Lakeshore Duct Cleaning

A building with make-up air and rooftop equipment may need a different plan from one with a simpler duct layout. Provide equipment lists or drawings and request that the scope identify each included system and access point. Compare proposals by covered equipment and work areas rather than by hours alone, and ask how changes will be documented.

If ductwork was extended or changed over time, ask for a review of accessible runs, joints, and crawlspace sections before openings are made. Share any plans or previous repair records. A system map and documented leak findings help identify the actual repair locations and reduce uncertainty about which sections are included.

If a property sits closed for part of the year or has nearby sources of outdoor dust, note that when discussing timing and inspection. These conditions do not establish what is inside the ducts. Ask for visible findings and recommendations to be separated from assumptions, so the next cleaning interval can be based on the system's observed condition.

Ask what airflow check will be used at the exterior after cleaning and whether the result will be recorded. A post-work check helps compare conditions before and after, but it does not replace inspection of damaged ducting or appliance concerns. For a seasonal property, discuss timing before regular laundry use and include the hood in the plan.

For a seasonal property, discuss whether inspection is more useful before opening or after closing; for year-round use, ask what maintenance interval suits the specific equipment. Record filter sizes and locations before the visit, then confirm replacements or cleaning requirements from the unit information. Timing should reflect the equipment and observed condition, not a fixed local assumption.