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The complete duct cleaning FAQ with frequently asked questions and answers from the SafeAir team on duct cleaning and maintenance for high rise and low rise resorts, hotels, apartment buildings and unit complexes.
Duct Cleaning FAQ
The complete duct cleaning FAQ with frequently asked questions and answers on duct cleaning and duct maintenance for high-rise and low-rise resorts, hotels, apartment buildings and unit complexes from the team at SafeAir.
The exhaust ventilation system is connected by ducts throughout the building to a central riser system.
Exhaust roof fans create a vacuum which pull room air, odour, humidity and moisture content from toilet, bathroom, ensuite and laundry areas in to the ventilation system and out through associated roof ductwork to atmosphere. This process is called an air-change.
In most instances air vents (air grilles) in toilet, bathroom, en suite and laundry areas should include a volume control damper at the rear of the air grille as standard. This control damper mechanism allows airflow to be adjusted throughout the apartment and throughout the entire exhaust ventilation system for an even distribution of exhaust suction across all floor levels.
Cleaning the exhaust ventilation system will ensure airflows meet the recommended number of air-changes per hour in toilet, bathroom, ensuite and laundry areas and provide the benefit of fresh and clean air to tenants and guests.
Duct cleaning provides your tenants and guests the benefit of fresh and clean air year-round and removes potential risks from the exhaust ventilation system.
Grime and build-up across the face of air vents and air grilles, damper blades and damper control mechanisms, as well as build-up of lint, fibrous materials and matter content in the duct system can reduce or block the exhaust ventilation system from removing poor-quality indoor air, and odour from personal areas in your apartment or unit such as bathrooms and toilet facilities.
Request a Free Quote to deep clean your duct system or learn more about Our Services.
Most likely no. The exhaust ventilation system is a separate system and in most instances not associated with or included within the scope of work for an AC or air conditioning contractor.
Duct cleaning, exhaust ventilation system duct cleaning and air conditioning ductwork cleaning are all specialist services that need to be carried out by a reputable duct cleaning contractor that has the proper experience and the necessary tools and equipment to perform correct maintenance and balancing of the exhaust ventilation system or duct system.
Request a Free Quote or read more about duct cleaning in our Latest News section.
The Office of the Commissioner for Body Corporate & Community Management (BCCM) and State Fire and Emergency Services advise it is the responsibility of the Body Corporate or Managing Entity to:
- inspect the system at regular intervals;
- remove any build-up present within the duct system that has accumulated over time;
- repair or replace damaged or broken system components;
- incorporate maintenance on the duct system in to their future planned/preventative maintenance program(s).
Maintenance of the exhaust ventilation duct system, or extract system, is part of ‘Utility Infrastructure’ under Common Property. For more information please contact The Office of the Commissioner for Body Corporate & Community Management (BCCM) on 13QGOV (137468).
Request a Free Quote or read more about duct cleaning in our Latest News section.
We recommend all ventilation ductwork systems are inspected at regular intervals over a period of years. Many of our clients have re-cleaned systems at 4-6 years due to the benefits gained by:
- removing build-up from the exhaust ventilation system
- re-cleaning roof exhaust fans
- re-cleaning associated roof ductwork
- to carrying out any minor repair work if needed
- to ensure systems are safe, providing adequate exhaust suction and sufficient ventilation to toilet, bathroom and en suite areas in apartments and;
- ensuring that the buildings roof exhaust fans are in good working order and fully operational.
Request a Free Quote to deep clean your duct system or learn more about Our Services.
No. Utilising in-house staff to simply wipe the face of the vent or grille does not remove potential blockages or contamination from within the exhaust ventilation system or exhaust duct system.
Even though the front of your air grilles and vents may appear clean – lint, fibrous material content and matter build-up (fire risk) can remain lodged within the ducts continuing to block or impact airflow within the exhaust ventilation duct system, which in turn continues to impact overall system efficiency, resulting in poor indoor air quality.
When choosing to deep clean your exhaust ventilation system or AC ductwork system, engage a professional duct cleaning contractor with experience in deep cleaning a variety of exhaust ventilation systems and ductwork systems for resorts, hotels and apartment buildings throughout Queensland.
Request a Free Quote or read more about duct cleaning in our Latest News section.
There are several factors involved when quoting for duct cleaning or exhaust ventilation system cleaning.
Get a free quote for duct cleaning at your resort, hotel, apartment building or unit complex.
