"The appliance repairman told me to get my dryer vent line cleaned."  I've heard this alot over the years, especially after the customer has already paid for a new heating element since the first one burned itself out.  When you dryer vent line is clogged, at the least your dryer beomes less efficient.  Or the other end of the spectrum, you have a costly house fire.  According to the National Fire Protection Association, the following safety tips should be followed; * Have your dryer installed and serviced by a professional. * Do not use the dryer without a lint filter. * Make sure you clean the lint filter before or aftereach load of laundry.* Remove lint that has collected around the drum. * Rigid or flexible metal venting material should beused to sustain proper air flow and drying time. * Make sure the air exhaust vent pipe is not restrictedand the outdoor vent flap will open when the dryer is operating. Once a year, or more often if you notice that it is taking longer than normal for your clothes to dry, clean lint out of the vent pipe or have a dryer lint removal service do it for you. * Keep dryers in good working order. Gas dryersshould be inspected by a professional to make sure that the gas line and connection are intact and free of leaks. * Make sure the right plug and outlet are used andthat the machine is connected properly. * Follow the manufacturer’s operating instructionsand don’t overload your dryer.*Turn the dryer off if you leave home or when you go to bed.DUCTZ of Charleston can help you with the annual cleaning, repairs or new installation of dryer vent lines.  Call us today at 843-771-2908. For added peace of mind, have the LintAlert Safety Monitor installed to warn you when your dryer vent requires attention. ...read more

DUCTZ of Charleston had the opportunity and privilege to clean the ventilation and exhaust systems in the housing area aboard the USNS Red Cloud, completing the project on Sunday, January 22nd.  This was the first ship and single largest project to date accomplished this DUCTZ franchise.  It couldn't have been done without assistance from fellow franchise owners; Karl Nilsen, DUCTZ of Spartanburg, Jeff Poore, DUCTZ of Anderson/Greenwood, Wade Patterson, DUCTZ of Asheville and Tim Mozely, DUCTZ of Greater Columbia. The USNS Red Cloud is a large, medium-speed, roll-on/roll-off ship, named after Army Corporal Mitchell Red Cloud, Jr., a Medal of Honor Recipient who was fatally wounded near Chloghyon, Korea.  His heroic actions prevented his company from being overrun by Chinese Communist forces on November 5th, 1950. The 6-day project encompassed 5 levels ranging from the bridge to crew quarters and offices.  It was a busy time for DUCTZ personnel and the ship as well, as they were prepping for their mission...which means we had to be on schedule!  The busy crew was very accommodating to us considering they had their own work to do, off-watch personnel sleeping and just the normal interruption of working in relatively confined spaces.  Must have made a decent impression because we were pretty much ordered to eat dinner in the mess hall the night before we finished!  Calm winds and following seas to the crew of the USNS Red Cloud! What can DUCTZ of Charleston do for you?  Call today, 843-771-2908. ...read more

I would like to thank everyone who was involved for again putting together another successful SCAHACC Trade Show. Every year it is the one thing I look forward to. There was lots of new and exciting things, very educational and most of all FUN! I can̢۪t wait until next year to do it all over again.www.airconceptsllc.com ...read more

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More about me the owner of Air Concept Solutions, llc.I started off with a great company in Fort Lauderdale, Florida back in the mid 80’s (Florida Heating & Air) I worked with many great people there and felt that they held higher standards than any company I have ever seen in this market; when it came to residential and light commercial installs, service and new construction. I can truly say I learned from some of the best, from, Kevin and Jeff to Chuck and Dennis. They were all great guys who knew this trade in and out. They were the kind of guys that always helped those who showed the ambition and drive to move ahead, work hard and succeed to be the best at what they did. Back then it was more like a family environment and everyone knew what was expected of them. After many, years later ARS came in and took over our name, they kept a lot of the same people because they knew it worked. Eventually I moved up the ladder from a helper to an installer/change-out tech to a service technician. Then one day I got my chance to move into management it wasn’t easy but I knew I had what it took to do the job. I was always one to keep up with the new things coming out in the HVAC industry. Graduating from HVAC Technical School and getting my Nate Certification were two of my higher achievements. I always loved to read and keep my education up to speed on anything I had to deal with. As years moved on I had to relocate to South Carolina were I continued working for ARS as a Quality Control Manager, then as a Service Manager and I had a great opportunity to be an HVAC instructor for their Heating&Air Conditioning Program for the younger guys. All my life I looked forward to helping other as those before me helped me. Eventually I decided to take that leap and risk to start my own Heating&Air Conditioning Company. Now Air Concept Solutions, llc. We have been truly blessed and have grown so much over the years. Doing more and more each year I feel that our growth is due to always being fair and honest with our customers, providing great service. The one thing I was always taught was to always Do the Right Thing!.  Gregory M. Sowder, CEO/Presidentwww.airconceptsllc.com    ...read more

BASICSand why I keep moving forward and never back. There are so many, who mumble under their breath, get upset when things don't go their way and feel like someone owes it to them. Why him or her and not me they ask? First you always need to love thy neighbor, whether he or she is friend or foe, learn to forgive, when you do good things God will be there for you in your time of need. To be successful not just in business but in life you must have good (B) eliefs, have a positive (A) ttitude, provide excellent (S) ervice and service others. Have good intention and (I) ntergrity, show always the best side of your (C) haracter and you will be (S) uccessful. (B)eliefs (A)ttitude (S)ervice (I)ntergrity (C)haracter (S)uccessful ...read more

