For many of us on Long Island, air conditioning can be a real lifesaver. Keeping our homes at a reasonable temperature helps us sleep better, stay awake and alert during the day, keep our pets healthy, and our electronics working properly and so much more.

It’s very possible we haven’t used our home air conditioning units in the months leading up to the summer, which could result in dirt and pollutant buildup leading to some unwanted side effects. So how exactly do HVAC ducts get dirty?

How Do HVAC Ducts Get Dirty?

There are multiple reasons that HVAC ducts could get dirty. The most obvious one is that HVAC systems will circulate the air in your home, which includes the dust in the air… leading to those particles getting into the ducts.

You may have even noticed that some vents in your home have visible dust buildup on them. If that is the case, it is almost certainly time to have your air ducts cleaned.

Can Dirty Air Ducts Make You Sick?

It is possible for dirty air ducts to make you sick. It is less likely to be related to dust buildup in the ducts. Though if you do have allergies, and certain allergens are in circulation through your air ducts, they could create a health problem for you and others affected.

What is more likely to make you sick is the possibility of mold build-up. Depending on the kind of mold, it could create a serious health problem for your whole family. That’s part of why having an HVAC professional checking your duct system is important for maintaining a healthy home.

Will Cleaning My HVAC Ducts Make My Home Smell Fresher?

It certainly could. While dust build-up may not pose serious health risks for most people, it can (along with mold) create an environment that produces a musty smell. You may find yourself cleaning around the house scratching your head trying to understand where that odor is coming from. Meanwhile, it’s been permeating from your HVAC system the whole time.

How Often Should Air Ducts Be Cleaned?

Every home and the HVAC system it utilizes is different. That’s why it’s important to have an HVAC professional evaluate your system and work with you on a maintenance schedule to get the best performance and longest life out of your home’s HVAC.

Tragar Home Services Is Long Island’s Trusted Name In HVAC Maintenance

Your home needs a properly working HVAC system that leaves your home smelling fresh as it removes pollutants and allergens that could harm you and your family. As a trusted name on Long Island, Tragar Home Services provides 5-star service for our customers during and after business hours to give you peace of mind.

Our highly trained professionals can evaluate your HVAC systems and perform maintenance and repair to keep your home safe from hazards including carbon monoxide leaks. We provide many other services as well including HVAC installation, oil delivery, and gas services. Contact us today to see how we can help you get the most out of your home.