5 Important Services from AdvantaClean Environmental of Cary/Apex Offers for Commercial Buildings

Proper maintenance of buildings for commercial, office, or institutional use in the Triangle requires a variety of specialized cleaning and other related services. Heating and cooling systems must be cleaned; moisture, mold, and odors must be kept under control, and fire hazards must be eliminated. In addition, achieving and maintaining high indoor air quality (IAQ) is essential for buildings that are occupied by workers or residents. Doing so maintains the value of the buildings and protects owners from work disruptions, loss of use, and even legal action.  In North Carolina, heavy rains, tropical storms, and hurricanes like Matthew can cause flooding and water damage. This requires prompt attention, proper equipment, and well-trained people. AdvantaClean of Cary / Apex performs all of these services with the focus on customer service excellence.

AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex offers five important services to help maintain commercial buildings:

• Air duct cleaning: We are certified by the National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) to inspect and clean air ducts in all types of commercial and institutional buildings. This is an important aspect of achieving high IAQ in office buildings, dormitories, and hotels.
• Dryer vent cleaning:  A leading cause of fire in commercial and institutional buildings with laundry facilities and apartment buildings can be minimized by having the dryer vents cleaned on a regular basis. AdvantaClean uses special equipment to free dryers of lint and debris.
• Air conditioner and PTAC cleaning: The coils on commercial air conditioning units and on the packaged terminal air conditioning units (PTAC) typically used in hotels should be cleaned regularly to enhance indoor air quality and maintain peak operating efficiency. AdvantaClean cleans many of these units on a regular basis.
• Mold and odor remediation: AdvantaClean is the leading mold specialist in the Triangle. We are certified by the IICRC for mold remediation, use laboratory testing for mold types, and use special equipment including HEPA vacuums. Our experience and specialized equipment help find and eliminating odors. We’ve seen it all through years of training and experience, and know what to look for to fix a mold or odor problem.
• Water damage restoration: Weather events like Hurricane Matthew and plumbing issues are the leading causes of water damage. These situations happen quickly and without a lot of notice, and both require immediate attention. Fortunately, AdvantaClean is available 24/7 to help reduce damage and loss of business.

AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex is the local Triangle firm to call when it comes to cleaning commercial HVAC air ducts, dryer vents, packaged terminal AC units (PTAC), and air conditioning coils. We are mold and odor remediation specialists as well for commercial, office, and institutional buildings including hospitals, hotels, and dormitories. We are known throughout North Carolina for great customer service, helpful advice, and results that are second to none. Call us today to help maintain a commercial or institutional building.

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5 Preventive Tips for Eliminating Water Supply Line Damage

Many people in the Triangle have been busy over the past summer with graduations, vacations, road trips, outings to the North Carolina beaches and mountains, and enjoying the hot weather. This can mean time away from the home or business; and water-related mishaps can occur in absence. One of the leading causes of water mishaps is the water supply lines that connect various appliances to the main lines in the building. Washing machines, dishwashers, and refrigerator ice makers all use flexible plastic or rubber hoses and those hoses are constantly under water pressure. Problems can result because materials and connectors that wear out or fail. If left undetected, water can leak out for days or even longer, flooding the immediate area and beyond.

AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex offers these five tips for preventing appliance related water damage:

• Take a look at the hoses behind washers, dishwashers, and refrigerators: Don’t just look at them for leaks or cracking, but make sure the connections are tight too. Look nearby for signs of water or mold, as mold may be a sign of a slow leak. Replace the hose if it looks worn or leaky.

• Replace the supply hoses and lines to appliances based on age: Try to determine the age of various supply hoses and periodically replace them. If the age is unknown, consider replacing them. If the age is known, the general rule of thumb is to replace every five years. If the supply line is replaced, record the date on a piece of masking tape and stick it on the piping.

• Check the water shutoff valves: The shutoff valves are usually located where the flexible hose connects to the main plumbing, often behind the appliance. The dishwasher shutoff is usually under the kitchen sink. These valves don’t last forever, and are prone to problems, especially where hard water is commonplace. A plumber can easily replace these, perhaps even as a preventive measure. It is much less expensive than water damage.

