I am asked “How often should I have my ducts cleaned” and “How much should this service cost ” ? Our customers know we do not provide this service and feel they can get a unbiased response. Well, I am pleased to lend my 2 cents. #1. I feel that all ductwork gets dirty and is filled with construction debris during the home’s construction. I also feel if there has been remodeling done, a thorough duct cleaning is in order. As far as how soon thereafter, it depends on the home, the number of occupants and number of pets. Also, the filtration system on the furnace plays a huge role. A 1″ filter allows about 90% of the dirt to pass through it and into your ductwork, while a Hepa-filtration system captures about 99% of all airborne particles. Having said all of that, I would be shocked to see a home which would require a second duct cleaning prior to 5 years later.
As far as cost, you should expect to pay at least $200 and expect the process to take a minimum of 3 – 4 hours.
We have had great luck referring a Company called Ductz to help all our customers and know they do an incredible job for a very fair price.
Archive for April, 2010
Duct Cleaning
Friday, April 30th, 2010Warranty
Friday, April 30th, 2010One of the most important things you buy when you buy a new Furnace or Air Conditioner is the warranty. There are 2 warranties, one from the Manufacturer for all the parts cost and the other from the installing Contractor for the labor to install the defective parts during the warranty period. Most Manufacturers have increased their parts warranty from 1 to 5 years, with some covering their top-of-the-line equipment for 10 years. The labor portion of the warranty you are buying will range from 1 year all the way up to 10 years. Be sure you know what you are buying and that the proposal plainly states the parts and labor portions of the product warranty.
Furnaces like Cars
Friday, April 30th, 2010Every Furnace Manufacturer like every Car Maker has a number of options in their line. These options have a wide range in price due to their features. Just as you would never buy a car without knowing it’s Model and features, be sure you know the Model of the furnace being proposed and don’t settle for a “Deluxe” or “Premium” model. After you have the complete model number of the furnace be sure to visit the Manufacturers’ website and do your research.
$25 Rebate
Tuesday, April 20th, 2010If you are a customer of Dakota Electric Association , you are eligible to receive a $25 Rebate on your monthly bill for having your Air Conditioner tuned up for the 2010 season.
It is very simple, just hire a certified Air Conditioning Contractor to perform a Maintenance/Tune-up on your home’s air conditioning system and then submit your paid invoice to Dakota Electric for your rebate. You can also check out their website (www.dakotaelectric.com) for all the rules.
This is a real win-win, you save $$$ on your electric bill by having your air conditioner tuned-up and your utility pays you to do it.
Competitive Quote
Thursday, April 8th, 2010All independent business organizations, including BBB, recommend more than one proposal for any remodeling or improvement to your home. We , at Burnsville Heating, welcome competitive proposals and feel you are doing yourself a disservice if you don’t take the time to get more than one proposal for a new or replacement furnace and air conditioner. We are happy to evaluate your other proposals and give you an apples to apples comparison to ensure you are getting the best value for your dollar.
Be sure that all proposals include full model numbers of the equipment proposed and manufacturer literature on the equipment is retained. Take the time to visit the manufacturer website to gain additional information on the equipment proposed and ensure it meets your needs. A new furnace and air conditioner is a once in 15 – 20 year purchase, and the last thing you want to do is live with a disappointing purchase for 15 to 20 years.
Allow us to give you a competitive quote with everything in writing with no hidden costs or surprises.