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Duct Cleaning

DUCT CLEANING – WHY DEAN’S HOME SERVICES!

The main reason why your homes should have their ducts cleaned is that they accumulate dust! This accumulation can be the cause of a multitude of problems, including an increased need for dusting, poor heating, and cooling performance, and musty odors throughout your home. While normal, repeated cycling of dust in a home can increase the need for air duct cleaning, other factors may push the air duct cleaning timetable forward even more, including:

  • Pets
  • Occupants with allergies or asthma
  • Cigarette or cigar smoke
  • Water contamination/damage to home or HVAC system
  • Home renovation or remodeling projects

The US Environmental Protection Agency has listed poor indoor air quality as America’s fourth-largest environmental threat. Some occupants are more sensitive to the contaminants within a residential HVAC system than others, so having a proper air duct cleaning performed to alleviate this issue is important.

We offer air duct cleaning services that meet both the needs of quality and budget for clients:

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Clean Return and Supply Ductwork Remove Clean and Reset Supply Registers Return Air Grilles, Clean Supply Air Plenum Return Air Plenum, Clean Air stream Side of Heat Exchanger Clean Blower Motor, Evaporator Coil, Drain and Pan.

  • Cleaning of your dryer vent* and furnace blower compartment is included.
  • Furnace safety evaluation is included with every service.

HOW TO INSPECT YOUR HOME’S AIR DUCT VENTS

One of the most popular questions our customers ask when they begin researching the air duct cleaning process is how to determine whether the vents need cleaning. There are very simple ways to do this: using a screwdriver, remove a floor or wall register. With a mirror and flashlight, observe the condition of the ductwork. If you see that the vent contains any visible dust or debris, it is time to get the ducts taken care of. This process can also be done with a digital camera.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT AIR DUCT CLEANING

Air Duct Cleaning is a lot more complicated than just blowing out the heating and cooling vents in your home. Depending on how reputable of a service you are researching, air duct cleaning can mean several different things. Some firms only clean some vents, up-charging additionally for others. Some only use negative pressure, a vacuuming process. Others yet exclude furnace components. Your air ducts are only part of the overall Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) System, which include the following components:

  • Return vents
  • Supply vents
  • Coils
  • Drain pan
  • Vent registers
  • Air Plenum
  • Blower Motor and Assembly
  • Heat Exchanger
  • Air Cleaner
  • Air Filter
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The Basics: Proper HVAC Cleaning Process

There are two key components to HVAC cleaning: breaking contaminants loose, and collection of contaminants.

BREAKING CONTAMINANTS LOOSE

Properly cleaning HVAC systems requires removing the sources of contamination. Source removal begins with use of one or more agitation devices designed to loosen contaminants from the surfaces within the heating and air-conditioning system. Dean’s Home Services utilizes the Roto Brush system through every vent in the home to agitate and remove your dirt and debris.

SYSTEM ACCESS

Because each system is unique, the way the duct cleaners will access them will also be different. Where possible, access to duct interiors should be made through existing openings such as supply diffusers, return grills, duct end caps, and existing service openings. However, if the system dictates, we may need to create an access panel ourselves. Creation of these service openings, and their subsequent closure, will be performed and maintained by our expertly trained technicians.

COST AND TIME ESTIMATES

At Dean’s Home Services, we believe in fair and accountable service. Our pricing is upfront with no hidden charges. As for timing, service usually runs between 3-5 man hours, which can vary depending on HVAC system set-up. The technicians can confirm with you the approximate completion time once they are on site.

POST-CLEANING MAINTENANCE

There are a few things that you can do to maintain the cleanliness and efficiency of your HVAC system:

  • Get good HVAC filters—ask your contractor for a recommendation.
  • Clean/change the HVAC filters as needed (at least every two months)
  • Even with proper air duct cleaning and changing quality filters, the HVAC system will still become dirty over time. Have your heating and cooling system inspected every two years to determine whether your system needs to be cleaned again.

