Commercial Air Duct Cleaning
Commercial Air Duct Cleaning Services in Pittsburgh, PA
In the Pittsburgh area, we are one of the only companies that strictly specializes in air duct cleaning. That is why we have been known as Pittsburgh’s industry leader since 1996! Using a specialized company is very important in our industry because there are very specific tools, equipment, and training that is needed to do the job successfully. We have been doing commercial projects since our company was started, and we are capable of completing any size project, no matter how unique it might be. We offer our services in any type of commercial building, which includes industrial and healthcare facilities. At our company, safety is a primary focus, and our designated Safety Manager will make sure all appropriate safety gear, procedures, and training is planned for.
It is also very important to use a National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) member in this industry. Being members requires a company to follow all of the strict standards and guidelines set for cleaning techniques in our industry. As a minimum requirement, we have all of our technicians earn the Ventilation Maintenance Technician (VMT) training certificate through the National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA). This means that we invest the extra time and money to train our technicians on a high level; anyone coming out to your project will be very experienced, very knowledgeable, and know exactly what to do. We have multiple team members with even higher certifications such as, Air System Cleaning Specialists (ASCS) both in the office and in the field. Our President, Dan L’Herbier, holds the highest industry certification, the Certified Ventilation Inspector (CVI).
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We are proud to say that we are the preferred air duct cleaning company in the Pittsburgh area.
Over 200 local HVAC and restoration companies refer and use us.
All Commercial Projects are Assigned a Project Manager.
Our Project Managers are experienced, knowledgeable, and hold the Air Systems Cleaning Specialist (ASCS) certification through NADCA. The Project Managers will perform an initial site visit, at no charge, to determine the estimated duration of the project, if any specific or unique equipment or set up is needed, and to discuss what safety requirements are needed to complete the job. The Project Manager will provide a quote in a timely manner, then review the scope of work in detail to ensure everyone is on the same page. On the first day of the project, the Project Manager will be on site to start the crew off on the right foot and will continue to manage the project through its completion to make sure everything goes smoothly.
Why Air Duct Cleaning is Important for your Commercial Building
There are many benefits associated with having your HVAC system professionally cleaned.
Healthier Building = Healthier Occupants
The air quality is a major factor contributing to people’s comfort level and productivity. Airborne contaminants circulating throughout the space can cause allergies, headaches, and other irritations in the workplace; in some cases, even more serious illnesses can result.
Cleaner Indoor Environment
This is beneficial for appearance purposes and it lessens the extent of what needs to be done by normal janitorial cleaning. This service will also provide a healthier and more comfortable indoor space for building occupants.
Increased HVAC Efficiency
Our process can increase system efficiency by up to 40 percent. This results from more air flow out of the diffusers, more even temperatures in the space, and your equipment will reach the set temperature faster, which means it will not need to run as long or as often. In addition to saving energy costs, this will also extend the life expectancy of your equipment.
Sick Building Syndrome
Today’s buildings are far more energy efficient than their predecessors. A negative side effect to this increased efficiency is that buildings don’t “breathe.” In fact, they’re near “airtight.” The indoor air quality is constantly being recycled.
Ductwork is a breeding ground for mold, bacteria, fungi, and viruses. It also collects dust mites, pollen, textile fibers, residue from chemicals and decaying organic matter. All these could lead to “sick building syndrome”. This is not just limited to the building itself but to the people within it.
The National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), generally describes “sick building syndrome” as a condition affecting office workers, typically marked by headaches and respiratory problems, attributed to unhealthy or stressful factors in a work environment with poor ventilation. The NEMI (National Energy Management Institute) reports that, “Benefits of improved indoor air quality are so large that this opportunity cannot be ignored…”
This service will help improve attendance by reducing sick leave, and reduce associated healthcare costs.
Employees and other occupants will also be more productive, and feel both safe and comfortable while at work. Not only does it provide a good impression when a business owner or building owner cares about the wellbeing of its occupants, but it will also lead to an increase in profitability
Healthcare
A 2014 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study estimated that in 2011 more than 700,000 health care associated infections (HAIs) occurred in acute care hospitals in the US (of which about 75,000 patients with HAIs died during their hospitalization). Routine cleaning of the HVAC system will not only provide a healthier space for these patients, but this service will also help prevent cross contamination from one area to another. Most hospitals actually have policies in place that require ductwork cleaning after all remodels or HVAC system updates. This cleaning is especially critical for areas that have invasive procedures, such as surgery centers and operating rooms. Construction dust and other contaminants can be easily spread throughout the areas conditioned by that HVAC system.