We’ve made the quotation process really simple, complete our Free Quote form by clicking the button below. Provide your contact details and some general information about the duct work systems or exhaust ventilation systems in your building and our Projects Team will endeavour to respond your quote request within 24 hours.
Request a Free Quote to deep clean exhaust ventilation systems in your resort, hotel or apartment building or read feedback from our valued clients.
We guarantee that once the duct system or exhaust ventilation system has been deep cleaned by SafeAir technicians, further deep cleaning of the ductwork should not be required for 4-6 years as long as regular inspections occur over that time at set intervals.
If you’ve chosen to replace air vents or air grilles and dampers with new parts by SafeAir’s tailor-made range we will;
- make any necessary adjustments to control damper blades to ensure proper balancing of the duct system or exhaust ventilation system
We will return to site at no additional cost to you, your management team or body corporate committee as long as any defects are reported on in a timely manner or as soon as they occur.
Request a Free Quote or read more about duct cleaning in our Latest News section.
During the cleaning process all air vents, air grilles and air registers are removed carefully from the ceiling or wall areas, cleaned, sanitised and refitted. Control dampers are removed, cleaned and adjusted as necessary to ensure the system is balanced and operating as designed.
SafeAir technicians, air conditioning and HVAC specialists and HVAC parts manufacturers only use industry standard air registers and dampers that allow a maximum free air across the face of the egg crate grill, or face of the air register.
SafeAir’s tailor-made range of air vents, grilles and air registers offer an in-house custom design and are manufactured in Australia by one of Australia’s industry leading HVAC parts manufacturers.
Our custom air vent, or air grille design features a wide-flange, eliminating having to make-good surrounding paintwork and/or plaster work.
Constructed from tough powder coated aluminium in brilliant white, they are designed to work seamlessly with our control dampers for maximum airflow control throughout apartments and the building. Their modern look enhances the value and overall look and feel of apartment toilet, bathroom, en suite and laundry areas.
All of our parts are manufactured to industry standards and allow for the greatest possible airflows throughout the exhaust ventilation duct system.
Request a Free Quote to upgrade air registers and control dampers in your building, or learn more about SafeAir’s tailor made air registers and dampers in Our Services.
Resort, Hotel & Apartment duct cleaning is usually carried out over a set period of days or weeks. A project timeline depends on a number of factors that are individual to each resort, hotel or apartment building, as well as variations in the type of exhaust ventilation system your building operates.
In order for our technicians to establish a timeline for duct cleaning within your building, simply complete our Free Quote form by clicking the button below. Please provide your contact details as well as some general information about your property and one of our team members will endeavour to respond to your enquiry within 24 hours.
Request a Free Quote to deep clean exhaust ventilation systems in your resort, hotel or apartment building or read feedback from our valued clients.
SafeAir have a streamlined approach for duct cleaning in resorts, hotels and apartment buildings. Noise levels are kept to a minimum whilst cleaning ducts throughout the building. Our technicians work quickly and efficiently on air vents and exhaust ducts for minimal disruption to your tenants and guests.
To date, SafeAir (as well as resort or hotel managers) have received zero reported disruptions to tenants or guests in over 120+ exhaust ventilation duct cleans.
“Great service, the boys completing the work were very mindful of our tenants requirements & conducted themselves in a very professional manner at all times.”
SafeAir have a range of air tools and high pressure vacuums designed specifically for removing build-up from ceiling ducts in apartment toilet, bathroom, en suite and laundry areas. All of our equipment operates at fair and reasonable noise levels to avoid any noise related impacts throughout adjacent apartments or units as well as upper and lower floor levels.
Request a Free Quote to upgrade air registers and control dampers in your building, or learn more about SafeAir’s tailor made air registers and dampers in Our Services.
With our reputation for cleanliness at all times throughout the duct clean, we assure our clients that all apartment or unit toilet, bathroom, en suite and laundry areas will be left clean and tidy as they were found.
“The job was completed in a timely manner and the contractors were very polite and always left their workplace tidy. The BC commented on how smooth everything went.”
Request a Free Quote to upgrade air registers and control dampers in your building, or learn more about SafeAir’s tailor made air registers and dampers in Our Services.
If you are looking to buy replacement air vents, or air grilles that are designed to ensure full compatibility with the existing exhaust ventilation system in your high rise resort, hotel, apartment building or unit complex, always choose a replacement air grille that allows for maximum free airflow across the face of the grille.
