HVAC systems are incredible inventions. With the simple press of a button, you can ensure you never have to deal with sweltering heat or numbing chills. Unfortunately, AC ductwork pushes around more than just temperature-controlled air. It circulates everything within that air as well. Dirty air ducts can be home to some pretty nasty stuff, and that’s why they need periodic cleanings, generally once every three to five years.
As a homeowner, an air duct cleaning might sound simple enough to tackle with a DIY approach, but leaving duct cleaning to the experts might be the better option for the following reasons:
Ducts Can House Dangerous Substances
HVAC systems don’t pick and choose what to circulate; if particles are in the air, they’re along for the ride. As such, some contaminants that you might find in your air ducts include the following:
- Mold and mildew
- Pests (and their droppings)
- Pet dander
- Dust mites
- Pollen
- Construction dust and debris
Some of these might not be a big deal to you. If you have pets, for instance, you’re likely used to their hair being just about everywhere. Pollen might cause you to sneeze a little, but it’s something you may be able to handle relatively easily as well.
Mold and mildew, however, present a larger challenge because of how tough they are to eradicate. And pests that carry disease and leave droppings behind don’t need much of an explanation as to why they’re a problem.
One of the less-considered issues from that list, though, is construction dust. When homes are under construction for renovations, some seriously harmful materials can enter the air. These include silica dust, which can cause long-term lung issues, and various carcinogenic (potentially cancer-causing) chemicals, all of which can hang around long after the project is finished.
Professional Cleaners Have Professional Tools
It’s not enough to hold your vacuum cleaner up to the vents. During a professional duct cleaning, our team will use powerful dust extractors and dust collection equipment, as well as designed brushes, to reach deep into your ductwork. Compressed air also plays a role alongside these duct cleaners, helping clear out hard-to-reach areas.
A professional air duct cleaning will also create negative pressure in your HVAC system. That keeps the loosened particles in the ducts until they can be removed instead of allowing them to be blown back into your living space(s) through another vent or duct leak.
The air duct cleaning vacuums professionals use must also be equipped with high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters if they have indoor exhaust. These filters can remove 99.97% of air particles such as mold, bacteria, pollen, and dust.
How Duct Cleaning Makes a Difference
A few of the greatest benefits of a professional air duct cleaning include the following:
- Increased system longevity
- Lower energy bills
- Less dusting and cleaning around the house
- Reduced allergic reactions
- Improved odor in the home
As dust and other contaminants build up in your ducts, they reduce airflow, causing your unit to work harder, which eats up electricity and puts more wear on the system. Cleaning the ducts reduces that load and removes sources of unpleasant odors and allergens to boot.
The Solution for Dirty Ducts Is Taylormade Heat and Air
Taylormade Heat and Air uses powerful, specialized dust extraction tools that will get rid of all the nasty stuff in your vents. Contact our team today, and we’ll help you breathe a little easier!
