Cleaning a facility's HVAC System alone cannot prevent allergies and asthmatic flare-ups, but HVAC Systems can trigger these health conditions and HVAC Systems Cleaning by a qualified contractor can remove allergens like mold and dust from the HVAC System providing improved air to the building occupants.
The EPA states clean ductwork is part of the "Standard of Care" for maintaining acceptable indoor air quality. Increasingly facilities are having their HVAC Systems cleaned due to concerns over occupant health, comfort, and safety. Additionally, more facilities are seeking this service due to the media's heightened coverage of indoor air quality problems which has led to an influx of lawsuits, and in turn increased liability for facility owners.
There are numerous other reasons to have a building's HVAC System cleaned. For example, Manufacturing Plants have HVAC Systems cleaned to alleviate excess dust from the air that could compromise product quality. Manufacturing plants also have their systems cleaned due to the fire hazard that a dirty HVAC System provides, this is particularly true in large manufacturing exhaust ductwork. Cost savings for all commercial property managers is also one of the top reasons that HVAC Systems Cleaning is on the rise. A clean HVAC System not only is more energy efficient, but increases the life of the equipment.
In order to reap the benefits of a clean HVAC System it is paramount that a qualified cleaning contractor is chosen. Hughes Environmental is such a contractor. By only performing work in commercial facilities our project managers and technicians are specifically trained to work on large commercial HVAC Systems. Hughes Environmental is a member of the National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA). In order to become a NADCA member, a company must meet the organizations guidelines. One of which is having a NADCA certified "Air System Cleaning Specialist" (ASCS) on staff, who have taken and passed the NADCA Certification Exam. Passing the exam demonstrates extensive knowledge of HVAC System cleaning methodology, occupant safety, and system design. ASCSs are also required to obtain continuing education credits to maintain certification - therefore, keeping the company on the cutting edge of industry standards. Hughes Environmental has multiple NADCA certified “Air System Cleaning Specialist”
