When it comes to improving the quality of air in your home, you might consider things like opening/closing your windows, improving your air conditioner, or cleaning your ceiling fans. But have you thought about cleaning your air ducts? While this is only one of many sources where particles can come from, it’s important to know just how significant these structures can be in your home. Keep reading to learn about air duct cleaning and if it’s worth the cost.
What Is Air Duct Cleaning?
This service generally involves the cleaning of different components of a forced-air system. These parts can include the supply and return air ducts and registers, the heat exchangers, cooling and heating coils, the air handling unit housing, and the fan motor and fan housing. Whenever these components aren’t properly installed, operated, or maintained, they can end up accumulating dust, pollen, debris, or even mold. If these particles are forced into the air of your home, it could potentially lead to health risks in the future.
When Should You Decide to Have Your Air Ducts Cleaned?
Although air duct cleaning is designed to keep your heating and cooling components in good condition, this service isn’t regularly required like routine HVAC maintenance. So long as the ducts are cleaned properly by a qualified professional, they shouldn’t need periodic services like this until later down the road. The only reasons that you might require air duct cleaning are if:
- Your ducts are clogged with excessive levels of dust, debris, and/or other contaminants that are visibly released throughout your home from the supply registers.
- You notice significant visible mold growth within the hard surface ducts or on other parts of your heating and cooling system.
- Your ducts are infested with pests or vermin, such as rodents or insects.
How to Avoid Air Duct Contamination
Whether or not you need to have your air ducts cleaned, it’s important to implement a good maintenance program to help minimize your chances of collecting contaminants. This can involve:
- Changing air filters regularly, especially if they become clogged
- Removing dust and vacuuming your home routinely
- Utilize the highest efficiency filters that are recommended by the manufacturer of your heating/cooling system
- Sealing off the supply and return registers during renovation or construction work
- Asking your service provider to clean the drain pans and cooling coils when they perform maintenance on your heating and cooling system
Air duct cleaning can be beneficial for the air quality of your home, but it’s always best to take preventive steps in the meantime. You can also consult with a professional AC contractor, and they’ll be happy to walk you through the kinds of services to help maintain comfort in your living space.
About the Company
With A&H Heating and Air, our locally owned team is committed to providing top-tier air conditioning services so that you can enjoy the quality air you deserve. We offer various options like HVAC maintenance, HVAC repair, and new fiberglass ductwork to help optimize the temperature and air in your home. If you wish to learn more about our services or want to schedule an estimate, feel free to visit our website or give us a call at 850-988-3116.