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Regularly servicing your HVAC systems is one of the most important aspects of home maintenance because if an air conditioner breaks, your home will be uncomfortable and replacement is quite costly. Cleaning the cooling coils, drain pans, fans, and heat exchangers on your heating and air conditioning system is vital to make sure they run efficiently. The results of cleaning these components could result in dust, debris, mold, or allergens being released into your home. Therefore, it is important to maintain your heating and cooling system along with your air ducts.     Advantages of cleaning and maintaining your heating and cooling system and your air ducts regularly:   According to the US Environmental Protection Agency, removing just four-tenths of an inch of dust from cooling system coils can reduce energy consumption by as much as twenty-one percent. As a result, considerable cost savings can be achieved.   According to estimates, nine out of ten HVAC systems break down because a pr

Did you know that your clothes dryer can cause a house fire? According to the National Fire Protection Agency, dryers and washing machines cause one in five house fires. The cause is that these machines don't get the proper cleaning they need. The dryer should be installed and serviced by a professional. Cleaning dryer vents is the specialty of many professional appliance repair companies, including Fresh Ducts.     The same way you service your vehicle by getting an oil change, rotating your tires, and performing other maintenance, you have to do the same for your dryer. The following tips will help you:   •You should always use a lint filter when using a dryer. •You should clean the lint filter at least twice a week, depending on how often you dry clothes. Lint in the dryer or the vent can be ignited by the dryer's heat, causing a flame. •Choose a flexible duct that can withstand heat. Your home will be more fire-resistant. •Ensure that your dryer is in good working condition