When you hire a professional to clean your factory, they should make sure to clean the entire building, which can include the air ducts and ventilation systems as well.
Air ducts are the lungs of your commercial building and it is essential to take care of them regularly to ensure the proper circulation of air within your premises.
In this article, the industrial warehouse cleaners at Trexo explain how often you should clean your commercial air ducts and vents.
Why clean your air duct system?
Cleaning your commercial vents is especially important for people who are prone to allergies or have respiratory problems like asthma. Ensuring the maintenance of your vents helps to improve indoor air quality and clean mold and other allergens such as dust.
Even for those who are less sensitive, if mold in the air ducts spreads throughout the building, you could end up with a lot of employees out sick, which would impact the productivity of your plant.
How often should you clean your vents?
Even though the frequency of ventilation duct cleaning is not regulated in Quebec, some industrial cleaning specialists and organizations have determined criteria to take into account on the proper time to perform this maintenance.
Here are the main signs to look for when considering whether to clean the air ducts of your business:
- Significant accumulation of visible dirt and debris
- Presence of moisture and mold
To prevent problems for your employees and your business, it is recommended that you include air exchanger cleaning in a preventive maintenance plan.
If you have your plant’s air filters changed regularly, the frequency of cleaning the inside of your ducts can be anywhere from 2 to 5 years. At the very least, it is recommended that you service the visible parts of your vents once a year.
How does an air exchanger cleaning work ?
The technician who services your air exchanger will check the unit’s controls, including electrical connections and the condition of the propeller. They will also measure noise and vibration levels. If any of the components are not working properly, they will repair them.
The technician will also clean the filter and core and lubricate the motors. They will clean the air filters, check the exhaust lines and clean the air exchange unit if necessary.
The two most common types of equipment used to clean air ducts are friction and pulse nozzles, and HEPA filter vacuums. These methods allow for efficient and quick cleaning.
Cost of air duct and ventilation system cleaning
Companies use different methods to calculate the price of their services: number of rooms, number of air ducts, hourly rate, fixed price, and so on. However, the average price for ventilation cleaning is between $300 and $600.
Call on Trexo for your air duct system cleaning
Cleaning your company’s air ducts is a maintenance task that is particularly beneficial for your business as well as for the people working inside.
To perform air duct cleaning in Montreal or on the South Shore, it is essential to entrust it to a professional. Trexo has years of experience in industrial plant cleaning. In addition to this, we offer equipment repair solutions and industrial painting services.
For more information, contact us today. Our teams will take great pleasure in answering all your questions.