(NAPSA)—Keeping your home’s heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) system clean and well maintained can help you breathe better air and save energy and money. Here’s a list of things to look for when you hire an HVACcleaning company to ensure quality work. [] Can the company show proof of NADCA membership and certification? NADCA members must adhere to a strict code of ethics. L] Will the contractor conduct a thorough inspection of the HVAC system before doing any work? (J Will the contractor clean the supply ductwork and return air ductwork? [] Will the company remove, clean and reset supply registers and return air grilles? Are the plenums free of moisture, stains, dust, debris and other contaminants? [| Are access panels properly sealed according to ACR, the NADCAStandard? L] Will the contractor clean the airstream side of the heat exchanger plus the secondary heat exchanger? [] Will the company remove, clean and reinstall the blower motor, housing and assembly? (] Will the contractor clean the evaporatorcoil, drain and pan? LJ Will the contractor replace the air filter so it fits properly and meets the efficiency recommended by the manufacturer? For a full checklist and additional tips, go to http://nadca.com/ en/evaluation-checklist.
