According to the National Fire Protection Association, nearly 17,000 fires linked to clogged dryer vents are reported each year, causing an average of 55 deaths, 380 injuries and nearly a quarter of a billion dollars in property damage. That’s a lot. Ask any firefighter you encounter and many of them will tell you to clean out your lint trap every chance you get because they’ve seen the consequences of not doing so first-hand. But did you know that it isn’t always just lint buildup that leads to dryer vent clogs? Over the years, Hi Tech Duct Cleaning has cleaned thousands of dryer vents and so ..read more

As winter approaches and the temperature begins to drop, homeowners across the globe prepare their homes for the colder months. While many focus on insulation, heating systems, and sealing gaps, one essential but often overlooked aspect of winter preparation is duct cleaning. Duct cleaning plays a vital role in ensuring a warm, comfortable, and healthy indoor environment during the winter months. In this essay, we will explore the reasons why duct cleaning is essential for a cozy winter. Improved Indoor Air Quality: During the winter, we spend more time indoors with doors and windows closed t ..read more

As temperatures soar during the hot summer months, many homeowners and businesses turn to air conditioning systems to find relief from the sweltering heat. However, few realize the crucial role that clean air ducts play in maintaining indoor comfort and overall well-being during these scorching periods. Duct cleaning becomes especially important during high temperatures, as it directly impacts the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of the air conditioning system. Enhanced Airflow and Cooling Efficiency: When the outside temperatures rise, air conditioning systems work harder to maintain a ..read more

Duct cleaning is important for several reasons. Here are 4 really great reasons to have your ductwork cleaned this Spring: Improve Indoor Air Quality: Over time, dust, pollen, pet dander, and other contaminants can accumulate in your home’s air ducts. When you run your HVAC system, these contaminants can be circulated throughout your home, leading to poor indoor air quality. Regular duct cleaning can help remove these contaminants and improve your indoor air quality. Enhance HVAC System Efficiency: When your air ducts are clogged with dust and debris, your HVAC system has to work harder to ci ..read more

If you plan on getting your ductwork cleaned in the winter (or even in early Spring), it’s likely that the weather will still be pretty cold. At least cold enough to need a jacket or sweatshirt even if it’s already March by the time you have it done. However, what you may not know is that during a duct cleaning we have to turn off your furnace. Depending on your system, we sometimes turn the power to the furnace off the breaker. This is done for two reasons. The first reason is purely a safety measure. As part of our duct cleaning process, we always clean out the blower motor compartment in yo ..read more

One of the biggest questions a homeowner has when they are considering whether or not to have their ductwork cleaned is always the cost. Understandably, you want to make sure that your hard-earned money is being well-spent and that you aren’t overpaying. But in the duct cleaning industry, costs can vary widely depending on which company you call and a number of other factors. So how will you know whether the asking price is reasonable? Here’s everything you need to know to make an informed decision:  Scammers vs. Legitimate Companies’ Pricing If you spend any time pricing duct cleaning at ..read more

Summer is coming to an end in our corner of the world and whether you’re a lover of sunshine or you’re looking forward to bonfires and pumpkin carving, one thing is for sure: fall is duct cleaning season. That may not be an obvious fact, but there are actually lots of good reasons that back up why we say that fall is the absolute best time to get your ductwork cleaned. Below is our list and we hope that you’ll it use to consider scheduling your appointment soon or talking with your loved ones and friends about making their own appointments before time slots fill up (even if those appointments ..read more

We’ve posted about scammers in the duct cleaning industry many times before. If you’ve read those articles, hopefully you have a pretty good understanding of how to identify a legitimate company vs. someone out to take your money and leave you without completing a decent service. If you have not read those articles, you totally should and you can find them here: 6 Tips to Help Avoid Duct Cleaning Scams Don’t Fall for It: Duct Cleaning Scams How to Spot a Scammer Duct Cleaning: How to Tell the Difference Between the Good Guys and the Scammers All of those articles layout common warning signs an ..read more

Have you ever had a funky smell invade your home and you can’t seem to find the source? Or maybe all of a sudden you’re sneezing a lot but you’ve never had allergies before? Or perhaps everyone in your house just keeps getting sick and no one can find out why it’s happening so frequently? Hopefully, none of these things happen to you or your family. But if they do, consider taking a look at the air you’re breathing in your home. It could actually be the culprit. In a typical home in this part of the country, windows and doors are shut for at least half the year. This makes your home what we ca ..read more

There aren’t many silver linings when it comes to COVID-19. And we certainly don’t want to make light of this terrible virus and all of the pain it has caused this country. However, we are thrilled that COVID has started to shine a light on how important it is to have healthy, clean indoor air. A recent NPR article (“Better air in classrooms matters beyond COVID”) made many good points about how indoor air quality affects all of our health, particularly in schools and for our students. But no need to sift through the entire article. Here are some of the highlights we’ve pulled out for you: CO ..read more