You may be changing your air filter every month, but when was the last time you had your HVAC system and air ducts professionally cleaned? Even with a filter, it will get clogged with dust, pollen, mold, pet dander, and all other pollutants that contribute to poor indoor air quality. If you or family members have allergies or asthma, dirty air ducts may exacerbate these conditions.
What Is Air Duct Cleaning?
A thorough air duct cleaning is an intense process that makes negative pressure in your HVAC system to dislodge debris particles and suction them out with a powerful vacuum. It's not simply cleaning your vents and shoving a couple feet of hose through your air ducts. Be leery of companies offering this service at rock-bottom prices because they are probably not doing a good job.
Additional UV light and sanitizing services may be suggested in cases of respiratory illnesses of residents, a pet in the house, heavy smoking indoors, or finding mold or pest infestations in the air ducts.
How To Know If You Need Air Duct Cleaning
- Mold is visible anywhere on vents or other exposed parts of ducts/HVAC system
- Air ducts are, or have been, infested with insects or rodents
- Ducts are clogged with dust and debris, or you can see excessive dust in the air when HVAC is running
- You recently remodeled your home where drywall was removed or installed
- Family members with respiratory illnesses are sensitive to dust and pollutants
- Heavy smoking or pets in the home
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