Breathe Easier: Make HVAC and Air Duct Cleaning a Priority

5/17/2023 (Permalink)

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Is the air in your home or business as clean as it could be? For many Americans, the answer is no. This could result from mold, mildew, filthy air ducts, old HVAC (heating, ventilation, and cooling) filters that no longer work, and combinations of other influences. Specialty cleaning services take care of those issues while providing an odor removal service, air duct cleaning, mold remediation, and COVID-19 cleaning services. HVAC cleaning services can solve quite a few air quality issues. There are critical health and financial reasons that make caring for your home or business HVAC system a priority with SERVPRO of East Nashville. To understand the benefits, it helps to understand HVAC maintenance services.  

How HVAC Cleaning Services Work  

Aside from changing a filter, the average homeowner or business owner can do little to keep their system working at peak efficiency. Regular filter changes are necessary; every homeowner should have this task on their monthly calendar. Cooling and heating systems must be checked once a year and serviced for any issues discovered by the technicians. A regular HVAC maintenance check may vary in a few details, but in general, HVAC maintenance services perform the following tasks:  

• Clean coils, drains, and other parts   
• Inspect filter and replace if needed  
• Inspect motor, connections, thermostat   
• Check refrigerant  
• Test safety features  

• Lubricate moving parts  

Those are standard tasks for a residential HVAC maintenance call. Commercial HVAC services will perform similar checks and maintenance tasks, though the more complex the structure’s system, the more extensive work it will take. These regular maintenance checks keep the system running efficiently and comfortably while saving you money by preventing major problems. And if dealing with old air filters is outside the range of a homeowner's expertise, it is wise to contact a professional because a filter clogged with dust and pollen will make the HVAC system work harder, raising your electric bill. Prevention and maintenance save headaches and money in the long run.    

Why Make Cleaning a Priority 

If the system is developing a problem, like a pump failing, you can diagnose the issue before it gets expensive and inconvenient. Emergency repair work can be costly, and having the AC give out on a hot summer night is never good. Those arguments are solid for a home or business. A smoothly functioning system saves money, and preventative maintenance also extends the life of your equipment, which may affect your warranty coverage.  

Air duct cleaning is a different matter. Health is more of a concern because of the contaminants that can accumulate in your ducts and vents. Professional air duct cleaning is a worthy service to enlist in an older home or one that has been vacant for an extended period. Here are some additional reasons to consider hiring air duct cleaning services:  

• A family member has breathing problems, allergies, or a compromised immune system  
• You have pets, especially cats or dogs  
• Your home is getting dustier than normal  
• A smoker lives in the home  
• You have heard animals in the air ducts  

• There’s mold or mildew in the home  
• You never had the air ducts cleaned or do not know when the previous owner last cleaned them.  

HVAC maintenance services are also important for managing your utility bills. Schedule regular maintenance to keep things working smoothly. And, in between scheduled maintenance checks, be aware of signs that trouble may be brewing.   

Signs You Need HVAC Service or Air Duct Cleaning  

Home and commercial HVAC systems tend to be low-maintenance systems. You change the filter periodically and take note of any changes in performance. If the system isn’t blowing hot or cold air at all, you have a problem. If your electric bill soars unexpectedly, there could be something wrong with the system. Strange odors, musty smells, or dust from the vents indicate a serious air duct cleaning is in order. An odd noise might indicate an HVAC problem. Sometimes animals get into air ducts, which introduces contamination and an unpleasant smell into the home or business. 

The average homeowner doesn't think about cleaning air ducts, but the cost of cleaning them is a sound investment for health and home maintenance. If needed, a SERVPRO technician will vacuum and sanitize the ducts. 

Sometimes, more than cleaning and maintenance is needed. Occasionally, you may find that your home or business also needs a terrible odor located and eliminated. This odor may be coming from the air conditioner, something in the air ducts, or something outside. Finding the source and neutralizing it might be challenging, which is why many companies offer odor removal services along with their other cleaning services.   

Professional Cleaning and Maintenance Matter  

HVAC cleaning services are essential to homeowners and businesses to save energy, preserve indoor air quality, and extend the system's life. Your home or business may also need air duct cleaning services to remove contaminants and unpleasant odors. If you think the time is right for professional HVAC maintenance services, call the local SERVPRO experts at 615-868-5324