Frequently Asked Questions about Air Duct Cleaning in Denver, CO
Why did it smell when we turned on the furnace after summer?
Mostly likely, dust collected on the heat exchanger over the summer. Turning your furnace on for the first time heats the dust, creating that odor. Dust and pollutants that accumulate inside your ductwork can also cause odors. Residential Duct Cleaning recommends that you have your air duct and furnace cleaned before turning it on for a new winter season. Having Residential Duct Cleaning clean your Denver area furnace and air ducts annually helps improve your indoor air quality and prolong your furnace’s life.
How often should I have a Duct Cleaning done?
Frequency of cleaning depends on several factors. In general, an annual cleaning is recommended for most homes. Some of the things that may lead a homeowner to consider more frequent cleaning include:
- Pets that shed hair and dander
- Smokers living in the house
- Residents with allergies or asthma to dusts, pollens, or pet dander
- Major home renovations or remodeling work done to the home
Any time you need duct cleaning in your Denver area home, rely on Residential Duct cleaning to handle the job correctly and at a reasonable price.
How can we determine if the air duct cleaning was effective?
The best way to determine if the air duct system cleaning was effective is to perform a visual inspection before and after cleaning. If any dust or debris can be seen during the visual inspection, the system should not be considered cleaned. A well-cleaned air duct system will leave less dust on your home surfaces, including the floor and furniture. If you have allergies, you should be able to breathe more easily after a thorough air duct cleaning.
How often should I change my furnace filter?
Changing your furnace filter at the right frequency can help improve your indoor air quality and ensure easy air passage inside your furnace vents. Some filters are designed to last for a month and some for 3 months. Check the label on your filter for the recommended interval.
If there is a lot of dust in your house, you should change your filter more frequently. If you haven’t cleaned your air duct for over a year, consider a duct cleaning first. Heavy smoking and cooking also requires more frequent changes of the furnace filter.
If there are pets in your house, you should change your furnace filter more often. Animals shed a lot of hair and dander that will end up in your circulating air. If there are family members who have allergies or asthma, more frequent changes of your air filter will help reduce the amount of allergens in the air.
What about other systems in my home? Do they need cleaning too?
Absolutely. There are several systems in your home that require regular cleaning to maintain ideal efficiency and reduce fire risks in your home. These include:
- Dryer Vents
- Hot Water Heaters
- Furnaces and Air Conditioners
- Fireplace Chimneys
Residential Duct Cleaning can handle all of these cleaning jobs. We offer special combination prices to reduce your costs when you combine any of these cleaning jobs with our duct cleaning services.
Residential Duct Cleaning Is the Answer For Denver Duct Cleaning Needs
For Denver area homeowners, the best choice for duct cleaning and all related services is Residential Duct Cleaning. Our long experience, trained technicians and powerful cleaning equipment will make short work of any cleaning job. Contact us today to ask about our special pricing for Denver duct cleaning and other services or to schedule a cleaning at your home or business.

