The air ducts in your home circulate the air in it. Dirty air ducts can easily accumulate several pounds of dust, dust mites, and their food and debris—up to 40 pounds per year in a six-room home. This can seriously complicate the health of the people (and even animals) inside. Is it expensive to clean…

Removing debris from your air duct system is a crucial step that can help boost your home’s indoor air quality this winter. If you’re hoping to reduce indoor allergens this coming season, here are a few reasons to consider scheduling an air duct cleaning. Reduced Indoor Pollution Many homes have never had an air duct…

Those air duct cleaning coupons might be tempting, but the services may not be worth purchasing. When it comes to air duct cleaning, unreliable companies always offer the best deals. Done right, air duct cleaning is an exacting job. It’s not easy to accomplish, and it’s not as cheap as some coupon offers would have you believe. To reach…

It’s easy to ignore your air ducts, and lots of people do just that. Your air ducts are mostly out of sight, quiet, and don’t draw attention to themselves until there’s a serious problem. But they should have regular maintenance to keep problems from developing and potentially cause health problems. Dirty Air Ducts Can Cause…

Dusty Home Do you catch yourself frequently cleaning your dusty home? Have you ever wondered where the dust comes from and how to prevent it from building up? Over the years, research has proven that the air inside of our homes can sometimes be a lot worse than the air outside. However, with some careful…

It seems like every single day we find new ways to define our homes as dusty. Dust bunnies cropping up under furniture, HVAC vents that look like they’re growing a fur coat, the sheer amount of dust on your tables and chairs—it can all be quite exhausting to keep up with. So, what do you do?…

According to the Remove Mold Guide, mold starts growing in HVAC systems for two primary reasons: moisture and nourishment. The moisture is due to condensation, which typically occurs during warm months. When your house is warm, water vapor can begin to form on the inside of your air ducts as cold air is pushed through them.…

Manufacturers Suggestions Most manufacturers generally recommend Air Filters be changed every three months. But in reality, the “right” answer is different for every house. While the recommendation of three months is a good place to start, it’s not a one-size-fits-all answer. Many factors come into play when determining how often a filter should be changed, such as: Type…

When choosing an air filter for your HVAC system, you will be presented with many options, but that doesn’t mean the buying process has to be confusing. Metro Duct Cleaners has prepared this simple guide to walk you through every step of selecting a filter that’s perfect for you and your home. Size What size of…

Answer: Because they get dirty! In addition to normal accumulations of dust and dirt found in all homes with air ducts, there are several other factors that can increase the need for regular HVAC system cleaning: pets occupants with allergies or asthma cigarette or cigar smoke water contamination or damage to the home or HVAC…