Schedule Regular Cleanings Of Your Ductwork
The air ducts in your home circulate air from your heating and cooling system in and out of the rooms in your business, home, or office building. Circulation of the air happens throughout the day. This helps you and your employees stay comfortable no matter what time of the year. To achieve this, air duct cleaning is optimal.
Reasons You Should Clean Your Ducts Regularly
Below are a few of the key reasons you should clean your air ducts today and make it a habit for your business and home.
1. Cleaning Ducts Promotes Better Air Quality
Since this is the air that you and your employees breathe, it’s vital that it is as clean as possible. When you hire an HVAC professional, they will remove dust and contaminants from the air ducts. After testing your system, they use powerful HEPA vacuums to clear dirt and debris and clean your registers and grills. Finally, the filters are replaced, and odor control products can be used.
There are several reasons why you need to have your ducts cleaned regularly to keep the air quality managed, including:
- Pollutants in the workplace
- After a renovation or construction project
- Occupants with asthma or allergies
Indoor air quality is essential, especially for children and the elderly. They are more susceptible to suffering from respiratory health conditions from these types of pollutants in the home. Regular duct cleaning will also reduce the amount of indoor dusting you will have to perform yourself. When your ducts are cleaned professionally, it will not only improve indoor air quality but reduce allergens and irritants. Harmful contaminants such as mold spores, mildew, bacteria, and other toxins will be reduced.
Cleaner air makes it easier for anyone to breathe, especially those suffering from chronic allergies or asthma. A professional HVAC technician can remove the accumulation of pet odors, tobacco, and other unpleasant smells in your ductwork. Contaminants in your heating and cooling system could shorten the life of your equipment.
2. Regularly Cleaning Your Air Ducts Makes For A More Energy Efficient HVAC System
When the ducts are clean and free of air particulates, mold buildup, and dust buildup, they will work efficiently and use less energy. As energy bills increase, cleaning your ductwork regularly will save money on your utilities by making your HVAC system more efficient. The less your HVAC system has to work, the lower your home heating and cooling bill. Clean your ductwork to keep your electric bill low!
What The National Air Duct Cleaners Association Recommends On Duct Cleaning
The National Air Duct Cleaners Association suggests that you have your ductwork cleaned every 2-3 years. However, it may need to be performed more frequently, depending on the circumstances in your home. You should have them cleaned in between if you suspect mold, rodent infestation, or dust emitting from the vents when in use.
Contact PROAC To Clean Your Ducts Regularly
PROAC technicians will address every aspect of your heating and cooling system and use good cleaners and air machines. Air duct cleaning can take anywhere from one to two hours. They should be knowledgeable in steam heating, hot water heating, water cooling, and air conditioning. They should also have knowledge when it comes to schematics, blueprints, and technical data. Contact us today!
Originally posted on May 9th, 2018. Updated January 10th, 2023.