At Dust Doctors, we’re often asked if there’s an ideal time of year for duct cleaning. While spring and fall typically seemed the most common periods of the year to have professional duct cleaning. The reality is this: the best time for duct cleaning is when your ducts are dirty. Every household contains a variety of factors that contribute to dirty ductwork and low-quality air. No two homes are alike in that regard, which makes recommending a specific cleaning season rather futile. That said, we’d like to discuss why spring and fall are the most popular times of the year for duct cleaning, and why you should consider professional service during these seasons.
Why is Spring Considered the Best Time for Air Duct Cleaning?
Even though air duct cleaning can be done any time, the end of the spring considered the best season for air duct cleaning. Getting these ducts and vents cleaned in the spring season brings major benefits to house owners. First of all, the weather in this season moderate and the HVAC system in your home mostly switched off. Thus, you can have them professionally cleaned without affecting your daily routine. You will get to enjoy better air quality in the summertime without any disturbance. Secondly, it will also help you get rid of all the dirt accumulated during the winter. Due to excessive use of heating systems in winters, various bugs and rodents might settle in air ducts. A thorough cleaning will enable one to remove all kinds of insects and unpleasant beings from ducts easily.
Fall Duct Cleaning
On the flip side, many homeowners prefer fall duct cleaning because they know they’ll begin spending more time indoors as the temperatures start to drop. Spending significant time indoors can wreak havoc on your respiratory system if you suffer from allergies. But a pre-winter professional cleaning can make a substantial difference. Here why we recommend fall duct cleaning for people who are prone to indoor respiratory issues:
● Combat mold accumulation. Just because you can’t see mold within your ducts, that doesn’t mean it not seem negative affecting your health—quite the opposite, in fact. When you unknowingly allow mold to proliferate, it constantly releases new spores into your home’s ambient air. These spores can cause significant respiratory issues, and in some cases, they can even affect cognitive function. Pre-winter professional duct cleaning eliminates dangerous mold and mildew from your HVAC system before winter forces you to stay cooped up indoors.
● Improve furnace efficiency. As winter approaches, every homeowner expects their utility bill to rise. With a highly efficient HVAC system, however, winter heating costs don’t have to break the bank. When your air ducts are dirty, your HVAC system must work harder than necessary to heat your home. Which reduces its efficiency and drives higher energy costs. Pre-winter professional duct cleaning effectively removes the duct buildup that prevents your system from functioning at its best. Adding professional furnace cleaning to the procedure can significantly improve the efficiency of your system and decrease your yearly energy costs.
