It’s usual for homeowners and business owners to forget about their air duct systems and HVACs.  Leading the industry for the past 30 years, we’ve found the only time people call is when a problem occurs with their vents, air quality, or ducts — typically it’s mold, mildew, or pollution that builds up over a long period of time.  Luckily, homeowners and businesses can rely on IAC – Indoor Air Care Professionals to clean their ducts, vents, and keep their systems maintained for the long-term.

Benefits of Air Duct Cleaning and HVAC Cleaning Services

Most homeowners  know they need to maintain their air ducts and change their filters on a regular basis, especially with Long Island’s humid weather.  For changing filters and cleaning ducts, it’s important to call a professional air duct cleaning company like IAC.  Here are the biggest benefits of an indoor air care company:

• Saves you money in the long run:  When the coils and air ducts are cleaned, the system will be able to work more efficiently and will end up saving a lot of money on a month-to-month basis.

• Improves quality of your home or office: Clean air ducts and HVAC systems are an easy way to ensure health is improved and protected, and the overall productivity is high.

• Regular Cleaning:  Having a system cleaned on a regular basis will help keep the AC and HVAC unit in good quality for as long as possible.

• Decrease the chances of allergy symptoms. When the air ducts are cleaned, dust and other allergens won’t be released throughout the home or office.

• When air ducts aren’t clean, odors can begin to develop in the home.  Fix this problem now!

• Another benefit of HVAC cleaning is reduced repairs. When a system is properly cleaned and maintained, it is less likely to break down and lead to major expenses.

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Chances are the air ducts and HVAC system inside your home or office will not be on to help control the moisture from Long Island weather. This is a dream for mildew and mold. There is no humidity control’ which means, it is time to move in.  Homes, Offices, Schools, and Commercial Buildings can become a breathing ground for mold over the summer break as no one is there to monitor the vents or occupy the building. These high levels of moisture are the cause of high levels of humidity, water damage, and condensation. As required, the HVAC system will bring change the air and bring in the fresh air. Without this system running, the moist air will sneak in causing an even more of a hazardous environment.  When you have humidity level that is hitting above 70%, it brings in a threat to the structure.  This is in part because of the moist conditions that are sustaining the formation of mold. This is common when there is a high level of humility when the systems shut down.

Mold and Mildew in School’s Air Ducts & HVACs

When school is in session, there are many projects that cannot be done due to classes. Once the maintenance and custodial crews start cleaning and repairing the build it becomes even moister. Mainly because they do not think of leaving the HVAC system on throughout the summer. Now, these projects are allowing for the mold and bacteria to spread. As carpets are deep cleaned and the floors are stripped and waxed, more moisture is created. This is introducing Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) to the air inside the building.  Custodians are aware of the moisture that cleaning may cause and will open the windows to help with the air flow. What they do not realize is by opening the window, if it is hot or humid outside, it will cause more moisture in the air. Keep in mind, after all the cleaning, the windows  are closed, and the building is locked up for the night. This causes the humidity and VOCs to explore the building with no way out.

What is the Solution?

Controlling humidity is very important. Although, for a school, the cost of running the HVAC system throughout the summer with no one inside can be very costly. The next best thing to help cut down the cost and control the humidity is a dehumidification system that will help remove most of the humidity and get rid of the moisture.  The best thing for a school is to work with a humidity control company. They bring in rental units that are portable. The units are set close to the mechanical room of the school. Then ductwork that is portable and temporary will be either overhead or along the ground. This is to establish a portable system that will do the job during the offseason. This system will allow for the rooms of the school or building to be filled with air that is dry.

Storms and Flooding! We need to Prepare

Everyone must worry about storms and possible flooding. This can cause a lot of moisture.  This moisture can come from weather that causes flooding to building equipment and pipes leaking. That means the action is quickly needed to fix the issues that arise for you to continue to preserve the air quality.  Keep in mind, the longer the water is flowing, or the conditions remain wet, the harder it is to fix the issue and maintain mold control. The best way is through large dehumidifiers. A large unit can pull up to 800 gallons of water a day while the smaller refrigeration units only pull up to about 5 gallons in a day. Mold and mildew are a serious issue for schools during the summer breaks. Have a plan and ensure it is executed as summer begins and the HVAC systems are shut down.

These are important months to ensure your air ducts and HVAC systems are clean from mold and poor air quality!  Call IAC – Indoor Air Care Professionals today for high quality air duct cleaning services.

