• Modern PurAir Clearing the Air in Valley
    December 13, 2008

    Kelowna – Modern PurAir has seen a 43% increase in revenues over last year, and is establishing a strong market presence throughout the Thompson Okanagan.     The air duct cleaning franchisor, which is franchising their new concept across Canada, is growing mostly in new markets.   “In the last three years, we grew steadily in greater Kelowna,” says Lane Martin, founder and COO of Modern PurAir.   “But now with franchisees operating out of Kamloops, Vernon, Salmon Arm and Penticton, our sales are growing every month in these new cities, and we are spending very little ... [ Read More ]

  • Pitching the Press
    December 04, 2008

    How does a company pitch the media and get free coverage? Lane Martin, 34, is figuring it out fast. And that's why Modern Purair, a Kelowna air-duct-cleaning company, is regularly making local headlines.   That media attention is translating into revenue. Modern Purair will be opening its sixth franchise in Chilliwack this month. Not bad for a company who started franchising only this year.   In October the 18-employee company made $116,000 in system sales. "We've never had a $100,000 month, but in October we smashed that target," says Martin, who co-owns the business with his father.   Martin attributes much  ... [ Read More ]

  • Rodent proof your home before they move in
    November 27, 2008

    This is the time of year pesky little rodents try to get into our homes for a winter safe-haven.   This rat’s nest material was found recently in a local home’s air duct system by Marshall Mah of Modern PurAir.   In another house, Marshall found several mouse skeletons wedged between the circuit board and the door of the furnace.    The residents had to replace the entire circuit board just to get the furnace working again. To help prevent rodents invading your home, Marshall recommend that people check for missing vent covers and make ... [ Read More ]

  • Good hot air - a rare commodity
    November 20, 2008

    When we talk about cleaning up the environment in Canada, for the most part we are referring to the big picture – protecting our lakes, reducing carbon emissions and air pollution. But there is another kind of air pollution, maybe even more dangerous to your health, that most of us overlook. It is the air you’re breathing in your home and office right now. Lane Martin and his family have been cleaning up the air content in homes and businesses for decades and he believes this up close and personal air pollution will become a huge issue in ... [ Read More ]

  • Company exposes a dirty secret
    October 21, 2008

    Company exposes a dirty secret Published: October 18, 2008 12:00 PM Inhaling contaminated air is only one of the worries a person should have if they haven’t had their ducts cleaned in a while. Hollie Tayal, owner/operator of Modern PurAir franchise in the South Okanagan, has seen more mice in the last month - than in her entire life - climbing and living amongst the ducts in homes. “We were told that we would see some weird stuff in people’s vents, but this is crazy,” said Tayal. “I think Penticton homeowners would be creeped out ... [ Read More ]

  • Taggers get free shot at three trucks
    September 02, 2008

    Taggers get free shot at three trucks Air-duct cleaning company gives graffiti artists way to show off their skills By Okanagan Saturday Staff Kelowna taggers had an opportunity Friday to display their artwork in a legitimate way. The spray-painting artists decorated three trucks owned by Modern PurAir in front of The Sails.    The company masked off two-foot-square areas on the vehicles and let artists paint whatever they wanted. The company awarded prizes of $300 to each person with the top painting as decided by the crowd on hand.   The artists did graffiti or traditional brush painting. Modern PurAir ... [ Read More ]

  • Artists get unusual canvas
    August 23, 2008

    Artists get unusual canvas by Wayne Moore - Story: 41333 Aug 22, 2008 / 5:00 pm   Artists of all kinds were given an unusual canvas to display their talents in downtown Kelowna Friday. Local company Modern PurAir allowed graffiti artists and anyone who felt artistic, an opportunity to paint over three company vehicles. Company spokesman, Tyler Wright, says the vehicles are in the process of being sold, and will have to be painted over by the new owners. "We've re-branded our company, so we thought it would be neat to give the artist community an outlet to paint," says Wright. "A lot of these ... [ Read More ]

  • Truck Graffiti Art Competition to be Held Downtown
    August 14, 2008

    Kelowna – On Friday, August 22nd between 11am and 3pm on Bernard Ave and Mill St, downtown Kelowna, local air duct cleaner Modern PurAir will mask off three of its commercial vehicles and let artists paint whatever they want on the trucks. The company is giving away a cash prize of $300 to each person with the top painting on each truck.   The crowd on-hand at 3pm will judge the winner on each truck.   Modern PurAir is encouraging anyone who paints – graffiti or traditional brush painting – to participate.  Artists are encouraged to bring their own paint, ... [ Read More ]

  • They Suck
    July 22, 2008

    I’m fine as frog’s hair. Or is it, I’m fine as frog’s air?Ever looked at the ductwork in your home and wonder what resides inside?“It’s just crazy,” said Lane Martin, the president of Modern PurAir, a Kamloops air-duct cleaning company. “We’ve developed a system where we can show the customer exactly what we got out. ”And, sometimes, it’s not pretty. Rats, frogs, kittens, lizards, hamsters, pot, porn, diamond rings, rolled-up cash, beer bottles, rotten lunches, rodent feces and everything else ... [ Read More ]

  • Cash Flow Prevents Air Flow
    July 22, 2008

    Rob Fletcher never knows what he will find lurking in the air ducts he cleans for PURAIR Furnace and Air Duct Cleaning. One thing is for sure, he wasn’t expecting to find $1,520 shoved into an air duct. “I noticed something that looked familiar and when I reached in there were several $100 bills,” said Fletcher. After getting in there with a flashlight the sum continued to grow. With Fletcher being the honest person he is, he immediately went upstairs to ask the current homeowners if they had a habit of storing their money in their ducts. The ... [ Read More ]

  • Duct Cleaner Starts Western Franchise Drive
    June 16, 2008

    Maxed out for growth in the Okanagan, Modern PurAir furnace and air duct cleaning has turned its attention to franchising the concept across Western Canada. "Specializing in furnace and air duct cleaning in the Okanagan, you can only grow so much," said Modern PurAir co-owner Lane Martin. "So, we've embarked on creating a national brand starting with selling Modern PurAir franchises across Western Canada. " The first three franchises are in Vernon, Salmon Arm and Kamloops. The goal is to sell 15 more in Western Canada this year. "My family has been in the business for 25 year," Martin said. "My father and ... [ Read More ]

  • Thriving BC Cities Experience Boom in Franchise Business
    December 16, 2007

    With nearly 100,000 new homes built in BC since 2006, the importance of clean indoor air and efficient home heating has become a hot topic among British Columbian homeowners. Kelowna based Modern Purair reports a 335% increase in revenue since 2004 and today announced plans for a North America wide Franchise expansion. Included in the expansion plans, the company identified several thriving BC cities as the most promising markets for franchise development. Cities topping the list include: Kamloops, Prince George, Chilliwack and Nanaimo. "We see huge potential for franchise development in BC," explains Modern Purair CEO, Lane Martin. "In response to the expansion of ... [ Read More ]