Buy a product that adheres to HVAC standards on maximum free airflow and allows for the correct number of air changes per hour for toilet, bathroom and laundry areas.
SafeAir’s tailor-made air grilles feature a custom design that allows for maximum free exhaust airflow in to the exhaust ventilation system. The unobstructed grille allows for over 90% free surface area, that means more expired or bad air can be pulled out of your personal areas such as toilets and en suites faster and into the ventilation system for extraction through the riser to atmosphere via the ducts.
SafeAir’s tailor-made replacement air grilles, discover the benefits!
- over 90% maximum free airflow across the face of the air grille
- measured and custom-made to size for correct fit into your buildings existing exhaust ventilation duct system
- modern, custom-designed wide flange that covers any ceiling marks once old air vents or air grilles are removed
- no need for repainting or repairs to plaster work once new air grilles are installed
- add value to bathroom, en suite, toilet and laundry areas in your apartment
- Australian made product, manufactured from quality materials by one of Australia’s leading HVAC parts manufacturers
- built from strong aluminium, powder coated in a brilliant white to match any decor
- can be repainted to match your bathroom, toilet or laundry decor, colour and design
- air grilles are built-ready for pairing with our durable, long lasting 5-fin control dampers that allow for airflow adjustments and balancing of the ventilation system at each floor level and throughout the building
Request a Free Quote to deep clean your duct system or learn more about Our Services.
It is important to check roof fans are clean and operational at regular intervals in order to avoid fan burnout and loss of suction throughout the exhaust ventilation system as a result of blockage. SafeAir technicians take additional care in the removal of build-up from your resort, hotel or apartment buildings roof exhaust fans.
Cleaning roof exhaust fans in conjunction with cleaning your ventilation duct system can increase fan lifespan and provide greater energy efficiency.
Roof exhaust fans are expensive to replace and can be very difficult to install in high rise resort apartments and hotels due to sometimes limited or restricted access to the roof ductwork system and size and weight of replacement roof exhaust fans.
SafeAir technicians also check and inspect roof exhaust ventilation ductwork (if applicable) and will carry out any duct cleaning required as well as report on any duct repairs including patching that may be required.
Request a Free Quote to deep-clean your roof exhaust fans and roof duct systems or learn more about Our Services.
The exhaust ventilation system is connected by ducts throughout the building to a central riser system.
Exhaust roof fans create a vacuum which pull room air, odour, humidity and moisture content from toilet, bathroom, ensuite and laundry areas in to the ventilation system and out through associated roof ductwork to atmosphere. This process is called an air-change.
In most instances the air vents (air grilles) in toilet, bathroom, en suite and laundry areas should include a volume control damper at the rear of the air grille as standard.
This control damper mechanism allows airflow to be adjusted throughout the apartment and throughout the entire exhaust ventilation system for an even distribution of exhaust suction across all floor levels.
Cleaning the exhaust ventilation system will ensure airflows meet the recommended number of air-changes per hour in toilet, bathroom, ensuite and laundry areas and provide the benefit of fresh and clean air to tenants and guests.
Duct cleaning provides your tenants and guests the benefit of fresh and clean air year-round and removes potential risks from the exhaust ventilation system.
Grime build-up across the face of air vents and air grilles, damper blades and damper control mechanisms as well as build-up of lint, fibrous materials and matter content in the duct system can reduce or block the exhaust ventilation system from removing poor-quality indoor air, and odour from personal areas in your apartment or unit such as bathrooms and toilet facilities.
Request a Free Quote to deep clean your duct system or learn more about our Services.
Most likely no. The exhaust ventilation system is a separate system and in most instances not associated with or included within the scope of work for an AC or air conditioning contractor.
Duct cleaning, exhaust ventilation system duct cleaning and air conditioning ductwork cleaning are all specialist services that need to be carried out by a reputable duct cleaning contractor that has the proper experience and the necessary tools and equipment to perform correct maintenance and balancing of the exhaust ventilation system or duct system.
Request a Free Quote or read more about duct cleaning with questions and answers from SafeAir customers in our Frequently Asked Questions.
The Office of the Commissioner for Body Corporate & Community Management (BCCM) and State Fire and Emergency Services advise it is the responsibility of the Body Corporate or Managing Entity to:
- inspect the system at regular intervals;
- remove any build-up present within the duct system that has accumulated over time;
- repair or replace damaged or broken system components;
- incorporate maintenance on the duct system in to their future planned/preventative maintenance program(s).
