You’ve probably heard about how dangerous a mold colonization can be. But could this possibly be an issue in your home? No matter how often you clean your home and even if you use an air cleaner, mold can still develop as long as there is any moisture around. Mold causes a number of issues for those with severe allergies or asthma, and even for people with no preexisting conditions whatsoever. Take a look at some of the symptoms, and call a specialist if you suspect an issue in your home at all. Continue Reading
Allergy Issues? It Could Be Mold
May 25th, 2015 by Lisa PixleyRenovating a Home or Business? Don’t Forget to Clean the Ducts!
May 18th, 2015 by Lisa PixleyRenovating your property may be an exciting time, but as you will certainly notice, a lot of dust is created throughout the length of the project. The renovation process kicks up a lot of dust which can be a pain to clean up after. Confining dust to the area being worked on can be difficult, which is why professional air duct cleaning is often so important after a renovation. Continue Reading
How to Keep the Air Clean in Your Workplace
May 11th, 2015 by Lisa PixleyHave you heard the term “sick building syndrome?” This is a condition in which the people in a given building experience health issues that seem to be directly related to their time spent in the space. Although this is occasionally a short-term problem (resulting from nearby construction, for example), some building owners and managers must take aggressive steps toward keeping the air cleaner in the building and protecting the health of their employees. Continue Reading
How to Prevent Mold Growth
May 4th, 2015 by Lisa PixleyWhen mold spores settle in damp areas, mold growth can run rampant, and you may end up with a major issue that can leave members of your family feeling ill. Mold can lead to allergic reactions, asthma attacks, and can even provoke symptoms in non-allergic people. Mold also causes damage to the surface that it grows on, and it will worsen over time. You should take measures against mold as soon as you notice a problem, but preventive action is always the best step. Continue Reading
How a Commercial HVAC System Inspection can Benefit You
April 27th, 2015 by Lisa PixleyWhile we’ve all heard the old adage “if it’s not broken, don’t fix it” before, we here at Alpha Air Corporation must reinforce the fact that scheduling unnecessary repairs for your commercial HVAC system is one thing; providing that system with the routine maintenance services that it needs is another situation entirely. Just because your system does not appear to be “broken” is no reason to completely ignore the fact that it will only remain in fine working condition if it is carefully cared for, on a routine basis, by skilled commercial HVAC technicians. If you have not had your system maintained or inspected recently, then contact us today to schedule your commercial HVAC system inspection in Bloomington, MN. There are many benefits to be had in doing so.
First and foremost among these benefits is that a professional commercial HVAC system inspection is the best way in which to get out in front of repair needs. Your system may be up and running, and it may even be cooling and heating your property satisfactorily. This in way definitively proves that it is in great working condition, though. By inspecting your system thoroughly, our commercial HVAC technicians can diagnose any minor or developing problems, either resolving them then and there or making recommendations for any necessary repair services. Even very minor problems, after all, can develop into much more serious operational issues if given the chance.
Discovering problems early on not only benefits you in that it can help more serious problems from coming along, though. It can also help to ensure that you are getting the most efficient performance that your commercial HVAC system has to offer. It can take quite a bit of energy in order to maintain comfortable temperatures throughout the year in a commercial property. That energy does not come for free, as you well know, so keeping your commercial HVAC system as efficient as can be can really help to protect your bottom line.
Alpha Air Corporation is the company that you can trust to do a thorough job in inspecting your system. With the information that we gather throughout the procedure, we can go about resolving any issues, existing or potential, which we may come across.
To learn more about why it is so necessary to schedule commercial HVAC system inspections in Bloomington, MN, contact a member of our staff today.
4 Reasons to Schedule Air Duct Cleaning Today
April 27th, 2015 by Lisa PixleyWhen you do your annual spring cleaning, there is one place that you may never be able to reach: the ducts. Ducts are home to a number of contaminants such as bacteria, mold, and dust. But duct cleaning is a job best left to the professionals. The inside of the ducts is difficult to reach, and typical methods of cleaning would involve taking ductwork apart, which could result in leaks and damages. Professionals use only the safest methods to clean the ducts and ensure contaminants are completely cleared. Here’s why you should schedule professional air duct cleaning today. Continue Reading
What Types of Contaminants Are in Your Ducts?
