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Plain-English definitions — quick reference.
Air duct and HVAC work comes with a lot of jargon. Here are the terms Austin homeowners ask us about most — start typing to filter.
14 terms
Tubes that carry conditioned air to each room and pull it back to be reconditioned — metal, fiberglass board, or flexible “flex” duct.
Air Duct CleaningThe duct that carries hot, moist air and lint from a dryer outdoors. Lint buildup here is a leading fire cause.
Dryer Vent CleaningHeating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning — the whole system that heats, cools and circulates a home’s air.
Our ServicesA 1–20 scale for how well an air filter traps particles. Higher = finer filtration; most homes use 8–13.
HVAC DisinfectionThe indoor unit that moves conditioned air through the ducts — it holds the blower, coil and filter.
Air Duct CleaningAir pulled from your rooms back into the system to be filtered and reconditioned (the larger grilles).
Air Duct CleaningThe conditioned air pushed out into your rooms through the supply registers.
Air Duct CleaningFlexible wire-coil ducting wrapped in plastic and insulation. Kinks and tears easily, restricting airflow.
Duct ReplacementHow well insulation resists heat flow — higher is better. Central Texas attics are typically around R-38.
Attic InsulationThe condition of your indoor air — dust, mold, allergens and humidity. Clean ducts and filtration are key.
HVAC DisinfectionCubic Feet per Minute — how much air moves through the system. Dirty ducts lower CFM and strain the unit.
Air Duct CleaningThe pro method: seal the system and vacuum debris out, so dust is removed, not pushed into the home.
Air Duct CleaningA UV lamp near the coil that stops mold and bacteria regrowing on the damp coil between cleanings.
UV Light InstallationThe flammable, tar-like residue that builds up in a chimney flue as wood burns — the reason sweeping matters.
Chimney CleaningNo terms match your search. Try another word, or ask us directly.
Our Austin team is happy to explain anything about your system — no jargon, no pressure.
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