REFERENCE:
SIMKINS D. (27 APRIL 2011). PREVENTING MOISTURE IN SCHOOLS DURING SUMMER. RETRIEVED FROM
THE RESTORATION & REMEDIATION WEBSITE: https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/85325-
preventing-moisture-in-schools-during-summer

Look out, there is danger lurking in the ducts and you may not even know it!  Poor air quality, mold, and mildew is serious for commercial and residential buildings.  It affects your home, business, clients, employees, and yourself. Health, productivity, and expenses are all affected by harmful HVAC and air duct systems. Mold remediation is covered by several institutions and professionals who are subject matters in everything mold.  I am not an expert, but I do have experience in mold and know the importance of keeping your HVAC Ducts clean and free of mold.

An HVAC system is designed to get rid of the dirt that is harmful and replace it with good clean air.  It does not matter if it is cool or hot air, it is important that everyone is getting clean air. Would you want to live and work in a building that always smells like mold, damp, miserable?  This is what you will feel if the ducts are not clean. Based on what the room or building is used for, most building codes state that they are in the rooms are cleaned from the old air and exchanged with the good air about five to 15 times every hour.  When your HVAC system is clean, the air inside is improved every time it is exchanged for new air. The air quality indoors is reduced with each exchange when the HVAC system is not cleaned properly and has mold, allergens, soot, mildew, or any other contaminants.

Through a proper cleaning of the HVAC air ducts, it will reduce the issues of the majority of contaminants in the HVAC system.  Sometimes, it may remove the chances of any recontaminations completely. Many times, when a building is being cleaned of contaminants, it is overlooked that the HVAC system is still running.  That means, as the air is being exchanged, all those contaminants or being moved around by the moving air. Which means, it is not cleaned from the contaminants. Instead, they are relocated through the ducts.  IAC Pros ensures the building’s HVAC systems and air ducts are completely clean of the harmful air and mold before leaving, which is why for over 30 years the Tri-State and Long Island’s commercial building owners and residential owners have trusted them for their air care.  

Four Signs Your HVAC and Air Ducts Have Mold

1. Dust, Dirt, and Debris is around your vents
2. Your employees or family members are having worsened allergy, sinus, asthma, or other respiratory problems
3. Increase in your energy bill
4. Mold Growth

IAC accomplishes removing poor air quality and mold from the HVAC air ducts through compressed air whips or skippers, rotating duct brushes, vacuums, and various other technologies.  Learn more about their professional service by contacting them today.

Reference: Meyer J.  (7 March 2019).  Mold Remediation: Dangers in the Ducts.   Retrieved from the Restoration & Remediation website: https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/88392-mold-remediation-dont-forget-the-ducts

Business owners and homeowners need to understand how important it is to clean their HVAC and air ducts.  Since 1989 IAC Pros has educated the local Long Island and Tri-State area on how hvac and air duct cleaning can eliminate harmful air pollutants and prevent serious health issues.

Here are four common questions we’re asked by commercial building owners and homeowners in need of quality air care services:

1. Why should we clean our HVAC and air ducts?

Cleaning commercial HVACs and residential air ducts is critical for businesses and homes to run efficiently and provide a comfortable, healthy environment.  IAC offers inspection and testing to find all the areas of poor air, mold, mildew, and pollution.

2. How often should we clean our HVAC and air ducts?

We advise our customers to regularly check and maintain their air quality to keep a healthy environment. We visit our clients annually and provide them with a free inspections.

3. Why should you choose IAC – Indoor Air Care Professionals?

We have over thirty years of experience in the HVAC and air duct cleaning industry.  We’re Long Island, the Hamptons, Manhattan, and the Tri-State favorite air cleaning service business for over 30 years.

4. What services does IAC provide?

We provide the following services: HVAC Cleaning, Residential Air Duct Cleaning, HVAC Mold Removal, Commercial & Residential Mold Testing, HVAC & Air Duct Odor Removal/Control, and more!

If you have any more questions about HVAC and air duct systems, get in touch with the professionals at IAC – Indoor Air Care Professionals.  Our team is certified and license, and ready 24-7 to fix your poor air problem!

HVAC systems and air ducts can break down and cause problems quicker than you may realize. The summer weather in New York – especially Long Island and the Hampton – makes it ever more important to check the air ducts in any commercial building and home.  This sort of inspection, certifying, and cleaning work can only be done by a professional air duct cleaning business.

