When Should You Have Your Air Ducts Cleaned?

February 2, 2023

Over time, your home’s air quality periodically changes. This can manifest in allergy symptoms in members of your household, and you may notice small particles in the air that signify adverse air quality. A noticeable change in temperature throughout your home can also occur. These are indications that you need your air ducts cleaned. Your Ducts and Vents Have Become Clogged If you examine the air ducts and vents in your Cheyenne, Wyoming home and notice that they have become clogged by dust, dirt and other debris, it’s time to have a professional duct cleaning done. Advanced Comfort Solutions can provide you with these services so that your ducts can function efficiently again. Poor or Uneven Airflow A sure sign that you need professional air duct cleaning is when the air circulation throughout your home is poor or uneven. Whether you’re running the heat or air conditioning from your HVAC system, if the temperature is different from room to room or even from one spot in a room compared to another location in that same room, there’s likely an issue that needs to be addressed. A professional technician can get to the bottom of it and ensure that your ducts...

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How Do I Check My Home for Air Leaks?

August 13, 2019

An airtight home is a home that maximizes comfort and energy efficiency. On the other hand, homes with air leaks are susceptible to drafts, uneven cooling, and higher energy bills. No homeowner wants leaks, but that doesn’t stop homes from naturally developing cracks over time. As one of Cheyenne’s leading heating and cooling companies, our customers often ask us if their properties have leaks. Fortunately, you can detect air leaks using a few simple methods. 1. Detect Large Leaks With Your Hand Major air leaks are the easiest to detect since you can often feel them when you’re standing nearby. To find large leaks, simply walk around your home and place your hand near the seams of doors and windows. Drafts and drastic temperature changes are signs of air leaks. 2. Detect Moderate Leaks With an Incense Stick If you couldn’t feel anything with your hand but still suspect you have an air leak, you should move on to the incense technique. To get this test started, you’ll need to turn off your home’s heating and cooling system as well as any ceiling fans you have running. To find an air leak, light the incense stick and pass it near...

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What Are the Benefits of Duct Cleaning?

July 9, 2019

As a homeowner, you rely on your HVAC system to heat and cool your home during fluctuating temperatures. When air passes through your heating and cooling system, your ducts circulate airflow to ensure it’s properly conditioned. This process occurs multiple times a day, and it’s important to ensure that the air you and your family breathe is as fresh and clean as possible. Air duct cleaning helps remove dust and contaminants, preventing these harmful substances from circulating throughout your home. The following are just a few benefits associated with professional air duct cleaning services. Increased Energy Efficiency Clogged ducts force your HVAC system to work harder to heat and cool your home. Duct cleaning keeps your heating and air conditioning units working at peak condition, resulting in increased energy efficiency and lower utility bills. Improved Indoor Air Quality Just as dust quickly settles on the furniture in your home, dust can settle within your ducts even after a couple of hours of inactivity. Whenever your system powers up again, dust and other substances can begin to recirculate throughout your home. Having your air ducts cleaned once or twice a year helps get rid of contaminants like pet dander, dust, mold,...

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