*Dryer vent must be accessible on first level of the home.

For a Duct Cleaning specialist in the Twin Cities and the surrounding areas, schedule an appointment today.

WITH DEAN’S DUCT CLEANING SERVICES YOU GET:

  • Over 100 Years of Combined Industry Experience
  • We Strive for 100% Customer Satisfaction
  • Fast and Reliable Service
  • Clean & Friendly Service Professionals
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Female & minority-owned business

We pride ourselves on being a female- and minority-owned company that's served the Twin Cities since 1996.

Female & minority-owned business

We pride ourselves on being a female- and minority-owned company that's served the Twin Cities since 1996.

Family Owned & Operated

Our customer service is backed by our family values. When you work with us, you'll be treated like a member of the Dean's family!

Family Owned & Operated

Our customer service is backed by our family values. When you work with us, you'll be treated like a member of the Dean's family!

Over 100 years of experience in each trade

From HVAC to plumbing to electrical, our team has the experience to do it all! For jobs big and small, we'll get it done right.

Over 100 years of experience in each trade

From HVAC to plumbing to electrical, our team has the experience to do it all! For jobs big and small, we'll get it done right.

Committed to customer satisfaction

Our team puts customers first in everything that we do. We'll work tirelessly to ensure you're satisfied with our service!

Committed to customer satisfaction

Our team puts customers first in everything that we do. We'll work tirelessly to ensure you're satisfied with our service!

Highly qualified technicians

We believe in being the best, so we only work with the best! All of our professionals provide top-quality workmanship.

Highly qualified technicians

We believe in being the best, so we only work with the best! All of our professionals provide top-quality workmanship.

Fast, clean & professionally dressed crew

When we arrive at your home, we'll always be dressed professionally with a smile on our faces and ready to get to work.

Fast, clean & professionally dressed crew

When we arrive at your home, we'll always be dressed professionally with a smile on our faces and ready to get to work.

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Customer Satisfaction is our #1 Priority What Dean’s Customers are saying
I recently bought a new house and quite a few things needed upgrading / replacing. Deans has done fantastic work on all these things. Scheduling is fast and easy. They are able to come out quickly to assess it and give an estimate. And they can quickly schedule the service. All the technicians have been fantastic. Friendly, and quick and efficient. I am so glad I am a member and I will recommend Deans to anyone. Mark B.
Matthew came for a general plumbing inspection. He was friendly and polite and even a little bit early for his appointment. That is a wonderful thing. He checked all the toilets and sinks, the water heater and water softener. All the while explaining what he was doing. He had some ideas on a few repairs but wasn't an alarmist about it. Things that just had to be done, sooner than later, but not immediately. The Dean's club membership is definitely worth it. Susan M.
Eric B was awesome and informative. Today he came and gave us a rundown of our new homes air ventilation and Furnace/AC systems so we are all ready for winter and beyond. We had Dean's install a new furnace, ac and water heater at our previous home and they did such a wonderful job and so easy to work with we will only use them from now on. Thanks again for a wonderful experience. Jayme K.
I had Dean's come out a couple times for different services. Once to install venting for a bath fan and once for service for my furnace. There were no surprises in pricing and service was quick. Sam was the tech both times and he did a great job for both jobs. For the furnace, he diagnosed the issue within minutes of starting the work and got it up and running quickly. They had all the parts in the truck already. As far as the appointment, I requested service online, had a call back within 15 min and the tech was in my driveway an hour later. I would highly recommend Dean's. Dan P.
Of the several electricians I contacted, Dean's offered by far the quickest dispatch time, which is great because my thermostat broke and wouldn't start my A/C at all. Given that temperatures are supposed to reach 98 degrees tomorrow, time was of the essence. Thankfully, Dean's had someone out within an hour. I worked with Seth, who was professional, helpful and knowledgeable. He ran a 'C' wire to our new smart thermostat and got it installed in about an hour at a reasonable price. I will definitely recommend Dean's to anyone who needs an electrician. Michael Y.
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