Air Duct Cleaning – Pros & Cons
By Dave Trosdahl on June 20th, 2008
In deciding whether or not you should consider air duct cleaning, it is important to weigh the pros & cons. In a recent post on the Duct Cleaning Twin Cities blog, the author a Duct Cleaner from Minneapolis, has pointed out several things to keep in mind when making that decision.
The Pros and Cons of Air Duct Cleaning
Some of the “pros” listed are; contaminant removal, the benefit of breathing clean air, affordability and even dusting less. The “cons” mentioned included; the scams associated with duct cleaning, wide price ranges, incomplete cleaning methods and price gouging.
For a more in-depth study of air duct cleaning pros and cons I suggest reading:
- ‘Does Duct Cleaning Help?‘ – by Twin Cities Air Duct Cleaning
- ‘Will Duct Cleaning Help My Allergies?‘ – by Philly Duct Cleaning
- ‘Duct Cleaning Process Explained‘ – 3 part post, by Air Duct Cleaner
- ‘Air Duct Cleaning Cost‘ – by Duct-911
- ‘Duct Cleaning Photo‘ – by CleanMyFurnace.com
As I always stress, remember to check references before hiring a contractor. Look for a “testimonial” page on the duct cleaners website, call the BBB and check with the Department of Commerce for your state. Although the price is very affordable, the duct cleaning industry is notorious for the old bait and switch technique. If the air duct cleaning company won’t give you a firm price over the phone, call another duct cleaner.
Air duct cleaning says:
i believe the pros posted here more.
June 26th, 2008 at 2:35 pm
mitchell moore says:
I would like to comment on your duct cleaning prices. I own a heating and air conditioning service company in Chicago and we do not do duct cleaning. As absurd as it sounds I found myself searching for a company to do the cleaning in my own home. I have found your blog very informative on the subject and your prices are by far the best I’ve found. Too bad I,m in Chicago. Sincerely Mitch for citywide heating
August 28th, 2008 at 3:53 am
Dave Trosdahl says:
Thanks for the kind words Mitch. Yes, unfortunately we don’t have a contractor in Chicago yet. Why don’t you start up a $99 duct cleaning service? You won’t make a lot of money at it but it will really help your heating and cooling business. Just a thought.
- Dave
Nice website by the way.
August 28th, 2008 at 10:59 am
Los angeles maids says:
Will it be better if the duct cleaning contractor came out to the home/office and
inspect the area to be cleaned and from there provide a quote in writing?
This will avoid any changes in price and the service coverage will also be listed in black and white.
November 5th, 2010 at 9:01 am
admin says:
I disagree. Any air duct cleaning company who is going to come out before the appointment is going to charge a lot more than $99. while it’s true there are companies out there claiming to charge $99 and then running the bid up during the process, asking a few questions before they begin and then simply refusing to pay additional “hidden” fees, will send them running! Read and re-read the ad. does it say “per vent” or fail to mention both hot and cold air returns? If so, follow them around and make sure they clean ALL the duct work. If they don’t, don’t pay them, it’s that simple.
September 13th, 2011 at 6:28 am