Clearing The Air In Your Home

Monday, March 1, 2004

Oedais) Clearing TheAir In Your Home (NAPSA)—Sealing a home to keep the cold air out can also keep airborne contaminants in. That’s whyit’s important for homeowners to get their heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) system cleaned—before they shut their windowsfor the season. ZZ . a 3 The following tips can help homeowners determineif their air ducts need to be cleaned: 1. Removethe register from the floor or wall vent. 2. Insert a mirror into the duct and hold it at a 45-degree angle. 3. Shine a flashlight straight into the mirror. If you see accumulated dust, mold or mildew, it may be time to call an HVAC system cleaning contractor. It’s a good idea to use a company that’s a certified member of the National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA). The group tests the knowledge of contractors for safe and effective HVAC system cleaning. For more information or a list of certified HVAC system cleaning companies, write to NADCA, 1518 K Street, N.W., Suite 503, Wash- ington, DC 20005 www.nadca.com. or visit

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