Tech Tip: Whip Replacement

Are your whips not performing like you think they should be? Check their length! It may be time to replace them.

Short whips don’t give adequate whipping action. They mostly just stick straight out. It doesn’t matter whether you are using a 3-whip, 5-whip, or 8-whip. Once the ends wear down, you won’t get the same action.

In larger ducting, you […]

Five Customer Service Processes You Know You Should Do (But Don’t)

If you’re like most business owners, you would agree that if there was one thing you wish you could have more of in your job, it’s time. If you made a list right now of all the things you should be doing, but don’t do because of a lack of time, well, it would be a long list. In fact, you […]

Tech Tip: Tank Moisture

Tech Tip: Tank MoistureEvery air duct cleaner fights moisture, especially in areas with high humidity.  Moisture in your air tank can cause serious problems and shorten the life of your tank.

To prevent the build up of moisture, follow this simple Tech Tip:  While you are cleaning, crack open the air tank drain […]

Cleaning Open Air Plenums

Air duct cleaners will inevitably encounter plenum spaces — also called open air plenums or air voids — at some point in their career. These open spaces, designed to facilitate air transfer for HVAC systems, may exist between a structural ceiling and dropped ceiling, under a raised floor, or between walls, and can be incredibly dangerous for technicians to […]

Dyna Probe Part 1: Introduction

The Dyna Probe is the perfect combination of air washing and brushing in a single tool that can be operated by a single technician! During the month of February, buy any Dyna Probe Package and get 3 free brushes!

Protecting Your Business Interests when Employees Leave

Business owners pour time, money, and focus into their business. They invest in their employees, provide them with training and certification, and offer them upward mobility within the company. Inevitably, however, they may lose those employees to a competitor, or an employee may leave the company to start their own business.

Employee retention is an ongoing challenge, and at times, […]

Blower Wands

Use the right Blower Wand for the job!  American Caddy Vac offers a number of variations on this useful tool.

Tech Tip: Deicing the Air Line

This week’s Tech Tip will keep your air lines working even when the temperatures plummet!

First of all, it is important to wear safety glasses and ear plugs whenever opening or closing air valves that are under pressure.  To deice your air lines follow these steps:

  1. Close the charge valve for […]

Fundamentals of a High-Velocity Air Duct System

This article (originally posted on NADCA.com) is a recap of a conference session on the Fundamentals of High-Velocity Air Duct Systems from David Monson.

After reading this article, you will:

  • Know how high-pressure systems relate to high-velocity systems.
  • Know the components of high-velocity system designs.
  • Know how to clean and troubleshoot cleaning high-velocity systems.

What is a high-velocity […]

Tech Tip: Adjusting Oil Pressure for Cold Weather

In the colder weather you might notice that the oil pressure in your compressor runs higher than it does in warmer weather.

To increase or decrease your oil pressure, you will need two end wrenches sized  9/16” and 7/8”.

Use the 7/8” end wrench to loosen the jam nut and the 9/16” end […]

Where Do We Go from Here?

Around this time in 2019, no one would have ever dreamed that a pandemic was in our midst that would not only change our lives tremendously but would turn everyday conversation about indoor air quality (IAQ) on its head. Sure, before the pandemic, there were discussions about IAQ to a certain degree, and the effect of poor IAQ on […]

The Truth About Disinfection

As we continue living with the COVID-19 pandemic, more and more duct cleaners are fielding calls about sanitizing and disinfecting ductwork to help combat the virus in addition to regular cleaning requests.

While sanitizing and disinfecting ductwork seems like a no-brainer to the untrained consumer — especially in light of guidance from the World Health Organization (WHO) about airborne transmission […]

End-of-Year Downtime? Here are 40 Ideas for Catching up on Marketing!

Indoor air quality has been a buzzy topic for quite some time, but COVID-19 made it front-and-center, for homeowners and facility managers alike.

Regardless of added demand, most HVAC inspection, cleaning, and restoration businesses may enter a slower season as the holidays ramble on. Why not take advantage of downtime and catch up on a few marketing activities that have […]

Tech Tip Maintenance: U-Joint Maintenance

Tech Tip Maintenance: U-Joint MaintenanceProper, regularly scheduled maintenance on your truck can save costly down time and unnecessary expenses.

Whether you do your own maintenance or have it done at the local shop, always inspect the work to make sure it was done correctly.

Greasing the U-Joints

Grease the U-Joints properly. There should be […]

Air Quality May Affect Employees’ Cognition and Productivity

According to new research led by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, the air quality within an office can have a significant impact on employees’ cognitive function, including response times and ability to focus, and it may also affect their productivity.

The one-year study, which included participants in offices across six countries working in a variety of fields, including […]

Healthier Buildings Top the List of Back-to-Work Priorities

It’s hard to believe that 19 months into the COVID-19 pandemic, staffers of many businesses across the globe haven’t actually returned to the office. According to a recent Gallup poll, 7 in 10 white-collar workers in the U.S. are still working remotely. Before the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announcement in May 2021 that fully vaccinated people […]

Understanding Air Balancing and How Air Duct Cleaning Can Have a Big Impact on Air Flow and System Efficiency

The comfort and safety of building occupants relies not only on the mechanics of an HVAC system functioning properly — it also relies on the even distribution and flow of air through spaces. During cooler months, occupants desire warm spaces throughout a building, while in warmer months they seek cooler air. Uneven airflow can cause spaces to become uncomfortable, or […]

Tech Tip: Tire Pressure

Checking your tire pressure may seem like a no-brainer, but it’s one of those things that is easy to overlook.  It’s best practice to check the air pressure in your tires weekly.

Set the pressure to match the manufacturer’s specifications printed on the sidewall of the tire.

While you’re checking the pressure, it’s a […]

Could ‘Gen Z” Be the Solution for the Skills Gap?

It’s back-to-school time, and thanks to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, things look a lot different than years past. As parents and students grapple with this “new normal,” many are questioning what’s next from an education standpoint. Some recent high school graduates, all part of Generation Z, are exploring opportunities they may not have considered before – careers in the […]

Dyna Probe Part 2: Basic Package

The Dyna Probe is the perfect combination of air washing and brushing in a single tool that can be operated by a single technician. The basic package comes with a set of tools suited for residential cleaning work. During the month of September, get free shipping on all orders under 20lbs! (regular ground shipping).