October is Fire Prevention Month.  There is a host of things you can do to ensure your home safety.   Ensure your smoke detectors are in good working order, inspect your fire place prior to use, have a fire extinguisher and family plan, eliminate fuel sources like dry brush around your home and inspect/clean your dryer vent.  Yes, that Farmers Insurance commercial with the big lint ball and flame thrower is correct.  Over 15,000 fires a year are attributed to dryer vents!  Call today to get yours inspected and cleaned by professionals.  Also, for future peace of mind, install a Lint Alert Dryer Safety Alarm at the same time. Don't forget...don't leave your washer, dryer or dishwasher running while you're out of the house! DUCTZ of Charleston 843-771-2908  http://www.ductz.com/locations/south-carolina/ductz-of-charleston.aspx ...read more

Dear Merchant Circle Connections: I would like to know what makes your company better from your competitor’s. What are some of the things you do to stay on top? What is the best way you think in maintaining a good ci\customer relationship? What makes your company stand out from the rest? Does honesty work every time? Mike Sowder CEO www.airconceptsllc.com ...read more

Fires caused by dirty/clogged dryer vents are a real concern for everyone.  Would you like a product that can tell you when you need service?  DUCTZ of Charleston is a proud distributor of "Lint Alert", the perfect product to monitor your dryer vent and indicate when you need service.  Call us today at 843-771-2908 to schedule an appointment.    ...read more

April 2011 NADCA Announces Winners of the 2010 Safety Awards (Washington, D.C.) Safety is a top concern for any business, which is why NADCA – The HVAC Inspection, Maintenance and Restoration Association recognizes member companies that demonstrate the ability to run safe operations. Each year, NADCA presents the Safety Awards to members that have applied for the program and met its standards, which are based on OSHA guidelines. This year, 65 NADCA member companies are being honored as winners of the 2010 Safety Awards. Out of these 65 companies, 40 qualified for the Outstanding Safety Award, which is given to members that have met the guidelines of the program for three or more consecutive years. Matt Mongiello, chairman of NADCA’s Education&Safety Committee, said, “The success of a company depends not only on production and sales, but also how safely each job is performed. There is no job so important – nor any service so urgent – that we cannot make time to work safely. “Establishment of a safe environment is the shared responsibility between a contractor and its employees at all levels of an organization. Achieving the goal of accident prevention and health preservation is an admirable feat and shows the commitment of a company dedicated to excellence,” added Mongiello, of Interior Maintenance Company in Lansdowne, Pa. The requirements for NADCA’s Safety Awards are based on standards from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). In order to complete the Safety Awards Application, a company must maintain an OSHA #300A Log in accordance with record keeping requirements under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970. The National Air Duct Cleaners Association created the NADCA Safety Awards Program to recognize those companies that have sustained superior employee safety and health program results. The NADCA Safety Awards Program is offered every year. 2010 Safety Award Winners DUCTZ of Charleston Summerville, SC ...read more

DUCTZ of Charleston enjoyed a record month in service sales for the month of March which culminated in a record quarter as well.   We have seen growth in both residential and commercial work and we owe much of it from our relationships with other contractors.  We would like to thank the following companies for their business and trust. Agent Owned Realty ARS Beachwalker Rentals BELFOR Property Restoration Brian's Mechanical Carolina Contracting Solutions Catastrophe Services Inc Disaster Plus Mills Brothers Heating&Air Oakwood Construction Paul Davis Restoration    Here is to a great rest of the year for everyone! ...read more

Do you have vent covers that look like this or piles of debris in your duct work?  This may be caused from animal damage as was the case with this system.  Bird and rodent activity was evident from inside the house and the damage was found after searching the crawl space.  Once this happens, you are breathing whatever the critters bring with them and leave behind.  End result, the duct work had to be replaced for this system.     ...read more

Does your clothes take to long to dry, do you have excessive amount of lint in your laundry area, by chance do you have an dryer vent that looks like this???  Then please get some help and have these prolems solved.  DUCTZ of Charleston, 843-771-2908 cleans, repairs and builds dryer vents the right way.  Whether residential or commercial, we have the right solution for you.  ...read more

An early Sunday morning service call to clean a dryer vent turned into more of an issue than excessive lint build up.  After a new dryer was delivered and hooked up, the customer was told to have the vent line cleaned because there seemed to be a problem.  A problem indeed...the birds nest seen here was just the beginning of the debris pulled out by hand.  In addition, once the initial debris field was pulled out, it was evident that this new dryer was not going to be used anytime soon.  The old vinyl duct line was already ripped in several places and falling apart, and wasn't going to stand up to any type of cleaning.  The home owner agreed and a new properly installed hard pipe will be installed this week by DUCTZ of Charleston.  Call us today for all your dryer vent, air duct and carpet cleaning needs, 843-771-2908. ...read more

I know I'm part of a great company and in an industry that is needed by everyone sometime in their lives, but this past weekend was just another example of proof.   Eight owners and two corporate personnel met in the first of several regional meetings being held around the country this past weekend in Charlotte, with the sole focus of improving everyones service to the customer and to improve their business operations.  Everyone had much to contribute and all left with ideas and action items back to their businesses.  Can't wait to see the results! ...read more