• Ensure hoses and supply lines are not bent or kinked: Improper installation is a big issue. Moving the refrigerator or washer against the wall can cause supply hoses to become twisted, wedged into small spaces, or kinked at sharp angles. That can cause water supply hoses to fail before they are old enough to warrant replacement.

• Appliances can leak from the inside: Any appliance that uses water has internal valves and mechanisms that turn the water on and off and some also have internal rubber and plastic hoses with water under pressure. Ultimately, the best prevention for water-related mishaps during an absence from home or business is to turn off the main water supply.

 

 

AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex offers a number or services to help clean up from water damage and the mold that often follows it. We are certified by the IICRC to restore water damage, and are available anytime, any day to respond. AdvantaClean would prefer that water damage be prevented, but if it happens, we know how to take care of the problem correctly and quickly with the right people, equipment, and expertise.

AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex is the number one team of professionals in the Triangle to perform IICRC certified flood damage restoration.  Contact us today in the unfortunate event you experience flood or water damage.

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5 Advantages for Professional Dryer Vent Cleaning in the Triangle

Summer vacations, weddings, graduations, kids in school, and road trips to see friends and family have kept Triangle residents in a busy pattern over the past few months. Chances are the rest of 2016 won’t get any less busy. One important maintenance issue is one of the most forgotten. Dryer vent cleaning is something we might think about now and then; yet we soon push it down our priority list. Most North Carolina home and business owners would consider fire prevention and prolonging the life of expensive appliances to be top priorities, and getting the dryer vent cleaned is a big step in the right direction. However, dryer vent cleaning isn’t as simple as it sounds, so understanding the issues involved and getting expert help makes for both common sense and safety.

AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex offers five important advantages for professional dryer vent cleaning:

• The do-it-yourself approach isn’t usually a good idea: Dryer vents and various components have sharp edges like sheet metal and screws, can get very long, and could have twists and bends. Getting the venting cleaned properly without risk of injury involves using special equipment and training.  Put the urge to DIY away for just a day, and call AdvantaClean to professionally clean both residential and commercial dryer vents.
• Improper installation during new construction can cause long-term problems: Too often, dryer vents are quickly or improperly installed by subcontractors who do 100 or so a week, every week.  It can create sharp angles, bends, lengthy pipe, the wrong material, a bad connection; this will create any number of problems as months go by. The experts at AdvantaClean know how to identify critical design or construction issues and recommend the appropriate fix.
• Dryer lint and airflow detection devices indicate cleaning: If the dryer vent or the dryer appliance lint detection or airflow alarm/indicator sounds or lights up, don’t ignore it. This means immediate action that could cause a fire or appliance failure if not remedied.
• What cannot be seen could be a serious: Lint and microscopic debris can get past the dryer lint screen and into the vent, and accumulates significantly over a period of time to become a fire hazard. If the dryer vent is improperly or quickly designed and constructed, and many are; a problem area could become much larger. This is one more reason to have the dryer vent cleaned by AdvantaClean of Cary/ Apex.
• Put it on the calendar: Other important meetings, events, and maintenance items make it onto the calendar so they will be remembered. Extending the life of an expensive appliance and keeping a building free of fire hazards is just as critical as birthday parties and evening meetings.

AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex offers dryer vent cleaning as one of our specialty services. We know where to look for problems and remedy them, and always have the right equipment on hand to clean dryer vents completely. We are experts at both residential and commercial dryer vents. Contact us today to keep your home or business safe and clean.

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Five Ways to Identify and Eliminate Home and Business Odors

It’s the annual summer vacation season in North Carolina, and it has featured a very warm, humid, tropical, and rainy weather pattern across the Triangle in 2016. Some Triangle residents who headed out of town for a week or two came back to unpleasant issues when they returned from a great vacation. Walking in the door and noticing a musty or stinky smell. With all the moisture present in the air and falling from the sky in the form of heavy rains, unfortunate situations can arise for mold, sewage, and other moisture-enabled problems. When emergencies happen, something must be done quickly to find the source of the problem and eliminate it. Moisture is usually the main factor in the Triangle summer.

AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex offers five very important ways to effectively identify and eliminate indoor odors:

• The first step to eliminating odors is to find the source: The key factor isn’t just finding where the odor source is located, but what is enabling it to flourish and grow.  Sewage odors can enter a building when plumbing traps, or the deep bends underneath sink drains, become empty with lack of normal use. Most other odors are activated by moisture from a variety of causes.
• Mold is a common source or odors in North Carolina buildings: The essential ingredients for mold growth are present in nearly all buildings, in the building materials and furnishings. The missing ingredient is almost always moisture. Add enough moisture from the air, roof leaks, and plumbing leaks; and mold can multiply and spread, bringing a musty smell that lingers.
• Check the HVAC system for unusual smells or moisture intrusion: The HVAC system itself may be the source of odors due to moisture intrusion, malfunction of the drainage system for air conditioning, or just lack of cleaning and maintenance. Also, the air ducts may have accumulated mold, dust, chemical residues, or other matter over a period of time and could be spreading an odor.
• Don’t put off taking care of the problem: Mold growth and odors tend to get worse with time if not effectively eliminated, and tend to spread to other parts of a structure. Some common causes are humidity, plumbing leaks, roofing, siding, window leaks, and lack of ventilation with fresh air from outdoors. Fix these issues without delay or the problem will get worse.
• Seek the services of AdvantaClean of Cary/ Apex if the odor and moisture are not dissipating: We are always available to help home and business owners with odor and mold remediation. AdvantaClean is qualified to do the job.

AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex is the best qualified professionals when it comes to helping home and business owners with odors and anything involving mold. Our certified mold specialists utilize laboratories to properly identify mold problems and recommend the right remediation plan. AdvantaClean of Cary/ Apex is IICRC certified for mold remediation and we use HEPA vacuums to prevent mold spores from spreading. We are also certified by the National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) to perform qualified, expert inspection and cleaning of air ducts should the HVAC system be a source of water and odors.

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5 Ways to Minimize Smoke and Ash from a Fire

Fires happen.  Sometimes a Triangle home or business will experience a quickly contained fire that affects a small portion of the building. However, what remains after a fire can be much worse than the actual fire event, depending upon how much smoke and ash was generated. Smoke can easily travel into every nook and cranny of a structure, including inside walls, furniture, and storage areas. If the residue, which includes ash, is allowed to settle and linger, it causes permanent damage to everything it comes into contact with over a period of time. Getting smoke and ash cleaned up quickly will make a difference in terms of minimizing the damage.  Professional help will be necessary to make this happen.

AdvantaClean of Cay/ Apex offers five important ways to minimize the damage from smoke and ash after a fire:

• Time multiplies the destructive potential of smoke and ash: Acidic areas that contain strong odors can also lead to corrosion, etching, and discoloration of most materials, especially metals and plastics. The damage begins to multiply within hours. Permanent damage is common within a day or two, so cleanup time is critical.
• Smoke and ash must be properly cleaned up: Smoke and ash contain toxic and hazardous materials, including formaldehyde, benzene, acetic acid, formic acid, toluene, oxides of nitrogen, sulfur dioxide, and heavy metals. Many of these substances become highly reactive in the presence of water and common cleaning agents. AdvantaClean can help.
• Electrical wiring may become a dangerous hazard: The insulation on wires can easily burn off in the area affected by the fire, and could place areas at risk. The entire electrical system should be checked out before power is restored. Creating another fire mishap by taking shortcuts could create additional problems.
• Get the HVAC system checked out: Smoke, soot, and ash most likely are in the air ducts, and from there can get into the whole system. It then can get circulate everywhere.  Avoid operating the HVAC system until it’s verified as safe.
• Ventilate the building and dry wet items as soon as possible: Ventilate by opening windows and running fans will be an effective start to the odor elimination process. Keeping moisture to a minimum will also slow down the chemical activity of smoke and ash residue, and will reduce the possibility of mold problems. These are steps going in the right direction before AdvantaClean arrives.

AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex is the principal North Carolina contractor to choose for cleaning up fire and smoke damage. We are also certified and qualified to clean HVAC air ducts. The after effects of a fire must be cleaned up properly and quickly to minimize damage; and we’re available at all times, any day. AdvantaClean Environmental of Cary/Apex is IICRC Certified and provides the right professionals, equipment, expertise, and customer service to get the job done right. Call us right away for fire and smoke damage cleanup.

AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex is the number one team of professionals in the Triangle to perform IICRC certified fire and smoke damage restoration.  Contact us today in the unfortunate event a fire affects a home or business.

