Clean Air Ducts
People want to know the facts about Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) and the importance of improving the quality of the air we breathe
The facts below should help you understand how clean air ducts improving IAQ. Clean air ducts help to significantly reduce the source of contaminants and various pollutants which may trigger reactions in your health.
Heating and air conditioning ducts are dark, damp and rich in "nutrients" which in turn makes for a breeding ground for mold, fungi and dust mites. These allergens can spread rapidly since the ducts are used to spread air around the house. You can also prevent these allergens from spreading by improving your ventilation and changing your filters regularly. Mold and fungi can cause disease, infections and most commonly trigger allergic reactions.
Clean ducts alone won't solve the problems of asthma and allergies in your home of course, but it does play a significant role in the prevention of these things. By keeping your ducts clean your HVAC system you will remove allergens like dust and mold from the duct work as well as residue from cigarette smoke. It is also a good idea to make sure you change your furnace filter often.