Residential Duct Cleaning

        The purpose of this page is to give you simple, easy to understand information on Apex Duct And Chimney Cleaning's residential air duct cleaning services which are designed to improve your home's indoor air quality.

        Apex Duct And Chimney Cleaning conforms to the highest professional standards as set forth by the industry leader (NADCA).   The industry has strict standards relating to equipment, cleaning procedures and ethical behavior.   The best way to protect yourself as a consumer is by knowing what to ask.   The Frequently Asked Questions section will give you a good understanding of the industry and the things to avoid when selecting an (HVAC) cleaning professional.

        A recent study at Yale University revealed that the air in 19 out of 20 homes was "considerably more polluted than the air outside" .

Microbial Contamination

        The moisture and debris commonly found in (HVAC) systems provides an ideal breeding ground for mold, germs, fungi, and other harmful microbes.   Microbial contamination poses a major health risk to people who suffer from allergies, asthma, and other respiratory ailments, as well as to those who do not.   Numerous studies have confirmed that some diseases, including Legionnaire's Disease, originate in, and are readily spread by, contaminated ventilation systems.   Airborne contaminants are drawn through the duct work of the central air conditioning system via return air registers.   Standard, throw-away fiberglass filters remove less than 7% of these particles, which means much of the rest settles in air ducts.   Now acknowledged as a major allergy and disease causing problem by leading medical authorities, poor indoor air quality has prompted doctors and allergists to commonly prescribe furnace and air duct cleaning as a remedy.   If you question the need for air duct cleaning, take a look behind the return air grilles in the (HVAC) system of your home.   Many people have found that one glimpse into their air ducts provides all the evidence they need to initiate a through cleansing of their (HVAC) system.   Call today for a healthier home and a healthier you.

Facts

Why Should You Have Your Air Ducts Cleaned?

        Research has shown that people spend the majority of their time, around 90%, indoors.   Surprisingly, for many people the risks to their health may be greater due to exposure to air pollution indoors rather than outdoors.   Experts also conclude that people who are exposed to indoor air pollutants for the longest periods of time tend to be the most vulnerable to the effects of indoor air pollution.   Parents are increasingly worrying about the effect that continued indoor air pollution will have on their children.   The elderly or those suffering from allergies are also extremely susceptible to increased risk to their health due to the indoor air that they breathe.

        Pet dander, cooking oils, air fresheners, mold, dirt, mildew, insecticides, dust, paint and aerosol sprays are just a few of the contaminants that drift through the air in our homes.   These fragments eventually come to rest inside of the air ducts in even the cleanest of homes.

        Particles of dust, pollen and other debris routinely found in all types of heating and cooling systems are some of the main causes of contaminated air in residential housing.   If moisture is present, the potential for the growth of mold is increased and spores from such growth can be released into the home's living space.   Every time the blower to your furnace or air conditioner comes on, pollutants are blown into your living space, causing the air you breathe to be far less than clean.   Some of these contaminants may cause allergic reactions or other symptoms in people that are exposed to them.   The American Lung Association states, "fragile lung tissue can be easily damaged by pollutants in the air, resulting in an increased risk of asthma, allergies and bronchitis".

        A dirty system can also be costly, as dirty furnace components can cause a myriad of problems from rust to overheating to a/c coil freeze ups.   By simply keeping your heating and cooling systems clean, removing debris from sensitive mechanical components, you may avoid costly repairs and keep them working in top-notch condition for many years to come.   Having your ducts cleaned regularly will help you improve the indoor air quality in your home while also enhancing the efficiency of your system, which could also reduce your energy bills.

We At Apex Duct And Chimney Cleaning Are
Constantly Striving To Lessen Our Impact On Our Planet!

Can a Disinfectant Be Less Toxic Than Vinegar And Still Kill Germs?

        In nature, plants produce germ-killing "essential oils"  to protect themselves from invading microbes, similar to how our bodies produce antibodies for our protection against disease.

