The Importance of Clean A/C Ducts
Duct cleaning is a task that few homeowners concern themselves with. It is easy to
Duct cleaning is a task that few homeowners concern themselves with. It is easy to
forget about cleaning air ducts because you
do not see them, nor the dirt and dust
that accumulates in them. However, duct
and vent cleaning is an important task that should be accomplished to avoid issues
like an increase in utility bills, unit dysfunctionality and a negative
impact on your health. Indoor air quality is important in a
home, not only for the adults that live there
but also for children. Those who have
issues with allergies will greatly benefit
from clean ducts. Over time, dust and dirt
will become trapped in ducts, leading to
a disbursement of these harmful materials all
over the home. This can negatively
impact your health and that of your family.
Dirty ducts will also cause your air
conditioning unit to overwork. As it attempts
to push air through dirty and dust-
filled ducts, the unit will over perform,
potentially leading to unit damage and
failure. This overworking of the unit
will also negatively impact your utility bill,
causing you to pay more than you should.
How Does
Duct Cleaning Work?
There are typically
two ways dirty ducts can be thoroughly and properly cleaned.
One way is with a high powered
suction system can be connected to ducting to
remove dust and dirt particles from
the interior of the ducts. Another way is with
a specialized vacuum and brushing system
can be run through the ducting to
effectively clean it. Both systems
are highly effective, but should be operated by
properly trained personnel. A
proper duct cleaning job should include:
- Cleaning all registers
- Cleaning inside the ducting
- Cleaning the interior of the heating and ventilating system
It is also important to inspect and clean the
furnace fan. If you have air
conditioning or a heat pump, the coils inside
these systems should also be
thoroughly cleaned. Once the unit and
system have been properly cleaned and
inspected, a disinfectant can be fogged
through the system to eliminate
any residual mold,
bacteria or dust mites. A proper duct system cleaning
of a home
should take a minimum of three to five hours.
The time of the cleaning
will depend on the size of the home
and the number of units and systems. If the
home has multiple heating and
cooling systems, the job could take longer.
Who offers duct cleaning services?
Various experts are proud to offer thorough and reliable duct cleaning and maintenance
services. Our team understands that dust and dirt accumulate throughout the life of an
air conditioning system, leading to multiple problems. Cleaning your ducts
properly will ensure that your system is
running at its best while delivering clean
air throughout the home. We will
thoroughly inspect and clean your entire duct
system to ensure that your home has
the best quality airflow possible. Give us a
call today for more information.