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5 Tips Every Triangle Home or Business Owner Should Know About Insurance

Late summer and early fall in North Carolina are the peak months for the Atlantic Hurricane Season, which officially runs from June 1 to November 30. According to the National Weather Service, the second week of September has historically been the busiest part of the season, and North Carolina is on the “most likely” track for tropical storms in September and October. While the Triangle is about 130 miles from the Atlantic coast, we are still vulnerable to damaging wind, rain, and lightning from a major hurricane. With this in mind, it is a good time of year for home and business owners to become aware of the insurance coverages on their property, and to think about how they might cope if disaster hits a home or business.

AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex offers five important tips for home and business insurance:

• Make sure there is coverage for tropical storm events: Property owners should check the policy “declarations” page to verify what is and isn’t covered, and speak with an insurance agent at least once a year review coverages. While storm surges from hurricanes are typically not an issue in the Triangle; high winds, heavy rain, flooding, and falling trees certainly are factors.
• Assess and complete a contents inventory: The insured party (property owner) is ultimately responsible for proving losses. Detailed documentation is always the best approach, and could involve a written account, spreadsheets, photos and videos, or a combination of these. Don’t do it from memory after a disaster, or the insurance settlement will be compromised.
• Beware that claims adjusters can sometimes be inexperienced: While the property may be adequately insured in terms of the policy, the claim payments are coming from people involved in the process. Claims adjusters represent the insurance company, not the property owner, so it may be a consideration for the property owner to retain an independent claims adjuster.
• Pay attention to anything that indicates “release of liability” or “full settlement”: The insurance company may at times during the process provide payments or documents for the property owner to sign or acknowledge. Cashing checks or signing papers can sometimes constitute agreement with a partial settlement or accepting less than what is owed. Read all documents and settlement checks very carefully, or retain a professional who can provide expert advice on such matters.
• Investigate and evaluate remediation contractors before they are needed: As with any business, the possibility of receiving unsatisfactory work is ever present. Don’t just wait for the insurance company to recommend a contractor after the fact. Look for a certified contractor with a good reputation for customer service and experience with insurance adjusters.

AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex specializes in restoration from water damage, storm damage, and ensuing mold problems. We are certified by National organizations such as IICRC for all of these, and deliver outstanding customer service. We also know how insurance adjusters work, and can make the restoration process work as good as possible for our customers.

AdvantaClean of Cary and Apex  is the number one team of professionals in the Triangle to perform IICRC certified water damage restoration and mold remediation.  Contact us today in the unfortunate event a disaster affects a home or business.

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5 Reasons to Call AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex for Storm Damage Cleanup

Heat indexes over 100 on a regular basis. Humidity is in the discomfort range. Welcome to summer in Raleigh, Cary, Apex, and beyond. 2016 is turning into one of the hottest, most humid summers in North Carolina history. The heat brings almost a daily deluge of water from hot weather related thunderstorms. Virtually every late afternoon and evening the action and the light show begin. These July and August storms can bring heavy rain and lightning; neither of which are friends to Triangle home and business owners. As some Apex and Cary area home and building owners recently found out, flooding can come quickly when torrential downpours deliver three to five inches of rain within a short period of time.

In these recent storms, homes were also struck by lightning. Unfortunately, when these accidents happen, the water or fire damage has to be quickly cleaned up. Time is of the essence. Mold can grow and spread. Harmful microbes can remain if sewage is involved. And smoke residue can often cause permanent damage if not addressed.

AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex offers five important reasons to use our services:

• AdvantaClean is ready to respond at any time: Our team of experts is available whenever disaster strikes to help minimize storm or smoke damage. Call us anytime at 919-434-7249.
• We are experienced at mold and sewage cleanup: In the worst cases, floodwaters can cause sewage to come into a building. Also, elevated moisture levels after flooding can cause mold to quickly grow and spread. AdvantaClean uses the best techniques available to clean up these problems and prevent further damage and down time.
• AdvantaClean is IICRC Certified: AdvantaClean of Cary/ Apex brings in the best trained people to remediate water or fire damage and deal with any subsequent mold issues. As an IICRC certified contractor, we follow high standards of professionalism and client care, and use the latest well-researched and tested techniques. This expertise and care gets our customers back to normal.
• We help home and building owners prevent future problems: Flooding often causes water to seep into the walls, flooring, and wood framing of a building. Some of these areas are not normally visible, and may contain moisture long after damage is cleaned up, leading to mold growth. We look everywhere for lingering moisture in order to prevent future mold problems.
• AdvantaClean works with a wide variety of insurance adjusters: The people who represent insurance companies in the claims process follow certain practices and procedures. AdvantaClean is familiar with this part of the cleanup and remediation process, and works with insurance adjusters to make everything go smoothly for our customers.

AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex is trained and certified by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification (IICRC) in water and fire damage restoration. We are also similarly certified at mold detection and remediation, and work hard to make sure summer storm damage doesn’t turn into a mold problem. Finally, AdvantaClean is experienced with the insurance claims process, which should eliminate a few more headaches when it comes to recovery from storm damage.

AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex is the number one team of professionals in the Triangle to perform IICRC certified flood damage restoration.  Contact us today in the unfortunate event you experience flood or water damage.

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5 Important Tips for Efficient Air Conditioning

July is usually the hottest month of the year in the Triangle, and that means air conditioning systems in homes and businesses are working extra hard to keep the indoors cool. It’s important from both a reliability and cost perspective to keep a building’s HVAC system operating at the peak efficiency. Since roughly 10 percent of all household energy use in North Carolina is air conditioning, it makes sense to keep HVAC systems running as smoothly as possible. There are a few simple tips home and business owners can do, in addition to having HVAC systems checked out by a trained and qualified technician once a year. AdvantaClean of Cary / Apex also offers a few services to help maintain HVAC system efficiency.

AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex offers five important tips for efficient air conditioning system operation:

• Replace the filters: Every HVAC system has filters that remove dust, debris, and small particles from the air flowing through the system. Over time, the filters become full of dust and particles, and air flow through them becomes restricted, making the HVAC system work harder. Changing filters at the proper interval, which varies by type of filter, prevents this from happening.
• Keep the air ducts clean: Large volumes air move through an HVAC system, whether heating or cooling is underway. While every system has a filter to trap dust and particles, a significant amount still accumulates in the air ducts. AdvantaClean is certified by the National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) to clean HVAC air ducts to maintain HVAC operating efficiency.
• Minimize internal sources of heat: Certain activities such as running the clothes dryer or turning the oven on can generate large amounts of heat, causing the air conditioning system to work harder; this is very important during hours of peak outdoor heat. Limiting these activities to morning and evening hours will reduce the peak cooling load on the AC system, reducing energy use.
• Keep the air conditioner evaporator coils clean: These coils are located in the air handler or blower unit, typically located in the attic. They cool the air and can also accumulate dust and debris over time, reducing their efficiency. AdvantaClean performs expert cleaning of residential and commercial air conditioning coils to maximize cooling system efficiency.
• Keep the condenser unit clear from obstructions: This is the outdoor unit that takes heat out of the air conditioning system, or removes heat from the home. It won’t function properly if obstructed by trees, shrubs, or anything else on the sides and top. Remove any obstructions so air can flow freely around the condenser.
  

AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex is a local Triangle company offering an array of services to help home and business owners maintain HVAC efficiency, maintain and improve indoor air quality, and recover from disasters. Along with regular inspection and maintenance from a qualified HVAC technician, our air duct cleaning and air conditioner coil cleaning services contribute to keeping people cool and healthy at home or work.

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4 Important Reasons to Call AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex for Fire and Smoke Damage

Washer and dryer pulled from the site of a house fire

July in the Triangle can be an active one for a home or business owner. It starts with the 4^th of July, which, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), is the biggest day for fires. On this holiday, almost one-half of all fires are caused by fireworks; it’s a surprising statistic. Another fire hazard that peaks in July, especially in North Carolina is lightning. The NFPA reports that lightning-related fires during the peak months of June, July, and August are most common in the late afternoon and evening.  Barbecuing and grilling are another significant cause of home fires in the United States. If accidental fire does affect a home or business, a quick and expert response is necessary to minimize further damage and recover from the disaster.

