Your air ducts are a vital part of your AC system, although they often are neglected. Most people don’t realize the problems with air quality that dirty ductwork can cause in their Milton, Florida, home until the problem becomes detrimental to their health. Having your ducts professionally cleaned helps to not only improve the efficiency of your machine but the air quality in your home, as well. Some of the best benefits of air duct cleaning include:
Reduction of Allergens in the Air
Dirt, debris, pollen, and pet dander can circulate through the air in your home and make their way into the ductwork and components of your AC system. Having your ductwork professionally cleaned can remove the buildup of this dirt and debris and prevent it from continuing to come out of the vents and recirculate through your home. This can help reduce allergy symptoms for those living in the house as well as those who are visiting.
Improvements to the Efficiency of Your AC System
Your air conditioning system will work most efficiently when it’s clean and free of debris. When dirt, dust, and other particles build up in your home’s ductwork, they will continue to circulate throughout the system, ending up getting dirt into other parts of your AC unit. Duct cleaning is a vital part of air conditioning maintenance, as it will prevent the other parts of your system from becoming dirty again because of dirt and debris running through your vents and ducts.
Fewer AC Repairs Due to Clogging
As mentioned above, allowing pet dander, dirt, and grime to travel through your air conditioning system can cause the various areas and parts of your system to become clogged with debris. This can also cause your filter to become dirty quicker than normal and cause other clogging issues through the vents and even in the motorized parts of your system. When clogging occurs, your system may not only break down and need repair but can also become dangerous as it tries to work to push the air through the clogged parts of the system.
Keeping Your Air System Rodent-Free
Rodents make their way into homes, looking for a comfortable place to stay and a consistent food source. Popular living and breeding areas in your home are attics and basements, which can allow them access to your air systems and ventilation. Even if you have rectified a rodent problem, there is a good chance the rodents left behind some of their living conditions, fecal matter, or urine in your duct system. These items can be dangerous to your health, especially when circulated into your air supply. Duct cleaning can remove leftover debris from rodents and inform you whether the debris has made its way into your system.
Signs That It Might Be Time to Schedule Duct Cleaning Service
If you don’t have a regular maintenance agreement in which your ductwork is checked, you may find yourself asking what signs you should look for to determine if you need duct cleaning. If your system is a few years old and you’ve never had your ducts cleaned, it’s probably a good time to get them checked. Otherwise, look for the following signs that you should call your HVAC specialist right away.
- You notice dirt around the outer edges of your vents. This can mean that dirt and dust are blowing out of your ductwork and into the air of your home.
- You notice a decrease in the airflow coming out of your vents. This decrease could mean your ducts have become severely clogged or you have leaky ductwork somewhere along the path.
- You are noticing problems with the quality of the air in your home, such as itchy and watery eyes, stuffiness, or overactive allergies. It’s important to remember that air recirculates throughout your home constantly. If your ductwork contains allergy-inducing debris, the debris will stay in the air in your home and continue to build up.
If you’re noticing some of these signs or would like more information on how cleaning your ductwork can help improve your home’s air quality and the efficiency of your system, our HVAC technicians can help. Contact us at Lunsford Air Conditioning and Heating today at 850-203-3200.
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