        The disinfectant we use is a revolutionary blend of these antimicrobial extracts, particularly from the herb Thyme.   Traditional synthetic chemicals use quaternary ammonia or chlorine to kill germs, however, using the essential oils from plants allows us to achieve an unprecedented Efficacy & Safety profile.   This is perfect for our clients that are hyper sensitive to normal disinfectants and cleaners.   We're only one of a few companies that uses this product.   This alone puts us at least head and shoulders above our competitors that are not using this product.   To put it simply, our disinfectant is a "plant immune system" in a bottle.

Do You Worry About The Toxicity Of The Antimicrobials You Use To Kill Germs?

        Our disinfectant's botanical active ingredient is identified by public health authorities as having no known adverse affects to human health or the environment.   Our disinfectant was reviewed for toxicity for all routes of exposure which include: inhalation, ingestion, skin irritation, skin sensitization and eye irritation.

        Our disinfectant surpasses germ killing requirements for hospital disinfectants.   The ingredients are categorized as (GRAS) and as Direct Food Additives by the FDA.

        Our disinfectant is an (EPA) approved, 100% organic cleaning solution.   It successfully kills most harmful bacteria, germs, and odors.

Classified As A Hospital  Or  Medical  Disinfectant By The
EPA  Because Of The Variety Of Bacteria That It Kills.

        Anyone living in the area knows that San Diego air quality is among the worst in the nation.   While the city is cleaning its act up, particulates and ozone from highways and shipping are trapped by the geography making significant cleanup efforts difficult.   The mountains form a natural pocket that literally keeps the bad air contained here.   To maintain health, people with chronic lung conditions are encouraged to stay inside.   But what happens when the indoor air quality is worse than the outside?

        To improve the quality of air inside your home, the Environmental Protection Agency recommends that home be well ventilated to reduce the harmful effects of potentially dangerous toxins that can concentrate within a home.   Those toxins can include biological materials, such as molds that live inside the home, as well as heavy particulates and ozone from the surrounding area.

        In fact, unless steps are taken to correct the problems, indoor San Diego air quality can be three to five times worse that the air outside the home.   San Diego residents run the risk of substantially lowering the indoor air quality of their homes when toxins that enter from the surrounding high pollution environment are unable to leave the home and become concentrated inside.   Those outdoor toxins find their way into homes by accumulating in dirty indoor air ducts.

        An EPA study found that the majority of people now spend 90% of their time indoors.   Unfortunately, that indoor air is likely to be more polluted than the air outside.   The lower San Diego air quality means that area residents must take steps to improve the quality of indoor air.

Simple Ways to Improve Interior San Diego Air Quality

        Keep in mind that San Diego residents are most likely to experience adverse health affects when their interior living spaces contain molds, heavy concentrations of ozone, and/or particulates in the air.   A well-ventilated home is the single most important step to keep indoor air quality at safe levels.

To improve indoor air quality, home owners should do the following:

Don't let your system become this neglected!   This can damage your furnace
components not to mention all the contaminates you're breathing in!

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NOTE:  Absolutely nothing on any of these pages should be construed, implied, interpreted or taken as medical advice.   None of these types of services are a "cure all" for any and all allergies, respiratory or any other medical issues.   If you believe poor air quality is affecting your health then your first step should be to seek the advice of your Primary Care Provider (PCP) regarding any allergies, respiratory or any other medical issues you may have.   Your (PCP) may refer you to an allergist to test you for allergies.   Once you have investigated other possible underlying issues that might be causing you issues, then you may want to look into these types of services.   Our company has had numerous clients that have noticed a tremendous improvement in their allergy or respiratory type issues after our services.   What we want to emphasize is that these services, "no matter who" provides them may or may not provide you with the relief you're looking for.   We at Apex Duct And Chimney Cleaning sincerely wish you the best, if you have any questions, please feel free to contact  us or visit our disclaimer  page.

(Source:   NADCA, DCN, ASHRAE, EPA, IAQ, IHACI, NFPA, CPSC, CDC, AAFA, Cal/OSHA )