April 20th, 2015 by Lisa PixleyThe benefits of running your air conditioner or heating system usually outweigh the negatives. Of course, turning on the heat or AC reflects negatively on your energy bills, but this is just another cost of homeownership. However, there’s one more issue that could lead to some hesitation when operating your heating and AC system—indoor air contamination. Continue Reading
Is It Time for a Commercial or Industrial Filter Change?
April 13th, 2015 by Lisa PixleyWhen you own or manage a commercial property, keeping everyone in the building comfortable is a big part of your job. Of course, you don’t always have time to take care of every routine service that helps keep your employees feeling happy and relaxed. That’s why air professionals offer up their HVAC services for your regular maintenance needs, such as a regular air filter change-out. Changing out the air filter is important in making your air conditioner and heater run efficiently and effectively, and keeping those on your property happy and healthy. Continue Reading
Why You Should Schedule a Commercial HVAC System Inspection Today
April 6th, 2015 by Lisa PixleyHow much do you really know about the HVAC system on your commercial property? Depending on the size of your business, your ducts may be quite extensive, and your heating and cooling system is probably much larger than the one at your home. You may even have additional features such as indoor air quality systems in place, and all of this is difficult for one person to keep track of. If you want to make sure that the HVAC system on your property runs at its best throughout the year, be sure to schedule a commercial HVAC system inspection with a professional.
Prevent Repairs and Improve Efficiency
With HVAC system inspection services, you can find out about any problems with your ducts sooner rather than later, so that you can schedule repairs before the issue worsens. It’s difficult to detect holes in the ductwork visually, but professionals come equipped with robotic cameras to pin down the exact location of a leak. Additionally, when there are duct leaks on your property, your energy bills go up. But as a commercial property owner (or manager), your monthly bills are undoubtedly high already, so discovering and sealing leaks is well worth a visit from a technician.
Find Out about Indoor Air Quality Issues
As a business owner, it’s important for you to provide an environment where employees and clientele can feel comfortable, safe, and healthy. If there are too many contaminants in your HVAC system, your HVAC system inspector will let you know. Professional duct cleaning services help to provide a healthier environment for everyone involved with the success of your business.
Extend the Lifespan of Your HVAC System
Replacing a commercial HVAC unit is expensive, so you want to keep your system around for as long as possible. With a commercial HVAC system inspection, you can gain peace of mind over the current state of your ducts and your HVAC equipment, or schedule the necessary services to keep your system running in peak condition.
Get in touch with Alpha Air Corporation for all of your HVAC system inspection service needs in Minneapolis, MN.
3 Reasons to Leave Residential Duct Cleaning to the Pros
March 20th, 2015 by Lisa PixleyIf you, like countless other homeowners, distribute heated and cooled air throughout your home via a system of air ducts, then it is undoubtedly in your best interest to keep those air ducts in fine working condition. This means more than just preventing air loss via leaks and poor sealing, though. It also means that you must keep your air ducts clean within. In order to do so, you absolutely must schedule your residential duct cleaning services in Twin Cities with a professional technician. Fortunately, that is as simple as picking up the phone and call upon the pros here at Alpha Air Corporation.
The first reason as to why you must schedule professional duct cleaning services is a simple matter of accessibility. As you well know, your air ducts are largely hidden from view. You cannot hope to access them on your own, at least not without risking damage to your system. Our technicians know how to get into your ductwork properly so that they can go about cleaning your system effectively.
Additionally, you must keep in mind the fact that specialized equipment must be used in the duct cleaning process. You cannot just pull the grill off a vent and stick a vaccuum nozzle therein: at least, not if you want to clean your air ducts with any sort of thoroughness or quality. Our team has the tools necessasry to free up any debris stuck on the surfaces of your air ducts and to remove it effectively. That way, you can know for certain that the only thing flowing through your system is clean, pure air.
Finally, our technicians know that different types of problems may develop within your ductwork. While dust and other debris can simply be removed, it may be necessary to sanitize your air ducts in order to protect you from the threat of biological pollutants. Our staff will clean up your ductwork effectively and meticulously, addressing whatever issues may be at hand. Different situations call for different solutions, after all.
When it comes to cleaning residential ductwork in the Twin Cities, Alpha Air Corporation is the company to call. We have the tools and training that we need to ensure that your ductwork is cleaned properly every step of the way. Don’t trust amateurs with a job that only skilled, trained professionals can handle.
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