Air Duct Cleaning
As the build-up of dirt accumulates over time, the furnace/air handler will work harder to maintain the temperature in the house. That can cause a high risk of damages and a fire hazard in the system. Once the air ducts are cleared of dirt, all of those risks will be removed, and the furnace/air handler will run smoothly again.
When the system is left dirty, dust, mold, and bacteria will eventually filter into the air that you breathe in your home. Cleaning the air ducts ensures the circulation of good quality, fresh air throughout the house and eliminates the the the development of potential health issues such as allergies, coughs, headaches or asthma.
The furnace/air handler uses a lot more energy to heat and cool the house when it is left dirty but, after a thorough cleaning, cost of utility bills such as electricity and gas are likely to decrease, and the system efficiency will return to normal.
Gutter Cleaning
First and foremost, cleaning the rain gutters prevents roof leaks and flooding. When rain gutters are left clogged with leaves and debris, the water is unable to drain correctly and could cause significant damages in your home. If too much water is retained, there is a risk of water seepage into the house foundations forming gaping cracks or leaks in the basement which are expensive to fix. Rain Gutter cleaning prevents such leaks from starting.
Dirty gutters can encourage the presence of unwanted animal and insect nests which could then potentially enter your home. Eliminating the dirt eliminates any potential animal habitat and keeps the guttering well maintained.
Wooden Fascia Boards which cover the roof rafters are also at risk of damage when exposed to the elements or if the rain gutter should overflow as they can rot over time. Such damages can be avoided by maintaining the cleanliness of the gutter.
