Why is it important to clean the air ducts in your home or office? "If your ducts look dirty, they probably are" The National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) offers this general rule of thumb as a simple way for home and business owners to determine whether their air ducts need to be inspected and cleaned by certified experts.¹ Benefits of Air Duct Cleaning Save Energy, Save Money Did you know that 25-40% … [Read more...]
Why You Should Have Your Air Ducts Cleaned
What You Don’t Know About Cleaning May Hurt You
Cleaning Is Supposed to Keep You Healthy, Right? Cleaning your home or office - such as wiping away dust, washing windows, scrubbing tiles and vacuuming carpets - is a natural part of daily life. While many professional cleaning services are available, most people perform these tasks themselves using store-bought cleaning products. Although cleaning with over-the-counter products is a cultural norm for millions of … [Read more...]
A Clean House: It’s All in the Details
There can be moments after you get done cleaning all the major parts of your home where you look around and feel like it could be cleaner. Oftentimes, the little things that should be cleaned throughout the house get forgotten or overlooked. Ensuring these places - such as tile & grout, upholstery, and furniture - are touched up will make your living space look even fresher and will extend the longevity of … [Read more...]
Take a Break this Spring with Easy Cleaning Shortcuts
Spring has officially begun, and for many of us, it's a busy time filled with sprucing up our homes inside and out and from top to bottom. In fact, 72 percent of people engage in spring cleaning each year, according to the American Cleaning Institute. But, spring is also a time to take a break to enjoy the warmer weather, explore new places and experience new things. Give yourself the chance to savor the season … [Read more...]
How can air duct cleaning reduce energy costs in your home or office?
It takes a lot of energy to heat and cool your home or business. Studies show that heating, ventilating and air conditioning account for 30 percent of the energy used in the average home or small business. In larger buildings, heating and air conditioning can account for almost half of the monthly energy bill. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, a build-up of .042 inches of dirt on a heating or … [Read more...]
Bring on Spring with the Best Cleaning Tips for Your Home
Spring is right around the corner, and for most of us, it's an exciting time to spruce up our homes. From the interior to the exterior, now is the time to get prepared so you can enjoy the season! Five ways to give your home a fresh start for Spring Start on the exterior. The outside of your home has taken more wear and tear from the harsh winter than you might think. Walk around your home and determine if the … [Read more...]
How to Improve the Air Quality in Your Home
Your home's heating and the cooling system act as the lungs of the property as it works to take air in and exhaust air out of the structure. And...just like the rest of your house, it can build up with mold, mildew, dust and debris. According to the National Air Duct Cleaners Association, up to 40 pounds of dust is created annually through everyday living in a typical six-room home. Additionally, the Environmental … [Read more...]
Time to Show Your Home Some Love
As the saying goes, home is where the heart is. And, there's no better time to show your home some love than the month of February. You don't need to spend a lot of money to show your home that you care. Five simple ways to give your home some much-appreciated affection Shed extra weight. You don't have to wait for spring to roll around to get rid of the junk that may be piling up in your closets or garage. … [Read more...]
DucTales – Providing the cleanest indoor air quality
Based on an interview with Paul Schulze, Blackmon Mooring Vice President In 1948, Blackmon Mooring founders began a furniture re-upholstery business in Fort Worth. After the Trinity River levee broke in May of 1949, our founders were there to help clean up in the aftermath of the major flooding. It was their first foray into disaster recovery and would eventually lead to a full line of restoration services, such … [Read more...]
Potential Energy Savings
It takes a lot of energy to heat and cool your home or business. In fact, studies have shown that heating, ventilating and air conditioning accounts for 30% of the energy used in the average home or small business. And in larger buildings, heating and air conditioning can account for almost half of the monthly energy bill. Surprisingly, even though HVAC systems play such a fundamental role in heating and cooling … [Read more...]
Indoor Air Quality Concerns
When thinking about air pollution, words that might come to mind are smog, greenhouse gasses, and global warming. Although these issues have been problems for decades, it hasn't been until recently that we have acknowledged the significance of a cleaner environment and identified ways to help improve outdoor air quality. What about indoor air quality? Indoor air quality is often overlooked, but it is just as … [Read more...]