HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) systems in your residential or business building are employed to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures and air quality. But over time it can build up in the HVAC ducts to the point where airflow slows down, air quality suffers, and the well-being of occupants in the building are at risk. Having your HVAC ducts cleaned regularly is the best way to avoid these issues. But how often
should HVAC ducts be cleaned? The answer to that question can vary quite a bit, based on factors like the age of your HVAC system, the type of building you’re in, and the levels of air pollution in your area.
Here are some elements to consider when determining how often to get your HVAC ducts cleaned:
Age of your HVAC system: If your HVAC system is new, you might be able to wait longer between cleanings. If your system, however, is older than 10 years, you should schedule a cleaning.
All of this being said there are a number of factors that will contribute to the quality of air in your building including: Type of building: Some buildings will need to have their ducting cleaned more often than others. If you operate a business that generates significant dust or other pollutants in the air, your HVAC ducts may need to be cleaned more frequently.
Indoor air quality: If you or someone in your home have allergies or asthma or other respiratory problems, you might want to have your ducts cleaned more often. This can help to improve indoor air quality and eliminate allergens and pollutants in the air.
Recent renovations: If you have recently finished renovations or construction in your home or office, you may need to get your Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) ducts cleaned. Because construction debris, including sawdust and drywall dust, can collect in the ducts and impede airflow.
Please note that regular HVAC duct cleaning can also help improve indoor air quality and prevent air flow problems, but it is not the answer to all indoor air quality issues. You are also expected to do other things to keep indoor air clean, like having high quality air filters, maintaining humidity levels, using non toxic cleaning materials. At Aire One Peel, our professionals are here to help you with your HVAC duct cleaning questions.
