As a homeowner, regular house maintenance can be tough to stay on top of. Many routine household tasks are often pushed back a few months or a year especially if they require physical effort. One crucial task that should never be pushed back or ignored by homeowners is dryer vent cleaning. Left untouched, a clogged dryer vent can become very dangerous. Find out from the experts at Mr. Duct why dryer vent cleaning should be …
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It is finally Spring here in the Chicagoland area, and we could not be happier. There is no better feeling than being able to open the windows, let the stuffy air out from your home, and let in the fresh spring breeze. The change in weather brings the itch to clean almost everything inside and outside your house. Bathrooms, bedrooms, kitchens, garages, you name it, it is on the spring-cleaning list. One item that might …
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Spring is almost here in the Chicagoland area! The weather is changing, the birds are chirping, and the snow has finally melted. We can officially put away our winter jackets and bust out the shorts and flip-flops. As the weather continues to get warmer and warmer, many of us are ready to flip that thermostat from hot to cold. When the weather starts to get warmer, there is nothing worse than going to turn on …
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When the temperatures in the Chicagoland area start dropping lower and lower, heat becomes the most prized possession for homeowners. When those temperatures start to dip into freezing, your furnace works twice as hard to heat your home, which can lead to possible problems. It’s important to know the common heating issues that occur during these freezing months in order to keep you and your family safe and warm all winter long. In this blog, …
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Now more than ever, improving indoor air quality is essential to the health and safety of all homeowners. With many people working from home during these tough times and staying indoors during the winter months, clean air is key. The experts at Mr. Duct Heating and Air Conditioning have provided you with tips to improve indoor air quality in your home. 1. Maintaining a Clean HomeKeeping a home clean is essential for improving indoor air quality especially when the temperatures drop. Dusting and vacuuming at least once a week can help prevent allergen build-up and reduce mold, dirt, and …
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Are you looking to prolong the life of your furnace and air ducts? While fall is coming to a close in Chicago, it’s time to start preparing for the cold winter months. As the temperature drops and your home tries to heat up, your electricity bill will expectedly raise. BUT you can cut costs by making sure your furnace and air ducts are in working order and properly cleaned. The furnace and air duct experts …
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Many people don't realize that regular dryer vent cleaning should be an essential part of your home maintenance program. Why do I Need to Clean Out My Dryer Vent? Even if you regularly change out your lint filter after every dryer load, lint and debris can still build up in your dryer vent. Not only can this be a fire hazard but it can reduce the efficiency of your dryer and cost you upwards of $300 per …
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With winter behind us, now is a great time to schedule your air duct cleaning service. Do I Need Air Duct Cleaning? Did you know that the average 6-room house collects 40 pounds of dust and allergens in their air ducts every year? Mr. Duct encourages you to schedule your spring air duct cleaning service to remove the dirt, dust, and allergens that circulate throughout your home with summer air conditioning …
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We did it again thanks to all of our amazing customers. We pride ourselves on providing outstanding HVAC service and HVAC repair with our expert HVAC service technicians. Why is the Angie's List Super Service Award so Important to Mr. Duct? More than 6 million households nationwide use Angie's list to find reputable local service providers, including HVAC service providers. Ratings are based on price, response time, quality of work, and professionalism. At Mr. Duct, …
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This is a question that, as a furnace company, we hear all too often. We know many reasons why some rooms are colder than others in your home, and it is not always due to just a low performing furnace. In addition to these reasons, you may need a furnace service, repair, or replacement in order to keep your home properly heated during the brutal Chicago winters. Poor Insulation If it’s not your furnace, poor insulation may …
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