You can spend all day deep cleaning your home to get that satisfaction of a clean environment. Your floors are polished, everything is dusted, and the aroma is fresh. But the reality is that if you neglect to add HVAC air duct cleaning into your schedule, your home might not be as spick-and-span as you thought it was. 

HVAC air duct cleaning is typically not on the forefront of people’s minds, simply because it is often viewed as an out of sight, out of mind element. However, if you have adopted this mentality, you may be subjecting yourself to some pretty awful adversities. All that dust, dirt, and allergen built up that can harm your overall health as you breathe it in, and the only way to ensure you are safe is proper maintenance by a NADCA certified professional. 

So, are you wondering if your HVAC system needs? If so, here are some telltale signs that you should contact a local air duct cleaning service like IAC-Indoor Air Care Professionals (call 631-451-7500) to ensure you are living in a healthy, safe home. 

1. You Have Not Changed Your Air Filter

One of the first things to think about is when you last changed your air filter. If it has been over two months, then there is a good chance that you may have accumulated a diverse range of airborne contaminants like mold inside that are now trapped in your HVAC system. Once there is a buildup of this, it can constrain the airflow, reduce the longevity of your entire system, and pollute your air.

2. You Have A Rising Energy Bill 

Tying to the first point, when you have dirty air ducts and potentially clogged areas, it can make your HVAC system work hard to get the same output as a clean one. This means it will soak up more energy, causing your energy bill to rise. If you have noticed an uptick in your bill, your air ducts could be the culprit. 

3. You Are Having Respiratory Problems 

If you are finding that you are having a hard time breathing or other family members are experiencing respiratory issues, then this is a red flag. When dirty air ducts circulate that dust and debris into your home, it can severely impact the air quality. Asthma, allergies, sinus problems, and other related illnesses may be able to be lifted with HVAC cleaning.

4. You Just Did a Remodel 

Though this one is a touch and go, if you just did a large construction, remodeling project in your home, make sure to have your air ducts cleaned out or inspected shortly afterward. This is a messy time, and though you can clean up your house with dust and mopping, you cannot forget about all that debris piled up inside your HVAC system.

5. Unpleasant Odor

Another way to know when to clean your air ducts is if you begin noticing an unpleasant smell in your home. That debris, mildew, mold, and dust in your HVAC system can cause adverse odors, making your home smell off even when there are no definite signs of what is causing it. You can always go right up the air registers and smell there to see if the odor is more prominent before calling a professional to assess. 

Other Signs Notable Signs You Need Long Island Air Duct Cleaning

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• Mold growing around your air registers
• Uneven airflow
• Dirty A/C coils
• Dusty air 
• Sneezing often
• Strange noises in the ducts
• Signs of Insect or rodent infestation
• Your air filter gets dirty quickly after replacing it

Conclusion

As you can see, there are a number of ways you can tell if you need to have your air ducts cleaned out. Maybe you have one or two, or perhaps you are experiencing all of them. Whatever the case may be, getting someone to clean your HVAC is easy, fast, seamless, and will inevitably remediate those unpleasant effects. With health being a primary driving factor here, you take the necessary precautions so you can ensure that you have a safe environment to thrive in. All it takes is one simple phone call, and your respected professional will handle the rest.  

As a final note, if you have not hired someone to clean out your HVAC system within the last five years, then you should, regardless of the signs you may or may not have. According to the EPA, it is highly recommended that you partake in air duct cleaning every five years, or more if you see the above notable signs. It would be best if you considered having them inspected every two years, as some ducts can get dirtier than others at a faster pace.

Since 1989, we have helped Long Island homes and commercial offices clean their indoor air quality.  Our reputation as a highly-rated local air duct cleaning service remains our top priority during these times of coronavirus and COVID-19 pandemic.  For more information, call us at 631-451-7500 or contact us today…