Residential and Commercial Cleaning Specialists

Servicing Chicagoland and ALL its surrounding suburbs

Air Duct Cleaning

When using the high compressed air cleaning process, the following steps are used to clean the ducts properly.

1. Powerful vacuum is used to place the duct system under negative pressure and assist in pulling dislodged contaminants out of the ductwork.
2. Compressed air tools and agitation tools are used to dislodge contaminants stuck on the ductwork.

The Compressed air tools are used to clean the inside of the ducts. This process will remove the dust and debris from the ductwork and the vacuum will pull all the dust & contaminents outside of the home. The supply and return networks are “zoned,” or separated, so they can be cleaned independently. This can be done by removing the furnace filter, inserting it into a plastic bag and reinserting it into the furnace, or using a filter block.

The ADCS 7 Step Cleaning Process

1. An access hole is cut into the air plenum. Vacuum is connected into the hole cut into the air plenum. This creates a powerful negative pressure on the supply & or Return ductwork to transport loosened dirt and contaminates out of the ductwork and into the vacuum’s filtration/collection system outside of the home.
2. Each branch is cleaned separately, starting with the farthest branch from the vacuum. The register and boot areas are cleaned to remove any dirt and/or debris.
3. The branches are cleaned by using agitation devices such as a power ball and/or duct whip to dislodge any debris on the ductwork. forward air sweep is then used to blow the debris into the vacuum.
4. The main run is cleaned using the same process in 3 and 4.
5. The return side is cleaned using the same techniques as above.
6. All holes are plugged and sealed for Routine Maintenance every 3, 5, or 7 years, depending on the home.
7. WE ensure that the furnace unit cycles and is operating before leaving.

Dryer Vent Cleaning

We Service the Following Facilities:

1. Laundromats
2. Residential Homes
3. Townhouses & Condominiums
4. Apartments
5. Motels & Hotels
6. Hair Salons
7. Nursing Homes
8. Doctor Offices

There’s a hidden danger spot in most homes today. Chances are you don’t look at it or even think about it. It’s the vent from your clothes dryer. Over time, it fills with lint that slips past your dryer’s filter. Overheating results as the lint builds up, and then you’re just a step away from a fire. Sound unlikely? Here are some alarming facts from a May 2002 report from the Consumer Product Safety Commission:

• Over 30,000 clothes dryer fires occur each year.
• These dryer fires result in approximately 25 deaths, 350 injuries and over $100 million in property damage annually.
• The high-limit thermostat may prematurely fail when subjected to high ambient temperatures.

After a significant build up of debris in the dryer vent hose, the dryer overheats and the lint catches fire. Combustibles in the immediate vicinity then help fuel the fire.

Unlike many health and safety issues we are faced with in the home, this safety problem has an easy and economical solution. The best way to prevent the possibility of a dryer fire harming your home and family, is with a thorough dryer inspection by the professionals at Air Duct Cleaning Specialists, Inc.

The key to effective dryer performance is optimal airflow. A properly installed all-metal dryer vent will help ensure this airflow. Skilled technicians from Air Duct Cleaning Specialists, Inc. will check to ensure there is proper airflow to the dryer and that the right equipment is in use.

In addition, numerous financial benefits are derived from annual dryer vent cleaning. Removing the lint allows the dryer to operate more efficiently, reducing energy costs significantly, and drying times are decreased which allows your dryer to last longer as it’s not operating at the higher temperatures that are caused by the lint build-up.
The charge for this service is surprisingly reasonable, and it pays for itself in lower service and utility costs.