DUCT CLEANING: TRUTH VS SCAMWHAT SUMMERVILLE HOMEOWNERS ACTUALLY NEED

You've seen the "$99 whole-house duct cleaning" coupons. Most of them are bait-and-switch operations. Here's what actually matters for your home's air quality and efficiency, and when duct cleaning is worth your money.

WHEN DUCT CLEANING IS WORTH IT

Visible mold growth inside ducts (confirmed by inspection)

Rodent or pest infestation evidence in ductwork

After major renovation that generated significant dust/debris

Excessive dust buildup that's clearly visible at vents

RED FLAGS (SCAM INDICATORS)

"$49/$99 whole-house cleaning" offers (real duct cleaning costs $300-$500)

Unsolicited calls or door-to-door offers

Claims that duct cleaning will fix your allergies or health issues (no evidence supports this)

High-pressure upselling during the service

No before/after documentation or camera inspection

THE REAL QUESTION: IS YOUR SYSTEM THE PROBLEM?

Clean ducts connected to an inefficient system still produce uncomfortable air.

If your HVAC system is 10+ years old and you're dealing with muggy rooms, uneven temperatures, or high energy bills, duct cleaning won't solve those problems. Your system itself is likely undersized, worn out, or the wrong technology for our humid Lowcountry climate. That's where a proper variable-speed heat pump makes the real difference. It removes 30%+ more humidity and delivers even temperatures throughout your home.

Thinking About Your Whole System?

If your system is aging, the smartest investment is upgrading the equipment, not just cleaning the ducts. Our $12,000 locked price includes duct sealing as part of every installation.

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