Our Experience in Commercial Air Duct Cleaning
Our experienced technicians are no strangers when it comes to commercial ductwork. No matter the project size, we have the proper tools to clean any size, shape, and material of ductwork in any location! We have experience working in many different healthcare facilities, schools, restaurants, industrial and manufacturing facilities, and just about every other type of commercial space. References are available upon request; some of our commercial clients include:
- Senior and assisted living centers
- Hospitals and other medical facilities
- School buildings and college campuses
- Professional sports stadiums and arenas
- Zoos, Pet hospitals, and other animal facilities
- Hotels and Resorts
- Restaurants, Bars, and Private Clubs
- Prisons and Jails
- Churches and other religious facilities
- Casinos and gaming facilities
- Indoor farming and growing facilities
Our Professional Commercial Air Duct Cleaning Process Makes the Difference!
- The HVAC system is placed under negative air pressure (suction) using our large vacuum trucks, which delivers 16,000 CFM.
- All registers and grills are taken off and hand washed. The housings will be cleaned and detailed before the cleaned vents are reinstalled.
- While under suction, high powered air tools are guided down each duct, scrubbing the inside, and forcing all of the dust, dirt, and other debris through the duct and back to the vacuum connection.
- All the ductwork is cleaned; this includes the complete supply and return sides, all the branches and main trunk lines.
- The upper and lower cabinets of the furnace are cleaned and detailed.
- Electronic air cleaners and washable air filters are thoroughly cleaned, or a new disposable filter can be installed.
- The A/C evaporator coil is thoroughly cleaned, assuming it is accessible.
- Optional, but no extra charge: Treat the entire HVAC system with our eco-responsible, EPA registered, disinfecting and deodorizing product.
- All access openings are sealed airtight at the end of the job.
- System is cycled and purged.
- Thorough clean-up of the jobsite and final walk through are completed.
- All components and all areas of your HVAC system are cleaned with our service!
Note: We can be hired to just clean diffusers and grills periodically for appearance purposes.
Additional Process & Service Details
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A/C Evaporator Coil Cleaning
This step in our cleaning process is especially important for system efficiency and performance. If you have central air conditioning in your building, then this is a component that you have. This coil is typically located inside the air handler, or just beyond it, inside of the duct work. This is the area where air is chilled down and humidity is removed when the air passes through. The air still passes through this area when the system is in heat mode, but the coil is turned off. Similar to your air filter collecting dust and debris, this coil also collects dust and debris overtime. This can lead to unpleasant odors, especially during the air conditioning season. Instead of replacing it like a dirty air filter, it must be cleaned periodically. Tests and studies show that cleaning a dirty A/C evaporator coil can improve system efficiency by up to 40 percent! This improvement will extend the life of your equipment, and lead to a significant cost savings with utility and energy bills. This specific step in the cleaning process will help increase air flow out of the vents/ diffusers, and lead to more even temperatures throughout the indoor space.
As long as we have access to this coil, it is included in our normal cleaning process. It is first vacuumed off with a HEPA filtered vacuum machine, and then it is sprayed with a high quality coil cleaner. After letting the cleaning product dwell for about ten minutes, the coil is rinsed clean with fresh water. The cleaning product and the water will be drained out through the drain at the bottom of the coil. We finish by treating the coil with our eco-responsible, EPA registered disinfecting and deodorizing treatment.
Disinfectant and Deodorizing Treatment
Does your home or facility have a problem with odor, mold, mildew, or bacterial growth? We offer SNiPER, the most effective disinfectant and deodorizing product on the market. Global Environmental Restoration, Inc., is the creator of the SNiPER product. SNiPER is EPA registered for the use in HVAC systems, it is a hospital grade, eco-friendly, anti-bacterial/ fungicide disinfectant and deodorizing product. SNiPER’s low toxicity formulation inhibits the growth of odor causing organisms, as well as those organisms associated with mold, mildew, and bacterial growth in the air and in HVAC systems. This product is so safe that it can be used in occupied spaces. This product is non-corrosive, non-flammable, non-chlorinating, hypo-allergenic, and a true biodegradable product, making it not only the most effective product on the market, but also the safest.
One of SNiPER’s key features is the low toxicity and safety rating with the EPA. Rated as a category IV, the lowest EPA toxicity rating, it can be directly applied to the HVAC system duct work in populated areas. What does having the lowest EPA toxicity rating mean? It means there are no harmful effects to your skin, eyes, breathing, or swallowing when using SNiPER. Once SNiPER is applied, it dries leaving the system virtually residue-free.
Click here to see a list of SNiPER’s key features. (PDF file)