There is nothing worse than getting sick during the winter, or anytime of the year for that matter, but colds and flu can actually be prevented if you keep your home clean and tidy. One of the best ways to prevent your winter illnesses from returning is to have your air ducts cleaned on a regular basis. Air ducts get dirty over time, but there are certain types of debris that can make your air ducts worse. Mold, dust and even pet hair can clog your air ducts. Pet dander and hair can also cause problems with your air ducts.
Dirty air ducts not only spread polluted air throughout your home, but they can also make you sicker and cause the rest of your family to become ill as well. One of the best ways to tell if your air ducts are dirty is to pay attention to how you are feeling. If you and your kids suffer from watery eyes, it could be a sign. Another indication is a runny nose, headaches and constant fatigue. If your throat has become increasingly dry and scratchy it may be time to call in the professionals.
Most people have no idea how often they should clean the air ducts in their home. Of course every property is different, but it is better to be pro-active. If you wait for one of your family members to get asthma, or they already have it, you could be asking for real trouble. Mold can be detrimental to allergy and asthma sufferers. If you are unsure, have Dry Con come out and inspect your air ducts. Some things to consider are the age of your house, how old the people are that live in your home, whether or not you have plumbing issues that can lead to mold, and the area in which you live.
Keep in mind that there are several reasons to have Dry Con come out and inspect your cooling and heating systems. These include home flooding, rodent or insect problems, mold odors and condensation. If you live in an area that has recently had a fire, it is imperative that you have your air ducts cleaned. If you have just moved into a new home you should have your ducts inspected. You don’t want to breathe what the previous homeowners left behind.
Do not wait until it is too late. Contact Dry Con and find out if your indoor air quality is 100 times worse than outdoor pollution. The wellbeing of your family and your pets depend on it.
You’d think twice about putting a new engine in an old car, right? But many households don’t take this same approach when it comes to their heating and cooling systems. They purchase new, high-efficiency heating and cooling equipment and then attach it to a clunker of a duct system. The equipment may heat and cool the home, but the system never performs at its full potential. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s ENERGY STAR program recommends that you have your duct system checked – either during an equipment replacement or a service call. Ask us about this when you call to set up your next appointment. By fixing your ducts, you could save up to $140 per year in energy costs.
Many items around the house can be very harmful to the environment if not disposed of or stored properly. One easy thing you can do to help the environment is to make sure your paints, pesticides and solvents are stored in airtight containers.