OMEOWNERS Reducing Energy Costs (NAPSA)—Just as a mechanic regularly flushes your car’s engine to keep it running efficiently, cleaning your home’s heating and air-conditioning (HVAC) system can lead to better performance and lowerenergy bills. Clean HVAC systems run more efficiently, using less energy. Air duct system cleaning allows systems to run moreefficiently by removing debris from sensitive mechanical components. Clean, efficient systems are less likely to break down, have a longer life span and generally operate more effectively than dirty systems. The National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) recom- mends that air handling units be inspected at least once a year. The air ducts should be inspected at least once every two years. Areas with high humidity should inspect more frequently. When hiring an air duct cleaning contractor, make sure the company is a member of NADCA, which tests the knowledge of con- tractors for safe and effective HVACcleaning. For more information anda list of qualified air duct system cleaning contractors, call 202-737-2926 or visit www.nadca.com.
