Top 3 Reasons to Clean Your Air Ducts
Fall and Winter are upon us here in Ohio, and these seasons can be about as predictable as the lottery. As the temperature gets colder, we tend to keep all of our windows shut and trap all of the air that's circulating inside our homes. This means that the majority of the air we breathe in the wintertime is circulated through our air ducts. In this article, we’ll be exploring the top three reasons why you should get your air ducts cleaned before winter.
What is Air Duct Cleaning?
If the air ducts are dirty, then they will contaminate the air circulating in the home. Air duct cleaning is essentially inserting a specialized vacuum into the duct system of your home. This negative pressure loosens and removes contaminants such as dust or allergens. It also prevents these contaminants from entering the home.
Reason 1: You’re About to Begin Spending More Time Indoors
According to the EPA, some pollutants are 2 to 5 times more concentrated indoors. Clean air in your home is all the more critical when you’re spending the majority of your time staying warm inside. Although many of us have a pretty thorough cleaning schedule for our homes, contaminants can still build up just from daily life. The likelihood of buildup increases dramatically if we have indoor pets. Bacteria, pet dander, dust, and other allergens can be drawn into your HVAC and deposited in the vents over time.
Reason 2: You’re Dealing with Asthma and Allergies
If your family has a history of asthma or allergies, you may be more susceptible to the side effects of contaminants in your circulating air during the winter months. Many people with these conditions can have a really rough time in the winter, between the extra dry air and indoor contaminants circulating through the air in their homes.
Reason 3: You Want to Keep the House Clean
Have you ever felt like no matter how much you clean, everything just seems to continue getting dirty? This might mean that you’re due for a duct cleaning. Dirty air ducts can circulate dust and other contaminants throughout your home, making it dirty again no matter how often you clean. Layers of dust around the home and dust accumulation around open vents are hallmark signs of needing your ducts cleaned. If you notice either of these signs, you should get ahold of our office here at GMC Heating and Cooling immediately for an inspection and duct cleaning.
What if I need my Air Ducts Cleaned?
Call the Professionals: Give our office a call at (330) 484-4328. GMC Heating and Cooling has professionals with the proper equipment and knowledge to get you taken care of.
Schedule early: Appointments will fill up as others decide to improve their indoor air quality during the cold months. Reach out today to ensure you’re taken care of.
