Microbial Growth & Mold Control
Get rid of dirt, dust, other particles and microbial growth
Microbial particles grow in ductwork when there is moisture and the temperature is warm.
A warm, humid environment is ideal for these growths to thrive, and you may need remediation.
Microbial growth could also grow in your air ducts when you have HVAC problems such as:
- An oversized AC unit – larger units in small spaces cool off the air too quickly and go off before dehumidifying the air, leading to the excess moisture that mold needs to thrive in.
- A leaking duct – ducts that have leaks that let in warm air creates the temperature differential that can invite mold.
- If you always set your AC on a very low, cold temperature, you could just be creating the right environment for mold to settle in your HVAC duct.
dangers, prevention, & remediation
DIY or Hire?
A costly DIY
Scrubbing microbial growth off your air duct with conventional cleaners won’t make it go away, and you may be leaving behind enough mold for it to grow back again.
You could accidentally damage your HVAC system if you try to remove mold yourself from the air conditioner duct.
People with allergies, immune suppression, chronic respiratory disease, or underlying lung diseases are more susceptible to fungal infections and have difficulty breathing.
- Keep humidity levels as low as you can—between 30% and 50%—all day long. An air conditioner or dehumidifier will help you keep the level low. Bear in mind that humidity levels change over the course of a day with changes in the moisture in the air and the air temperature, so you will need to check the humidity levels more than once a day.
- Be sure your home has enough ventilation. Use exhaust fans that vent outside your home in the kitchen and bathroom. Make sure your clothes dryer vents outside your home.,
- Use an air conditioner or a dehumidifier during humid months.
Source: Centers for Disease Control & Prevention
Should you hire a professional to remove suspect growth from the air conditioner duct?
With all the health risks associated with mold, doing it yourself is simply not the solution.
Scrubbing microbial growth off your air duct with conventional cleaners won’t make it go away, and you may be leaving behind enough mold for it to grow back again.
You could accidentally damage your HVAC system if you try to remove mold yourself from the air conditioner duct.
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