Air Duct Inspection

• Unexplained Allergy or Respiratory Issues: Symptoms that worsen at home may be linked to mold spores, dust mites, or rodent debris circulating from your ducts.
• Musty, Moldy, or Unusual Odors when the system runs, especially at startup.
• Visible Debris or Insect Nests around vents and registers.
• Uneven Airflow or Rooms That Never Get Comfortable: This suggests blockages, collapses, or severe design flaws inside the ducts.
• You've Had Recent Renovations or Pest Problems: Construction dust, drywall particles, or rodent activity can severely contaminate ductwork.
• You've Never Had Your Ducts Inspected and your home is over 10-15 years old.

Our Advanced Air Duct Inspection Process: More Than a Flashlight

We go far beyond a casual glance. Here’s what a professional inspection entails:

1. Visual Assessment & History Review:

• We examine all accessible ductwork in your attic, basement, and crawlspace for obvious disconnections, holes, rust, or poor insulation.
• We ask about your home's age, past problems (water, pests), and any comfort complaints.

2. State-of-the-Art Video Inspection (The Key Tool):

• We insert a flexible, push-rod video camera (borescope) into your duct system through vents or access ports we create.
• This allows us to see deep into the ducts, revealing conditions in the long, inaccessible runs behind your walls and ceilings.
• What We Look For:
  1. Accumulated Debris: Dust, pet dander, construction materials.
  2. Biological Growth: Mold or mildew on duct surfaces.
  3. Physical Damage: Crushed flex duct, torn liners, collapsed sections.
  4. Obstructions: Lost toys, deteriorated insulation, pest nests.
  5. Leaks & Poor Sealing: Gaps at joints visible from the inside.

3. Performance & Leakage Testing (When Needed):

• Airflow Measurements: Using a flow hood to measure CFM at vents to identify blockages or imbalances.
• Duct Blaster Test: For a quantitative assessment, we can seal a section of ductwork, pressurize it, and measure exactly how much air is leaking out. This gives you a percentage of leakage.

4. The Clear, Visual Report & Recommendation:

• You See What We See: We record video and take photos during the inspection to show you the evidence.
• Plain-English Summary: We provide a written report detailing our findings, prioritized by urgency (e.g., "safety issue," "major efficiency loss," "minor cleaning recommended").
• Unbiased Recommendations: We outline your options—which issues require cleaning, which need repair or sealing, and which are simply normal wear. We will never recommend a service you don't need.

What We Commonly Find (And What It Means)

• "That's Normal" Dust: A light, even layer of grey dust in metal ducts is typical and doesn't necessarily require cleaning.
• "This is a Problem" Debris: Thick, packed dust, clumps of insulation, rodent droppings, or visible mold require immediate action.
• Major Leaks & Disconnections: These are priority fixes for energy savings and performance.
• Deteriorated Duct Liner: Old, crumbling fiberglass liner in older systems can degrade air quality and should be addressed.

The Value of a Professional Inspection: Knowledge is Power

An inspection provides the facts you need to make smart decisions, saving you from:

• Unnecessary Duct Cleaning: Spending hundreds on a cleaning service when the ducts are actually in good shape.
• Wasted Money on Repairs That Don't Work: Fixing symptoms without knowing the root cause inside the ducts.
• Continued Health & Comfort Issues: By identifying and removing sources of contamination.

Gain Peace of Mind & Take Control

Don't wonder about the state of your ducts—know for sure. An inspection gives you the clarity to prioritize home improvements that truly impact your indoor environment and energy bills.