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We, at Duct Man,
think every individual and organization has a responsibility to
the environment. Its not always easy, but we are trying to find
solid ways to fulfill that duty as best we can. Not only because
we feel its right but also to attract the kind of people we want
to do business with: namely, those who wish to participate in and
support a healthier, more sustainable community. Here are some of
the ways in which we are trying to do our part:
Increasing Energy Efficiency
By cleaning dryer and vents you not only eliminate a potential fire
hazard, you seriously increase the the energy efficiency of the
dryer. Oftentimes, customers tell us that laundry loads which once
took 2 or 3 cycles to dry now only take 1 after our service. The
fact that dryer and vent cleaning is a very real and direct way
of reducing energy consumption was a major factor in Jimmy choosing
to specialize in this business.
Alternative Fuels
It's a company-wide policy that all Duct Man vehicles run on biodiesel
or ethanol whenever those fuels are available and in the highest
percentage offered. Sometimes this costs a bit more and we are glad
to pay what amounts to a minor difference in order to reduce our
greenhouse and toxic gas emissions. Sadly, biofuels are still far
from being available everywhere and we are petitioning distributors
in an attempt to attract their business to our community.
Local is Better
We concentrate primarily on growing our customer base within, or
very close to, our local community. This not only helps stimulate
the local economy but also mitigates fuel usage.
Duct Recycling
Duct Man recycles all old ducting removed from job sites. Over the
course of a year, we collect hundreds of pounds of metal that would
otherwise contribute to the already dismal landfill system.
Organic Farming
OK, maybe this doesn't have much to do with our business. But Jimmy
started a little organic farm (a.k.a. big garden) on his property
and we plan to double it in size this season. We're just learning
now but hope to eventually open a sizable community farm. | 
