Instead of cleaning air ducts, experts recommend replacing filters every three months to maintain indoor air quality. This will ensure that your HVAC system is operating efficiently and effectively. If you discover a mold problem, replacing the infected duct with a new one is the best solution. Yes, changing your air filter every 1 to 3 months will slightly improve indoor air quality.
However, to achieve a real impact, it is advisable to remove dust, dirt, bacteria and other waste directly from the source of the ducts. We recommend disinfecting air ducts every 1 to 2 years. Having our HVAC technicians perform this service will make a big difference in air quality and in the performance of your air conditioning and heating systems. In Palm Beach County, FL, there are several cities that offer vent cleaning services such as Boynton Beach, Boca Raton, Lake Worth, Wellington, West Palm Beach, Jupiter, Lantana, Palm Beach Gardens, North Palm Beach, Greenacres, Palm Springs, Royal Palm Beach, Juno Beach and Delray Beach. You can also install a magnetic air deflector or vent extender that connects to the vent and redirects the air flow from the vent away from underneath the furniture. Duct cleaning is not considered a necessary part of the annual maintenance of the heating and cooling system, which consists of the periodic cleaning of drain trays and heating and cooling coils, the periodic replacement of filters and the annual inspection of heating equipment.
According to the National Association of Air Duct Cleaners (NADCA), an air duct cleaning service (certified by NADCA) must inspect air ducts once a year to ensure that all ducts are clean and clear, and that they are cleaned as needed. You can consider cleaning your air ducts simply because it seems logical that the air ducts will become dirty over time and need to be cleaned from time to time. While the debate over the value of periodic duct cleaning continues, there is no evidence to suggest that such cleaning is harmful, provided it is done correctly. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) does not recommend cleaning air ducts except when necessary due to continuing uncertainty about its benefits in most cases. As long as the cleaning is done correctly, there is no evidence to suggest that it could be harmful. ECM Air Conditioning in Boynton Beach offers an environmentally friendly chemical-free device and process that is safe for all occupants of your West Palm Beach home.
Duct cleaning methods vary, although industry associations that deal with the cleaning of air ducts have established standards. Knowledge about cleaning air ducts is still in its early stages so a general recommendation cannot be offered as to whether you should clean them in your home. We are dedicated to providing a quality duct and duct cleaning service and to maintaining your air conditioning units (26% heating).
