When you turn on the Air Conditioner for the first time, you may notice an odd odor or that you sneeze. This is typical, especially if it is the first time you have turned on the air conditioner in months. Dust, dander, dirt, and other particles settle within the ducts while it is off. Then the system turns on and all of that junk is circulated in to the air, making for a miserable experience for you, or those with allergies. So make sure the ductwork is cleaned.
How the Ducts are Cleaned
It might sound like a simple thing to do to keep the ducts clean. However, it is not a practice you should try if you don not have the right tools or training because you could make the air in your home worse. It is best to hire a professional who can come out and do the job the right way for you. Clean the ductwork when it is recommended. The more pets you have, the more frequently the ducts should be cleaned. Pet hair and dander is probably the biggest culprit for dirty ducts. Children are a close second, as they can slip food pieces down the ducts, they stir up their own dust and even toys can get put down in to the duct systems.
You can also have Ductless Air Conditioning
It seems like every time you turn around, there is a new ductless system that can be installed in to your house. From an air conditioning unit to a free standing heating system, ducts are starting to become a thing of the past. When you live in a smaller home or one that is entirely on the first level, then it is easier to heat or cool with a freestanding unit that does not require ducts. However, for houses that are larger or have multiple stories, the option then becomes buying more than one unit to keep all of the regions the correct temperature, which might still cost a lot of money and end up not saving you a bit. An HVAC representative will be able to answer any question you have regarding the ductwork in your home. If you think eliminating them all together is the best option, they will outline what other options you do have that would work out well for you. Make sure to contact us so we can inspect the HVAC system and what type would be best for your home.
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