We’ve all heard the saying, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” The same holds for your air ducts. It’s better to catch any problems early and fix them before they become significant issues! Stay aware of your surroundings and keep in mind the last time your ducts had a proper cleaning done. All in all, watch out for these signs that it’s time for an air duct cleaning:
Dirty ducts have been known to cause allergy or asthma sufferers to experience worse symptoms, especially during summer and spring. If you are experiencing an increase in breathing difficulties such as wheezing, coughing, or sore throat with no other known causes, it could be a sign that you require a duct cleaning.
If you’ve noticed an unusual buildup of dust on your furniture, it could mean the air circulating throughout your home isn’t clean. Dust accumulation is expected from time to time, but excessive amounts are when you should start to be concerned about what’s going on in your AC unit.
If you notice a layer of dust, dirt, and mold covering the inside of your vents, it’s probably time to schedule an air duct cleaning. A buildup like this can lead to poor ventilation in your home, resulting in some serious health issues, even for those without asthma or allergies.
Air ducts can become clogged and dirty over time, which will affect the quality of air coming out of your AC. If you notice a decrease in airflow, it might be because your vents are blocked or covered with debris from everyday living. This could cause an increase in electricity usage and overheating if not taken care of soon enough.
The everyday health of your home starts in your air ducts, and the team here at Steamatic Restoration and Cleaning utilizes HEPA filtration to trap the extracted contaminates so they are not redistributed in your home. Start breathing easy today!