Truck Mounted Vacuums are the Best Method of This Television Handyman.
While both methods of air duct cleaning are better than doing nothing at all, truck mounted vacuums seems to out-weigh portable vacuums. More importantly though, check with the Better Business Bureau to determine if and how the company resolves complaints. Here is what a Local TV personality had to say regarding air duct cleaning:
Wednesday, April 18, 2007
The Detroit News
Glenn Haege: Ask Glenn
Dear Glenn : I really enjoy your weekly articles. Having read about dust mites in last Saturday's article, I want to ask what you think of the companies that clean furnace ductwork. I've seen them around for many years and wonder if they really help.
John, Westland
Dear John: I have recommended duct cleaning for at least 20 years.... I like duct cleaning using the large high-powered truck mounted vacuum systems....more
If you have a question, call the "Handyman Show" with Glenn Haege from noon- 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at (866) ASK GLENN. The show can be heard locally on WJR-AM (760) and more than 160 radio stations nationwide. To suggest a question for Haege's Wednesday "Ask Glenn" column at detnews.com, write: Ask Glenn, Master Handyman Press, P.O. Box 1498, Royal Oak, MI 48068-1498, or e-mail askglenn@masterhandyman. com.
Again, please don't get too hung-up on which vacuum is best cleaning air ducts. Do some research and determine which company has the best reputation, customer service and of course pricing.