Here are four very important reasons to call AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex for fire and smoke damage recovery:

• AdvantaClean is both qualified and knowledgeable: Our team is certified by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification (IICRC), the widely-recognized national authority on cleaning and restoration, to clean up fire and smoke damage. We use the latest techniques and follow the very highest standards of customer care.
• AdvantaClean is always available, even on holidays: The AdvantaClean professionals are always trained and ready whenever problems happen, including holiday weekends. The soot, ash, and smoke residues from a fire start discoloring and etching various materials immediately in most cases. Water and moisture from fighting the fire can cause mold to grow and spread within 48 hours. We get right to work on those issues so they don’t become huge problems later.
• AdvantaClean knows how insurance claims adjusters work: We are very familiar with industry  processes and practices, and we will work with them to make the disaster recovery process go as trouble-free as possible for our customers. We also work for our customers to ensure that they are getting the best advice and the best remediation work for the return to normalcy. .
• AdvantaClean is an expert at eliminating mold: Too often, less experienced or less qualified restoration contractors overlook the potential for mold problems during and after cleaning up the aftermath of a fire. The water used to extinguish a fire can get into walls and crevices; this   can lead to mold growth that stays around long after the cleanup. We know where to look and what to do so future mold problems are not a lingering consequence of fire. Our experience saves time and money.
  

AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex is the best Triangle restoration contractor to choose for cleaning up fire and smoke damage, and also the water damage that often comes after a fire. Smoke residue, odors, and moisture are issues requiring immediate attention, as they get worse and become permanent with time. We know exactly what to do in terms of recovering from a fire, and we offer great customer service too.

AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex is the number one team in the Triangle to perform IICRC certified fire and water damage restoration.  Contact us today in the unfortunate event you experience a fire in a home or business.

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5 Tips for Improving Summer Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) from AdvantaClean of Cary/ Apex

Summer in the Triangle means almost constant use of air conditioning systems in homes and businesses. Some components within these units can become a possible source for mold and bacteria; each is easily spread when blown into and recirculated through air ducts. To maintain healthy indoor air quality (IAQ) in the Triangle, it’s important that the HVAC system and components be inspected and cleaned about once a year. Any unusual odor, like mustiness, when the air conditioning is running, could be good indicator that something normal. Often it can be the air conditioning cooling (evaporator) coil. In addition, moisture and mold from other sources, such as a plumbing leak; may be getting into the HVAC system. These situations can occur during a hot North Carolina summer, especially in modern tightly-sealed buildings. AdvantaClean of Cary / Apex offers a range of important services to help home and business owners improve and maintain IAQ.

AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex offers five important tips for improving summer indoor air quality:

• Have an annual air conditioner coil cleaning: During normal A/C operation, water condenses from warm air blown over the cool coils in the air handler unit, and is drained to the outdoors. Because moisture is present, mold can develop, especially if the system isn’t draining properly or dust has accumulated. Getting the coils cleaned increases air conditioning efficiency and improves IAQ.
• Test for mold if odors or allergy symptoms persist: Mold may not be visible anywhere in the building, but could be growing in unseen areas or even within the HVAC system. Mold testing and laboratory analysis of collected samples can verify the presence or absence of mold. AdvantaClean is IICRC Certified to perform the testing and remove mold.
• HEPA vacuum cleaners remove fine particles: Conventional vacuum cleaners, especially the common bag design, tend to blow fine particles such as dust mites, pet dander, mold, and their allergens back into the air. HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) vacuum cleaners incorporate the use of filters to eliminate this problem, and their use can thus significantly improve IAQ.
• Common materials and activities can be problematic: Many common floor coverings and furnishings can affect IAQ. These often contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and other chemicals, especially when new, and ventilation with outdoor air is necessary. The same applies with many household cleaners, candles, air fresheners, and cooking.
• Keep HVAC air ducts clean: The large volumes of indoor air that move through an HVAC system every day contain dust, microbes, and chemicals. Using good HVAC filters and changing at recommended intervals can help, but ultimately the ducts may still need cleaning. AdvantaClean is certified by the National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) to perform this work.
  

AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex is the local Triangle firm to call for improving and maintaining indoor air quality in homes and businesses. We are the go-to solution for air duct cleaning, mold testing and remediation, and air conditioner coil cleaning. We offer great customer service and 24/7 availability.

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