If you’re looking for a qualified HVAC and duct cleaning company, IAC – Indoor Air Care Professionals is the highest rated in the local area.  For over 30 years IAC has led the industry.  Alongside its subsidiary Moldbusters, the air is clean from mold and poor quality.

At IAC – Indoor Air Care Professionals, we are confident about the services we provide and will not shy away from giving you references. If you’re looking for a qualified HVAC and air duct cleaning technician, here are a few reasons why we are the best at what we do.

Easy & Competitive Pricing.
Our range of air duct cleaning and HVAC cleaning services are priced to fit the needs for any business owner, developer, agent, and homeowner.

Over 30 years experience since 1989.
We have over thirty years air duct cleaning experience on Long Island, the Hamptons, and the Tri-State.

Quality air care, HVAC, and air duct cleaning services.
We provide excellent services with 24-7 support.

High customer satisfaction for Commercial HVAC Cleaning and Residential Air Duct Cleaning.
We aim to make our customers feel safe and secure with cleaner air.

IAC is Long Island’s most qualified air duct cleaning and HVAC cleaning company – servicing Suffolk County, Nassau County, the Hamptons, Manhattan, and the greater Tri-State area, we will beat your expectations and leave your office or home clean of pollution and mold!

Take a look at our offices in Ronkonkoma, Southhampton, Easthampton, Manhattan, and Syosset.

Learn more about the services we offer at IAC – Indoor Air Care Professionals, please click here. If you have any questions about how we can help you, get in touch with us.

When you have a building that has poor humidity control mold and poor air quality becomes an issue for your HVAC and air ducts.  The recommendation from the Us Environmental Protection Agency is for professional remediation if any sign of mold, mildew, odor, or pollution is seen.  Mold in commercial and residential air ducts can produce a musty odor that is very unpleasant and harmful. This is a serious issue as it can cost a lot of money to commercial building owners and homeowners.

The only real solution for a mold infestation is to control the humidity in the building.  It is recommended by ASHRAE to keep the humidity below 60%. If it is not controlled, mold spores will easily grow back.  They are nearly impossible to eliminate. Mold is very resilient.

Knowing that mold is almost impossible to get rid of and creates a lot of damage to the building, your health and productivity, it needs urgent attention when it affects the HVAC installation.  In most environments, it can spread like wildfire when it is left with no attention. IAC Professionals has protected the Tri-State and Long Island businesses and homes from these harmful conditions inside their air ducts for over 30 years.

What is the importance of a good HVAC inspection and air care maintenance company?

When mold starts to attack the components of the HVAC such as the air handlers and duct work, it becomes very challenging to fix the infestation.  The first question you should be asking, “Is there a mold infestation in my air ducts and vents?” This seems like an easy question to answer. Although, it is not as the accumulation of dirt can seem like a mold infestation at times.  That means the first step that must be taken is to ensure there is a mold issue through a mold test and an adequate inspection. IAC visits your building or home, inspects every inch of the air ducts to create an effective strategy to clean the air.  

Once there has been a determination a mold issue exists, it is time to make some decisions.  What components that are affected can be cleaned? What components will need to be replaced and discarded?  IAC offers business owners and homeowners each solution needed to fix the poor air quality.  

For example, IAC took on a recent job in the Hampton’s on Eastern Long Island.  The fiberglass of the building’s duct work was infected by mold and needed to be replaced asap.  IAC took the call, inspected the system and removed the moldy poor air from the entire building. On the other hand, the non-porous components and metallic ducts were not affected as much, IAC simply cleaned these parts to keep it protected.  

IAC Pros is Tri-State and Long Island’s trusted air care provider for HVAC and air duct systems

There will always be an issue with poor air quality, mold and mildew, especially throughout Long Island where humidity is high.  Poor air quality and mold spores can easily spread in the air. With IAC’s professional care, commercial building owners and homeowners can receive service that adheres to the highest standard in the area.  With innovative and effective processes, our trained and certified professionals will do everything it takes to clean and protect the air you breathe.  

 

Reference:

Tobias M.  (19 March 2019).  Mold Prevention and Remediation in HVAC Systems.   Retrieved from the Restoration & Remediation website: https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/88386-mold-prevention-and-remediation-in-hvac-systems

We put together two reasons why all Tri-State and Long Island commercial building owners and residential owners should get their air ducts clean and HVAC system clear from poor air quality, mold, and harmful bacteria.

