While duct cleaning is essential for any home with an HVAC system, certain households require more frequent cleanings than others. At Dust Doctors, it’s our job to keep your household air as pure and fresh as possible, which is why we routinely recommend annual or biennial duct cleaning. For some homeowners, though, semi-annual cleanings are the best course of action to maintain healthy indoor air quality. Which homeowners fall into this category? We expand on the details below.

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If you’ve heard about in-home air purifiers, you’ve probably wondered whether they actually do anything to improve your indoor air quality. Do they actually clean your household air? Do they really eliminate the microscopic-sized particles they claim to capture? At Dust Doctors, we know many homeowners are wary of air purification systems, simply because they seem a bit too good to be true. To help you better understand the capabilities of these systems and whether they’re a smart choice for your home, we’re delving into the details about air purification below.

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Household dust looks pretty harmless, right? True — but sometimes, looks can be deceiving. You already know dust accumulation is unsightly, but do you know how significantly it can impact your health? If you’ve been operating under the assumption that dust is nothing more than an aesthetically displeasing annoyance, our Dust Doctors team is here to clear the air — literally. Below, we’re discussing three of the most negative effects dust can have on your health, and what you can do to protect yourself.

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Do you know mold can grow inside your air ducts? It’s true, so if you’ve been experiencing respiratory issues, skin rashes, itchy eyes, or even brain fog, those microscopic fungal spores may be to blame. At Dust Doctors, in our thousands upon thousands of duct cleaning hours, we’ve seen plenty of mold where homeowners would never think to look. Today, we’re discussing how to tell if you have mold in your air ducts, and what you can do about it if you do.

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Are outdoor temperatures and indoor dust accumulation related? You bet they are! Whether you’re tracking in outdoor debris from your summertime jaunts or shutting yourself in throughout the cold winter months, the weather plays a central role in the amount of dust within your home.

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If your ducts are dirty, there’s a good chance they’re home to a variety of nasty critters and substances that can harm your health. Even though those organisms might never cross your mind, they’re probably making their way into your lungs on a daily basis. Curious what on earth could be lurking inside your dirty ductwork? Our Dust Doctors team dishes the dirt (ahem, dust) belo

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What’s one of the most common allergy triggers lurking inside your home? It’s not pollen, pet hair, peanut butter, or even gluten—it’s something far less noticeable, but far more repulsive. Haven’t got a clue? It’s dust mites, and if you have fabric or upholstery anywhere in your home, there’s a 100% chance you’re sharing your abode with these tiny critters. But here’s the real question: are they dangerous to your health? Our Dust Doctors team digs into the details below.

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Dealing with worse-than-normal seasonal spring allergy symptoms? If so, your household ductwork may be to blame — but professional duct cleaning can help you change that. Regular cleanings help eliminate a variety of toxins and contaminants from within your home by purifying the environment within your air ducts. Since clean ductwork can’t force dirty, particle-laden air into your living spaces, many common allergy symptoms become far less pronounced. Curious about what exactly duct cleaning does for your home? The experts at Dust Doctors dish the details below.

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If you’re on the hunt for a professional duct cleaning service, beware: You’ll run into scammers, if you don’t do your research! At Dust Doctors, we’re among the good guys, the ones who are dedicated to delivering a healthier indoor environment for you and your loved ones. But, we also know there are plenty of duct cleaning companies who don’t approach the service professionally or thoroughly. So, to help you determine who’s ready to help you and who just wants to make a quick buck, here are our top four questions to ask any company you’re considering:

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“Walking into a modern building can be compared to placing your head inside a plastic bag filled with toxic fumes.” Yikes! And that’s straight from a report published by the CDC! Does your home make you feel that way, too? At Dust Doctors, we’re committed to helping Twin Cities homeowners breathe clean indoor air because we know what a difference pure air can make in everyone’s health.

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