This is Still True – Clean Up after Freeze Damage Should Include Duct Cleaning

The majority of our Mr. Duct Cleaner franchisees are experiencing this cold snap.  Unfortunately, the freezing temperatures often cause frozen pipes, broken plumbing and water damage when the ice melts.

Did you know that most insurance companies will pay for HVAC and Duct system cleaning when there has been a property damage claim requiring remodel or water cleanup?

Pipes Frozen, Water Damage, What Can I Do?  Do not overlook cleaning your HVAC system and air ducts after you have had major clean up, remodel or remediation in your house.  And don’t forget to insist that your insurance company pay for it as part of the total cleaning and recovery process.

Does your floor or drywall need replacing due to the water damage?  That kind of remodeling throws up dust, dirt, and contaminants into the air. Insurance companies understand that during clean-up and remediation, spores or contaminants become airborne and will circulate through the home’s HVAC system regardless of if the system is on or off. If you need a trusted company, Mr. Duct Cleaner works with many of these types of companies and can recommend a trusted company.

Most people do not realize the odor is primarily activated by heat. Once heat is applied this can and will activate odor issues that were not previously present before the freeze or flooding. In fact, most of the recurring odor issues due to remediation and restoration can be solved by performing duct and HVAC system cleaning as part of their process up front. This can reduce warranty calls and expenses that later may not be paid by insurance or third-party providers.

Since the pandemic, we have become more aware and sensitive to indoor air quality.  We are concerned not only about what our guests are bringing inside our home but also about what outside/foreign contaminants contractors might be bringing into the home.  Make sure to have your HVAC and duct system cleaning included as part of the initial cleanup plan.

If you have not had your system Cleaned and Sealed, Mr. Duct Cleaner could perform this while you are taking care of the mess. Since the Aeroseal Clean Seal process is part of the IRS section 25C tax credit, part of the cost can be recovered when you file your taxes. A Clean Seal duct repair ends up paying for itself!

Contact the professionals at Mr. Duct Cleaner for your free estimate.