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How to Tell if Your
Air Ducts Need Cleaning?
Learn how to tell if your HVAC air ducts need cleaning.
Written By Rinea Blanchard
Written and fact-checked by an industry expert. ✔️
Firstly, look at the air ducts themselves and see if there is dust, debris, and mold. Buildup of such indicates that there’s an issue worth inspecting.
If there are dark spots on walls near the vents, that also likely comes from dust. Bigger dark spots on a wall that also look fuzzy might even be mold coming from a moisture source somewhere in that area.
HVAC system malfunctioning, like not heating and cooling properly or with less airflow, might also be a sign that you need to have your air ducts cleaned.
Bad air quality all around is a red flag. If your system runs and it smells musty, someone in the room starts coughing or sneezing, or the smell even triggers allergies, that’s a problem.
And last but not least, pests or signs of pests, like nestings.
Who to Call for Air Duct Cleaning
Regular duct cleaning and whole system maintenance are recommended to keep your system running optimally.
However, when you notice issues like the ones mentioned above, your ducts might need some additional work done on them.
Call Superior Contract Cleaning if you’re in the Acadiana area, and we’ll promptly and efficiently clean up your air ducts, fix any leaks, and remove any mold.
