When the time comes to clean your ductwork, a professional service provider should be used. Many homeowners attempt to clean their own ducts with a brush and vacuum cleaner hose attachment, which pushes dust around rather than extracting it. Using this method can make the dirt that has accumulated inside the ductwork circulate throughout your home, spreading allergens and contaminants everywhere. A professional should use a high-powered vacuum system that creates negative pressure inside the ducts. This agitates the contaminated debris and allows it to be more easily extracted from the ducts.
There are several reasons why your ductwork may need cleaning. Some of these reasons are more serious than others. For example, if your house has been the victim of a recent fire or flood and you have experienced water damage, it is important to have your ductwork cleaned so that any mold or bacteria that has grown inside your ductwork does not continue to circulate in your home. Also, if someone in your household has recently been diagnosed with an allergy or asthma, it is important to have the ductwork cleaned so that any irritants found inside your ductwork can be removed from your indoor environment.
Another reason to have your ductwork cleaned is if there are signs of rodents or insects living in the ducts. These critters will leave behind droppings, chewed materials and other telltale signs, as well as spread disease-causing bacteria and allergens through the air. Also, if you have a large family pet that sheds, it is important to have your ductwork regularly cleaned to remove the pet dander that can build up in your ducts over time and contaminate the indoor air quality of your home.
Before the cleaning begins, it is a good idea to turn off your heating and cooling system so that the ductwork is not accidentally turned on while you are trying to clean it. Next, the professional should check all the access points to the ductwork and assess their condition. This step may include a visual inspection of the ducts, a smoke test and a moisture test to determine whether or not there is an issue with mold or mildew.
After the ductwork is inspected, the professional will begin the cleaning process. It is important that the ducts are properly sealed after the cleaning to prevent any dirt or debris from circulating in your ductwork again. It is also important to have your ductwork cleaned by a professional that has experience with the specific type of ductwork in your house.
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