When you live in the Twin Cities, chances are you look forward to spring's arrival after months of dealing with cold, dreary winter weather. If you have seasonal allergies, however, those can put a damper on spring's much-anticipated sunnier, warmer days.  Luckily, it's not too difficult to manage seasonal allergy symptoms when you take a multi-pronged approach. Here are some tips to help you control your allergies outdoors and inside your home. Shower After Spending Time Outdoors Pollen granules are incredibly lightweight and can easily stick to your clothing, shoes, and even your hair a ..read more

Have you ever heard the saying, “You don’t appreciate what you have until it’s gone?” If you find yourself without a functioning heating unit on a bitterly cold winter day this year, you’ll deeply understand the truth of that old adage. While no one ever really assumes their furnace will malfunction in the middle of winter, the reality is that it can happen at any time. And if it’s going to happen, Murphy’s Law says it’ll happen when you need your furnace most. Luckily, you can still keep yourself warm if your heating system gets finicky when it’s cold outdoors. Read on to learn all about what ..read more

Just bought a house? Check out what you should know about routine furnace maintenance to prolong the life of your HVAC system and keep your heating unit running efficiently ..read more

Learn about how annual furnace cleaning and air conditioner cleaning services can keep your HVAC system running efficiently and prolong its life ..read more

If you've ever considered having your home's air ducts cleaned, you may have been taken aback by the wide range of prices quoted by different service providers ..read more

When your furnace is acting up, finding a reputable repair company you can trust isn't always easy. While several furnace repair specialists are likely available in your local area, not all of them will live up to your expectations. To ensure you hire the right company for your needs, it's important to understand what to look for as you search for a contractor. How do you go about finding the best local furnace repair company? Read on to find out. Ask for Recommendations Do you have any friends or family members in your local area? Have they had any furnace repairs or other HVAC work done rece ..read more

Ready to get your furnace ready for winter? Check out our furnace maintenance checklist to learn how to prepare your furnace and keep it running strong throughout the snowy season ..read more

Winter in the Twin Cities: You know that means your furnace is about to get a whole lot more action than it's seen in a while. Even if your heating unit seems to be cranking along just fine, there are a few subtle signs of impending (or, in some cases, existing) furnace problems you'll want to keep an eye and ear out for. Paying close attention to your furnace's performance is the best way to spot a small issue before it grows into a major, expensive fix or you lose the ability to heat your home. Below, you'll find seven of the most common signs that your unit needs furnace repairs. 1. Higher ..read more

Here’s a shocking fact: according to the EPA, indoor air quality is two to five times worse than outdoor air quality. In some cases, indoor air pollutants can even exceed outdoor levels by up to 100 times! Did you know that? If not, and you spend considerable time inside your home, you may want to consider getting your indoor air quality tested.  Why would you do that? How do you stand to benefit from indoor air quality testing? Read on to find out.  What’s in Your Indoor Air? There’s a good chance the air inside your home harbors several harmful substances you may not even know are ..read more

Do you have professional duct cleaning every two years? If not, you're compromising your indoor air quality and possibly your health. At Dust Doctors, we're committed to delivering clean, fresh air to homeowners throughout the Twin Cities. To that end, we've developed advanced cleaning tools and systems that help keep your indoor air quality and health in top condition.  We've found that for some homeowners, a regular duct cleaning isn't thorough enough to remove years of buildup, and in those cases, we recommend an advanced deep cleaning. How can you determine whether your ducts need rou ..read more