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Dirty Air Duct Systems Are A Major Source Of Indoor Air Pollution

Important Facts About Indoor Air Quality And Your Family's Health

Dust Is Dangerous!!!!

ASSOCIATED INDUSTRY LINKS

Dirty Air Duct Systems Are A Major Source Of Indoor Air Pollution

Dust, dirt pollen, animal dander and other airborne contaminants are pulled into your duct system every time your furnace or air conditioner is turn on. These contaminants build up inside the ductwork over time and turn your duct system into an ideal breeding ground for mold spores, bacteria, fungus, mildew and other microbes.

Family members who suffer from allergies, asthma or other respiratory ailments as well as children and the elderly are especially vulnerable to the effects of indoor air pollutants.

The removal of these contaminants from the entire HVAC system is recognized by industry experts as the most effective way to eliminate pollutants. This is referred to as the "source removal" method of duct cleaning.

In addition to the obvious health benefits, duct cleaning can help you maintain a cleaner home. It also helps restore your HVAC system's capacity and lessens running time, resulting in lower heating and cooling bills.

Important Facts About Indoor Air Quality And Your Family's Health

The quality of the air we breathe indoors has become an increasingly important environmental concern. Below are listed just a few of the facts that have been determined by recognized authorities in the field of health and air quality:

Most people spend 60% to 90% of their time indoors. (American Lung Association)
50% of all illnesses are either caused by, or aggravated by, polluted indoor air. (American College of Allergists)
The levels of some hazardous pollutants in indoor air has been found to be up to 70 times greater than in outdoor air. (USEPA)
Studies have shown that 2 out of 3 indoor air quality problems involve the HVAC system.
More than 50 million Americans suffer from allergies.
1 out of 6 people who suffer from allergies do so because the direct relationship to fungi and bacteria in air duct systems. (Total Health and Better Health Magazines)
10-12 million Americans suffer from Asthma. (American College of Allergists)
Children and the elderly are especially affected by polluted indoor air. (Department of Consumer Affairs)
Most commercially available fiberglass furnace filters are less than 7% efficient. (ASHRAE)

Dust Is Dangerous!!!!

Dust is everywhere. It accumulates on the walls and ceilings, on your bedding, furnishings, window treatments, in your heating and cooling system, but typically most of all it collects on horizontal surfaces such as floors, and carpets. Dust is dangerous! It is a scientific fact that dust causes and aggravates many illnesses:

Asthmatics make one million hospital visits per year - 1/2 million hospital visits are attributed to dust mites, legionella, etc.
"The average person's respiratory system has to eliminate, every day, over two heaping tablespoons of particulate matter..." Respiratory Care, March/April, 1973
"The average six room house or dwelling collects 40 pounds of dust each year." Discover Magazine
"Many viruses and bacteria use dust particles as rafts to ride the air." Science Illustrated

ASSOCIATED INDUSTRY LINKS

ASCR (Association of Specialists in Cleaning and Restoration):
URL: http://www.ascr.org

NADCA (National Air Duct Cleaners Association)
URL: http://www.nadca.com

IAQA (Indoor Air Quality Association)
URL: http://www.iaqa.org

IICRC (The IICRC is a nonprofit certifying body for the inspection, cleaning and restoration industry.)
URL: http://www.iicrc.org