1. More Efficient HVAC and Air Duct Systems

Air duct cleaning is important is because it makes your HVAC systems more efficient and optimal. The HVAC and air ducts run faster, saving the amount of energy and added expenses. When these systems run more efficient, it improves the productivity at work, overall health of your family, friends, and employees, and saves you more money on a monthly basis.

2. More Durability and Better Maintenance 

Regularly cleaning the air duct is crucial for the durability and performance. The better the HVAC system and air ducts are maintained, the longer and better they will run.  Not only does better durability mean longer lasting, but also better performance and more savings.

IAC Indoor Air Care Professionals has protected the air for over 30 years. Contact Us To Get Your Air Ducts Clean!

Commercial Building Owners 

Residential Homeowners

In May 2019, Indoor Air Care Professionals (IAC) moved its headquarters location to Ronkonkoma, NY.  The move is made after leading Long Island and the New York Tri-State area with professional air care services for over 30 years.  IAC’s new building allows the team to improve their HVAC cleaning, Air Duct Cleaning, and Air Quality Care for commercial building owners and homeowners in the area.

IAC attended a Long Island trade show in Spring 2019 to showcase its brand to the local community.  Owner Rob Sindone met with business owners and homeowners throughout the day to discuss the consequences of poor air quality and the steps required to clean their HVAC system, air ducts, homes, and offices.

 

This was a great event to showcase our brand to business owners and homeowners on Long Island and the Tri-State area.

“We go to work every day and see close to 10 to 15 clients throughout the day.  How many customers are affected by the air inside my office building?”  One business owner from Holbrook, NY. The simple answer IAC Professionals gave: “All of them.  If you have mold in your HVAC system, it is passed around through the air. All your customers are affected.”

As a restorer, it is important to understand your customers.  IAC Pros focuses on educating their customers and address all their needs during each visit.  This helps them better understand and care for the sensitizing of mold themselves.

Scientific Data vs Anecdotal

For a decade, people have used mold illness as an excuse to sue companies for making them sick.  Throughout the early stages of these lawsuits, the courts would usually lean towards the defendants.  They would claim there is not enough evidence that proves mold will make someone sick. Even with the courts ruling the lack of evidence, all the anecdotal data that was kept from thousands of contractors who have worked with occupants of water-damage in the building have documented all the challenges that a person’s health will face.

During the 1980s, there was a huge issue with people getting sick and the World Health Organization named it as the “Sick Building Syndrome.”  A survivor and mold expert, Erik Johnson named the cause for the “Sick Building Syndrome” in the 1990s. He stated that is could be caused by the toxins produced by mold.

In 2016, the medical community started to acknowledge how water-damaged buildings have an impact on your health.  This acknowledgment did not come about until after a release of a documentary which featured people who have been having physical and mental health issues after they moved into a house full of mold.  This even included several professionals. Back in November of 2015, the CEO of Wonder Makers Environmental, Michael Pinto, addressed around 13 trends of the future in the Restoration industry.

Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS)

Dr. Ritchie Shoemaker explained CIRS as, “An acute and chronic, systemic inflammatory response syndrome acquired following exposure to the interior environment of a water-damaged building with resident toxigenic organisms, including, but not limited to fungi, bacteria, beta glucans, hemolysins, proteinases, mannans, c-type lectins and possibly spirocyclic drimanes, plus volatile organic compounds.”

There was a physician who recorded health symptoms of over 227 patients living with water-damage in their home or building.  This was over a period of three-years.

The question is CIRS something that is life-threating? Your customers are exposed to mold illness it starts to attack the immune system and weakens it making it hard to fight illness and disease.  It might be life-threating or only cause chronic sinusitis or asthma.

IAC Professionals: The leading air care provider in the Tri-State and Long Island Area

It is important for every business/organization to provide a safe environment for their workers, as well as save money in the process. Cleaning commercial HVAC systems helps just with that: provides clean and safe air for the inhabitants and offers energy savings based on more efficient system operation, not to mention an increase life span for the equipment.

Read our upcoming 10 step guide for quality air care to commercial buildings and businesses.

Reference:

Gupta S.  (7 September 2016).  Is Mold Illness Affecting Your Customers?   Retrieved from the Restoration & Remediation website: https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/87052-is-mold-illness-affecting-your-customers