Why You Should Have Your Air Ducts Cleaned

Ductwork? And Why I Should Care:

Ductwork circulates the air throughout your home from the furnaces or ACs. Fresh air is pushed through the supply vents and circulated back into the return vents. Usually, ductwork is made of metal, aluminum flex, fiberglass, or plastics. They are usually round or rectangular, depending on how it was routed through the home to supply and return air adequately.

The only place you are most likely to see ductwork exposed is in the ceilings or walls- usually in the basement or the attic of your home. (Out of sight!)

If the HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) system is not properly maintained, the ductwork will accumulate dust, dirt, dander from pets, debris, and other airborne particles over time. It’s been proven that the average house can collect up to 40 pounds every year. Dirty air ducts can cause your HVAC system to work harder and operate less efficiently- meaning it expends more energy.

Contributing to this problem can be the following:

Food for thought: All this dust, particles, odors, and dirt is continuously circulated throughout your home and HVAC system. This can’t be good for the health of the system or your health.

The Cleaning of Your Ducts by Professionals

Cleaning of air ducts is not a DIY job! Hiring a professional technician with the correct equipment will ensure the entire ventilation ductwork is thoroughly and properly cleaned from the return- and supply vents through the main trunk lines to the furnace A-Coil, blower motor, and heat exchanger. A long dust brush and vacuum cleaner will not clean the entire system.

You have heard the myths of air duct cleaning, so let us tell you the Truth:

• Duct Cleaning Improves Indoor Air Quality
• Reduces Allergens and Irritants
• Removes Unpleasant Smells and Odors Within
• Improves Airflow and HVAC Efficiency
• Reducing Maintenance and Energy Costs

So, What Do You Do Next?

If you recently purchased a new-construction home, did some remodeling in your home, or changed the HVAC system- it will be a good idea to have the ducts cleaned.

Or if you or a family member struggle with allergies or asthma symptoms, cleaning the ductwork will help reduce these symptoms.

Looking at the ‘Before and After’ results will help you understand what is hiding in the ductwork and why it is necessary to have the duct cleaned in your home for a better, fresher breathing environment.

Book an appointment for service today by calling 219-779-0770.