When you switch on your home’s heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system, have you seen little wisps of dust coming out from an air duct? Have you ever noticed dust or pet hair stuck in a vent? Is there any dust on the return air registers’ grill? These could be signs that your home’s ductwork needs to be cleaned thoroughly. Maintaining a clean air duct is key to maintaining good health and a livable environment inside your home. Read on to know what signs you need to look out for to know if your air ducts require cleaning.
10 SOS Signs Your Air Ducts Need Cleaning
If you’ve seen any of these ten indicators in your home or office, your air ducts may be sending you an SOS!
Your Health is not as Good as it should be
The first clue that your air ducts are congested might sometimes be seen in your respiratory system.
Sneezing, coughing, wheezing, weariness, brain fog, allergies, increased asthma episodes, and other symptoms can all suggest the existence of recirculating debris and toxins in your indoor air system.
Dust
When your HVAC system turns on and the air begins to flow, you may notice a small puff of dust coming from your air registers. This is a sign that there is more dust where that puff came from. When the HVAC unit turns on and the air starts to flow through the ducts, the air ducts should not emit any visible dust or debris.
It’s also possible that visible dust is caused by dusty air registers. If the problem persists after removing and cleaning the air registers inside and out, it is most likely due to trapped internal dust which must be cleaned.
Odor
Odour is a strong sign that junk is lurking inside your air duct system.
When something smells “off” in your home and you’ve looked everywhere but can’t find anything wrong, the cause could be inside your air duct system.
You can conduct a test by getting very close to one or more air registers and sniffing them thoroughly; you may be able to confirm your suspicions this way. Another option is to have your HVAC professional inspect your air ducts for trapped dirt, mold, or mildew that could be causing the same odor.
Mold or Mildew
You might see mold or mildew growing on and/or around the outside of your air registers, This could be black or grey/brown in color.
Unfortunately, when this happens, it usually indicates a larger mold or mildew problem that would necessitate a lengthy cleanup project.
If the mold or mildew is determined to be contained within your air ducts, the procedure of vacuuming, disinfecting, and deodorizing them can save you from having to dismantle your home to remove the mold. This is why a timely cleaning is essential. Contact us at Ontario Duct Cleaning if you see signs of mold or mildew around your air ducts.
Visible Debris
If you remove an air register and notice that dust, pet dander, or other material has accumulated inside the duct’s end, your air ducts may have become clogged.
The best method to tell is to try to remove only the visible dust and dirt. If more occurs later, it’s probably time to hire a professional air duct cleaning service.
Clogged Air Filter
A filthy disposable or reusable air filter from your HVAC or furnace system is one sure sign that dust and debris have begun to build up in or around your HVAC system.
Dirty A/C Coil and Interior Parts
If the coil and interior parts of your air conditioner are clogged with dust, dirt, mold, mildew, and/or other debris, this is a sign that dust trapped elsewhere in the HVAC system has begun to move through the air ducts and influence external or peripheral system components.
You should undoubtedly clean your HVAC system thoroughly, but if the dust returns rapidly, you may need to hire professional air duct cleaners to tackle the problem.
Inconsistent Airflow
When air appears to flow freely from some air registers in specific rooms but not from others, this could be due to dust and particle obstructions building inside your air duct system.
It could also be caused by ripped or damaged ducts, so make sure to have your HVAC specialist check for both during your HVAC checkup.
No Previous Evidence of Air Duct Cleaning
It has only been a few years since current air quality technology has been widely known.
So, if you have an older home (10 years or older) and no proof from the previous owner(s) indicating the air duct system has ever been properly cleaned, it has most likely never been done.
Dust Accumulates in your House or Business
When a thick layer of dust appears to have gathered on interior surfaces every time you check, this is a good indication of a greater amount of dust and debris being pushed out through your air duct system every time your HVAC system cycles on.
Ontario Duct Cleaning Services is Here For You
We believe that service and quality come first at Ontario Duct Cleaning and that every customer, large or little, will receive the same level of treatment. This mentality has served us and our clients well in the past, and we are committed to providing the greatest service in the business in the future. Find your nearest location today to book professionals to clean your air ducts if you see any of the signs mentioned above.
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