Five Important Dryer Vent Cleaning Suggestions in the Triangle

Most people in the Triangle are focused on routine when it comes to doing laundry and other various  household chores. Modern appliances make it simple and easy, and there are always so many more duties to think about and get done on a daily basis; yet it is important to maintaining home appliances and mechanical systems. It is important to note that even something as simple as vent tubing at the back of the dryer to the outside, is a significant cause of home fires.  This fact is often overlooked as flammable lint and debris accumulate over time. This greatly increases the possibility of clothes not drying properly, and the chance of fire. Businesses across the Triangle have this risk too, especially commercial laundry facilities at hospitals, nursing homes, dormitories, apartment buildings, and other facilities housing large numbers of people. Mid-winter is a great time of year to have the dryer vent cleaned by professionals. Call AdvantaClean Environmental of Cary/Apex to get the job done right. We are the Central North Carolina experts to call for residential and commercial dryer vent cleaning.

Our expert team at AdvantaClean Environmental of Cary/Apex suggests these five important considerations for dryer vent cleaning in the Triangle:

• Be aware of common signals: There are a few factors that signal the dryer vent, or the dryer, isn’t working properly. If laundry is still damp after running a full cycle, if the dryer gets very warm when used normally, or if the lint trap is frequently empty or without much lint, the vent is very likely plugged and a fire hazard could be present.
• The lint trap will not stop all lint: People tend to think that all of the lint running through the system gets caught in the dryer’s lint trap, but the fact is that a lot of fine particles bypass the lint trap and enter the vent tube. Normal operation of the dryer and clearing the lint trap before every load will not completely prevent dryer vent problems, although it certainly slows down the process.
• AdvantaClean is the best solution: Some dryer vents are very long, and make numerous twists and turns along the way. Specialized equipment is the only way to reach some areas, and some parts of the vent system are easily damaged. In addition, there are usually some trouble spots in need of extra attention, and our team knows where to find them.
• There are hazards involved: Most dryer vent systems have sheet metal, screws, and sharp edges that can be dangerous. However, the most significant DIY hazard is probably not getting the job done right, missing the trouble spots, and ending up with the same fire risk as if nothing was done.
• Improperly installed dryer vents are common: This part of a residential or commercial structure is all too often constructed in haste, by unskilled workers, and is not usually visible to the building owner. In many cases, vents are installed or configured without a building permit, and without an inspection. AdvantaClean Environmental of Cary/ Apex can identify and correct this issue.

AdvantaClean Environmental of Cary/Apex is the best team of professionals in the Triangle to clean  dryer vents and HVAC air ducts.  A good rule is to have them both done at the same time. Contact us today to keep every home and building safe.

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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 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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5 Important Business Services AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex Offers to Commercial Owners

Correctly maintaining and managing a commercial, institutional, or hospitality property in the Triangle can increase the productivity of workers and possibly reduce safety hazards. These processes ultimately save money and create positive results in more profitable businesses. Indoor air quality (IAQ) is an important consideration in the health of building occupants. Several factors are involved in improving and maintaining IAQ, such as keeping the HVAC system up-to-date and clean, and addressing any odor and mold issues that may arise. Older buildings may have long-standing problems with odors and mold, or have been impacted by water damage, and these issues should be remedied first in order to improve the property value and the health of people in the building. If the building has laundry facilities and associated dryer vents, getting the vents cleaned periodically can reduce or eliminate potential causes of fires.

AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex is trained and experienced at helping building owners maintain HVAC systems, dryer vents, packaged terminal AC units (PTAC), and air conditioning coils. We also specialize in mold and odor remediation for commercial and institutional buildings. We are well known in North Carolina for excellent customer service, useful advice, and great results.

Here are five important commercial services offered by AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex:

• Commercial air duct cleaning: AdvantaClean is certified by the National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) to inspect and clean air ducts in all types of buildings, residential and commercial. Every commercial HVAC system is different, and we will use the correct individual and customized approach to cleaning.
• Commercial dryer vent cleaning: Dryer vents in hospitals, buildings used for health care purposes, hotels, commercial laundry facilities, and apartment buildings can be complicated and heavily used. AdvantaClean is well-equipped to keep them free of lint and debris, and will advise on how often they need to be cleaned.
• Commercial air conditioner and PTAC cleaning: To operate with peak efficiency and stay in service for as long as possible, the coils on air conditioning units should be cleaned regularly. We know how and when to clean these units for good IAQ and lowest possible energy consumption.
• Commercial water damage restoration: AdvantaClean provides a fast and effective response to water damage from severe weather or plumbing system failures. We understand that getting the job done right is essential when it comes to minimizing down time and lost business.
• Commercial mold and odor removal: AdvantaClean specializes in mold removal, and is certified by the IICRC for mold remediation. That includes laboratory testing and use of special equipment including HEPA vacuums. The same expertise and equipment are useful for eliminating odors. We know how odors develop and linger, what needs to be fixed or changed to reduce or eliminate them.

AdvantaClean of Cary/Apex are the professionals of choice in the Triangle to improve indoor air quality, prevent dryer fire hazards, and clean up water damage and mold in commercial buildings. Contact us today to keep your commercial, industrial, institutional, or hospitality building clean and safe.

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AdvantaClean of Cary and Apex is your environmental specialist in Wake and Johnston Counties. Our team of certified professionals is ready to address all your service needs.

Your air quality and restoration specialists

Call 919 434 7249

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