've had any significant renovation work done, drywall, asbestos abatement, lead paint removal, additions, you may need to have your air ducts cleaned to remove any construction debris.<br />
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4.) Animal Infestations - rodents and other small animals can nest inside the HVAC system. We often find dead rodents, animal droppings and nesting materials. Getting your air ducts cleaned is necessary to remove them and stop air blowing over the animal debris and into your house.
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Georgian Duct Cleaning uses the latest in custom built, truck mounted and portable duct cleaning technology to thoroughly clean your home and commercial heating and cooling air duct system. Our uniformed, certified technicians attach the powerful vacuum via an 8-inch hose to your air ducts. Our vacuums pull between 7,500 -12,500 cubic feet of air per minute (CFM).
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<b>How Does it Work?</b><br />
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The vacuum is connected to the ductwork on each of the main duct plenums; this puts the entire system under vacuum. All registers and grills are sealed. Various agitation tools are fed through your ducts from each register and return grill. These high-pressure air tools and whips agitate inside the ductwork. As they thrash around, they brush and air sweep all surfaces. The multiple tentacles dislodge all contaminants. As the contaminants are loosened they are pulled out of the air ducts by the powerful vacuum.
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The main runs are cleaned using our exclusive Ventri Clean system. Re-useable access points are sealed with a sheet metal plate, airtight gasket and screws. The technicians also clean the furnace fan, fan housing and accessible areas of the air conditioning coils.<br />
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An optional herbal-based sanitizer is fogged through the system to kill any lingering odours, molds or fungi.<br />
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A professional residential duct cleaning takes about two hours or more depending on the size of the house. Upon completion, a certificate of cleaning is applied to the duct-work.<br />
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