To Clean or Not to Clean Air Ducts and Vents

There has always been an argument among many experts about air duct and vent cleaning. While some say that it is necessary, others deny its importance. However, information about how often should an air duct or vent be cleaned, is something that is not known by most experts.

Since the condition of every household is different, it is very difficult to decide the definite factors that contribute to duct and vent cleaning. If no one in your house is suffering from exceptional cases of sneezing or other allergies, then getting the vents and ducts cleaned will be unnecessary. However, if you notice any of your family members suffering from unexplained symptoms of illnesses unknown to you, then inspecting the ducts and vents and getting them cleaned should certainly be considered.

With the increased emissions of CO2 gas in the atmosphere, it is imperative to keep at least your home environment clean and healthy. With time, the air ducts and vents get dusty, which restricts the flow of air in the house. Cleaning the air duct and vent can ensure a better and healthy air flow at home, even if it’s not done periodically.

How are air ducts and vents cleaned?

Most people do not get the air ducts and vents cleaned, owing to the hassle involved in it. However, with the evolution of different modern technologies and techniques, the cleaning process has become simpler and hassle free. There are two main ways of cleaning air vents and ducts.

• In the first one, the main system is connected to the ducting, which creates the required sucking pressure. Then a high pressure air hose is passed through the duct to remove the dust and dirt particles from it.
• In the second process, a high powered and specialized vacuum along with a huge brushing system is run through the ducting to clean the inner layers.

Both these methods ensure proper cleaning of the air ducts and vents. However, the effectiveness of the entire process of cleaning the ducts and vents depends on the equipment used and the acumen of the professionals operating them. Equipped with the best of machinery and a highly competent team, Lack’s Cleaning Services will ensure the proper cleaning of vents and air ducts in your house.

To ensure proper cleaning, a homeowner needs to ensure that the following are included in the cleaning process:

• Cleaning of the inner layers of the ducting, heating interiors, ventilation system, and the furnace
• Proper cleaning of coils of the heat pump or air conditioning system
• Proper fogging of disinfectant to ensure effective elimination of dust mites, mold, and bacteria

To understand the importance of air duct and vent cleaning, it is necessary to look into their benefits and advantages.

• Improved indoor air quality: Air ducts and vents are the best hiding place for bacteria, mold, and dust and dirt particles. Hence, this place can easily be filled with contamination if not cleaned for a long time. In constant contact with the air flow in the house, this place can easily transfer viruses and bacteria, causing different kinds of allergies. So, it becomes imperative to clean the air ducts and vents, as and when necessary.
• Conserve energy with air duct cleaning: This may sound a little out of line but it is undoubtedly true. A cleaner air duct or vent will ensure proper functioning of the heating or air conditioning system in the house, which will clearly use less power.
• Extended lifespan of equipment: If there are dust and dirt particles in the ducting of your ventilation or heating system, it will reduce the longevity of the equipment as dust will slowly start corroding the inner coils. Hence, cleaning the ducts and vents will help prevent the premature aging of your heating and air conditioning equipment.

Cleaning of the air ducts and vents should be done on a periodic basis to ensure a better and cleaner environment in your home.

Jerrod Lack of Glendale, AZ, started working at the age of 4 with his dad, Dennis, an IIRC certified Master Technician and the founder of Lacks Cleaning Service.