NADCA Alerts Global Air Duct Cleaning Industry to Severe Case of Trademark Fraud

MOUNT LAUREL, NJ [November 18, 2024]– The National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA), the global authority on HVAC cleaning standards, is issuing an urgent warning to the global air duct cleaning industry regarding a severe and malicious case of trademark fraud. An individual affiliated with a NADCA Regular Member Company in the UAE has fraudulently trademarked the NADCA name in the UAE and is operating under the misleading title "NADCA Systems." This individual is promoting a fraudulent certification program that falsely claims affiliation with NADCA. These certifications, marketed through nadcasystems.com, are completely illegitimate, providing no recognized credentials. Professionals who trust this program are being deceived, and their businesses and reputations are at risk.

NADCA CEO Jodi Araujo, CEM, warns, "This program provides no legitimate credentials, and they are outright robbing professionals in our industry by falsely suggesting that this certification is officially recognized by NADCA." Araujo adds, "These actions are a flagrant betrayal of trust and a direct assault on the reputation and standards of the air duct cleaning community."

This individual’s actions are a blatant violation of NADCA’s trademark rights and Code of Ethics. By misusing the NADCA logo and falsely associating their fraudulent program and equipment with the organization, they are undermining the high standards NADCA has established over its decades of leadership.

NADCA reminds the industry that it does not certify or sell equipment and does not endorse individuals or companies. Any use of the NADCA logo on such items is fraudulent. The organization urges professionals to work only with NADCA-approved Associate Members who adhere to NADCA’s strict Code of Ethics, ensuring trustworthy and ethical business practices.

NADCA calls on industry professionals and media outlets to help spread the word about this fraudulent activity. If you have encountered “NADCA Systems” or any of their materials, or if you suspect fraudulent activity, please contact NADCA immediately.

Visit www.NADCA.com to learn more about NADCA’s mission, standards, and ongoing efforts to protect the integrity of the HVAC and air duct cleaning industry.

Media Contact:
Ashley Meloni
ameloni@nadca.com

About NADCA
NADCA, The HVAC Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Association, was formed in 1989 as a non-profit association of companies engaged in the cleaning of HVAC systems. NADCA’s mission is to represent qualified companies engaged in the inspection, cleaning, and restoration of HVAC systems, promote source removal as the only acceptable method of cleaning, establish industry standards for the association, and assist NADCA members in providing high-quality service to their customers. With more than 1,600 members, NADCA comprises a diverse group of HVAC industry professionals, including air systems cleaning specialists, mold remediators, and HVAC inspectors. To learn more about NADCA, visit www.nadca.com.

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