Chatham-Kent Duct Cleaning

For a seasonal home, share the dates when the building is normally accessible and whether systems have been shut down. Ask what needs to be available for inspection, including the HRV and exhaust terminations. A seasonal visit can be planned around access and occupancy, but the appropriate timing depends on the property and the scope rather than a fixed calendar.

If return ductwork passes through a garage, crawlspace, or utility area, point out the route and ask whether its connections will be inspected for leakage. A leaking return may draw air from outside the intended living space, but that should be verified rather than assumed. Photographs and test findings help clarify which joints, if any, need sealing.

For make-up air units or rooftop packaged equipment, ask how each system will be measured, assessed, and listed in the quote. Confirm which components and access arrangements are included, and how changes will be handled if conditions differ from those observed. A system-by-system description helps avoid treating complex equipment as though it were ordinary residential ductwork.

If a cottage or other property has been closed for a period, note when the odour appears and whether it is strongest near registers or elsewhere. Photograph visible concerns and ask how the source will be distinguished from material in ducts. This information helps determine whether duct cleaning or another inspection should be considered before any treatment.

If a home is near fields, uses a wood stove, or has long periods with windows closed, mention that when discussing the scope. These conditions may be relevant to what you want inspected, but they do not establish the condition of the ducts. Ask what observations or photographs would help determine whether they affect the system.