Maintenance of the exhaust ventilation duct system, or extract system, is part of ‘Utility Infrastructure’ under Common Property. For more information please contact The Office of the Commissioner for Body Corporate & Community Management (BCCM) on 13QGOV (137468).
Request a Free Quote or read more about duct cleaning with questions and answers from SafeAir customers in our Frequently Asked Questions.
We recommend all ventilation ductwork systems are inspected at regular intervals over a period of years. Many of our clients have re-cleaned systems at 4-6 years due to the benefits gained by:
- removing build-up from the exhaust ventilation system
- re-cleaning roof exhaust fans
- re-cleaning associated roof ductwork
- to carrying out any minor repair work if needed
- to ensure systems are safe, providing adequate exhaust suction and sufficient ventilation to toilet, bathroom and en suite areas in apartments and;
- ensuring that the buildings roof exhaust fans are in good working order and fully operational.
Request a Free Quote to deep clean your duct system or learn more about Our Services.
No. Utilising in-house staff to simply wipe the face of the vent or grille does not remove potential blockages or contamination from within the exhaust ventilation system or exhaust duct system.
Even though the front of your air grilles and vents may appear to be clean – lint, fibrous material content and matter build-up (fire risk) can remain lodged within the ducts continuing to block or impact airflow within the exhaust ventilation system, which in turn continues to impact overall system efficiency, resulting in poor indoor air quality.
When choosing to deep clean your exhaust ventilation system or AC ductwork system, engage a progressional duct cleaning contractor with experience in deep cleaning a variety of exhaust ventilation systems and ductwork systems for resorts, hotels and apartment buildings throughout Queensland.
Request a Free Quote or read more about duct cleaning with questions and answers from SafeAir customers in our Frequently Asked Questions.
There are several factors involved when quoting for duct cleaning or exhaust ventilation system cleaning.
Get a free quote for duct cleaning at your resort, hotel, apartment building or unit complex.
We’ve made the quote process really simple, complete our Free Quote form by clicking the button below. Provide your contact details and some general information about the ductwork systems or exhaust ventilation systems in your building and our Projects Team will endeavour to respond your quote request within 24 hours.
Request a Free Quote to deep clean exhaust ventilation systems in your resort, hotel or apartment building or read feedback from our valued clients.
We guarantee that once the duct system or exhaust ventilation system has been deep cleaned by SafeAir technicians, further deep cleaning of the ductwork should not be required for 4-6 years as long as regular inspections occur over that time at set intervals.
If you’ve chosen to replace air vents or air grilles and dampers with new parts by SafeAir’s tailor-made range we will;
- make any necessary adjustments to control damper blades to ensure proper balancing of the duct system or exhaust ventilation system.
SafeAir technicians will return to site at no additional cost to you, your management team or body corporate committee as long as any defects are reported on as soon as they occur.
Request a Free Quote or read more about duct cleaning in our Latest News section.
Cleaning apartment air vents, grilles and registers as well as control dampers is included as a component of SafeAir’s deep cleaning of the exhaust ventilation duct system.
SafeAir technicians, air conditioning and HVAC specialists and HVAC parts manufacturers only use industry standard air registers and dampers that allow a maximum free air across the face of the egg crate grill, or face of the air register.
SafeAir’s tailor-made range of air vents, grilles and air registers offer an in-house custom design and are manufactured in Australia by one of Australia’s industry leading HVAC parts manufacturers.
Our custom air vent, or air grille design features a wide-flange, eliminating having to make-good surrounding paintwork and/or plaster work.
Constructed from tough powder coated aluminium in brilliant white, they are designed to work seamlessly with our control dampers for maximum airflow control throughout apartments and the building. Their modern look enhances the value and overall look and feel of apartment toilet, bathroom, en suite and laundry areas.
All of our parts are manufactured to industry standards and allow for the greatest possible airflows throughout the exhaust ventilation duct system.
Request a Free Quote to upgrade air registers and control dampers in your building, or learn more about SafeAir’s tailor made air registers and dampers in Our Services.
Resort, Hotel & Apartment duct cleaning is usually carried out over a set period of days or weeks. A project timeline depends on a number of factors that are individual to each resort, hotel or apartment building, as well as variations in the type of exhaust ventilation system your building operates.
In order for our technicians to establish a timeline for duct cleaning within your building, simply complete our Free Quote form by clicking the button below. Please provide your contact details as well as some general information about your property and one of our team members will endeavour to respond to your enquiry within 24 hours.
Request a Free Quote to deep clean exhaust ventilation systems in your resort, hotel or apartment building or read feedback from our valued clients.
SafeAir have a streamlined approach for duct cleaning in resorts, hotels and apartment buildings. Noise levels are kept to a minimum whilst cleaning ducts throughout the building. Our technicians work quickly and efficiently on air vents and exhaust ducts for minimal disruption to your tenants and guests.
To date, SafeAir (as well as resort or hotel managers) have received zero reported disruptions to tenants or guests in over 120+ exhaust ventilation duct cleans.
“Great service, the boys completing the work were very mindful of our tenants requirements & conducted themselves in a very professional manner at all times.”
SafeAir have a range of air tools and high pressure vacuums designed specifically for removing build-up from ceiling ducts in apartment toilet, bathroom, en suite and laundry areas. All of our equipment operates at fair and reasonable noise levels to avoid any noise related impacts throughout adjacent apartments or units as well as upper and lower floor levels.
Request a Free Quote to upgrade air registers and control dampers in your building, or learn more about SafeAir’s tailor made air registers and dampers in Our Services.
With our reputation for cleanliness at all times throughout the duct clean, we assure our clients that all apartment or unit toilet, bathroom, en suite and laundry areas will be left clean and tidy as they were found.
“The job was completed in a timely manner and the contractors were very polite and always left their workplace tidy. The BC commented on how smooth everything went.”
Request a Free Quote to upgrade air registers and control dampers in your building, or learn more about SafeAir’s tailor made air registers and dampers in Our Services.
If you are looking to buy replacement air vents, or air grilles that are designed to ensure full compatibility with the existing exhaust ventilation system in your high rise resort, hotel, apartment building or unit complex, always choose a replacement air grille that allows for maximum free airflow across the face of the grille.
Buy a product that adheres to HVAC standards on maximum free airflow and allows for the correct number of air changes per hour for toilet, bathroom and laundry areas.
SafeAir’s tailor-made air grilles feature a custom design that allows for maximum free exhaust airflow in to the exhaust ventilation system. The unobstructed grille allows for over 90% free surface area, that means more expired or bad air can be pulled out of your personal areas such as toilets and en suites faster and into the ventilation system for extraction through the riser to atmosphere via the ducts.
SafeAir’s tailor-made replacement air grilles, discover the benefits!
- over 90% maximum free airflow across the face of the air grille
- measured and custom-made to size for correct fit into your buildings existing exhaust ventilation duct system
- modern, custom-designed wide flange that covers any ceiling marks once old air vents or air grilles are removed
- no need for repainting or repairs to plaster work once new air grilles are installed
- add value to bathroom, en suite, toilet and laundry areas in your apartment
- Australian made product, manufactured from quality materials by one of Australia’s leading HVAC parts manufacturers
- built from strong aluminium, powder coated in a brilliant white to match any decor
- can be repainted to match your bathroom, toilet or laundry decor, colour and design
- air grilles are built-ready for pairing with our durable, long lasting 5-fin control dampers that allow for airflow adjustments and balancing of the ventilation system at each floor level and throughout the building
Request a Free Quote to deep clean your duct system or learn more about Our Services.
It is important to check roof fans are clean and operational at regular intervals in order to avoid fan burnout and loss of suction throughout the exhaust ventilation system due to blockage. SafeAir technicians take additional care in the removal of build-up from your resort, hotel or apartment buildings roof exhaust fans.
Cleaning roof exhaust fans in conjunction with cleaning your ventilation duct system can increase fan lifespan and provide greater energy efficiency.
Roof exhaust fans are expensive to replace and can be very difficult to install in high rise resort apartments and hotels due to sometimes limited or restricted access to the roof ductwork system and size and weight of replacement roof exhaust fans.
SafeAir technicians also check and inspect roof exhaust ventilation ductwork (if applicable) and will carry out any duct cleaning required as well as report on any duct repairs including patching that may be required.
Request a Free Quote to deep-clean your roof exhaust fans and roof duct systems or learn more about Our Services.
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Talk to one of our team members by calling (07) 5562 0028 during office hours Monday to Friday, alternatively you can submit your enquiry online by clicking here.
We will endeavour to respond to enquiries within 24 hours.
Can’t find the answer you’re looking for?
Talk to one of our team members by calling (07) 5562 0028 during office hours Monday to Friday, alternatively you can submit your enquiry online by clicking here.
We will endeavour to respond to enquiries within 24 hours.
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