The furnace filters is the unsung hero in your heating system. It protects your blower fan against all the dirt, hair and other contaminants that are drawn in by your return ducts. This filter will also improve your home’s IAQ. As needed, replace or clean the filters. Let the filter completely dry before loading it back into the HVAC system.
Air Duct Cleaning
Air pollutants and contaminants are generated by families through normal activities. These air pollutants and contaminants are pulled into HVAC systems and circulated up to 5 times per day. These unwanted materials can cause air filters to clog and exacerbate respiratory issues for those with asthma and allergies.
Supreme Vent Cleaning in Phoenix is the best option to eliminate airborne dust and bacteria from the air conditioner, furnace, AHU and dryer vent. Cleaning your home will also create a comfortable, healthy indoor environment that can reduce energy costs and promote good health for you and your family.
Mold and mildew can grow in dirty ductwork, causing stale smells. They can come from a variety of sources, including paint fumes or tobacco smoke. Other possible causes include household cleaners, food, and mildew. These odors can get trapped in air ducts which then circulate through the house each time the furnace, air conditioner or other appliance is used. Supreme Vent Cleaning Phoenix utilizes high-powered tools and vacuums to remove the debris from the ductwork, eliminating the smells and making the home more breathable.
Some duct cleaning services also use sanitizers or chemical biocides to treat the interior surfaces of sheet metal air ducts, equipment housings and other surfaces. These chemicals have been registered by the Environmental Protection Agency to kill microbiological contamination, but they can cause damage if applied incorrectly. The homeowner should hire an air duct cleaning service to apply the chemical treatments correctly to make sure they reach the entire ductwork, including the AHU. Supreme Vent Cleaning in Phoenix does not use these chemicals unless they are deemed necessary. Cleaning will remove any debris that may be affecting your home. Spraying chemicals into your vents can be dangerous as you are breathing in the chemicals.
Air duct cleaning reduces energy bills, as it allows the heating and cooling systems to work more efficiently. When the AHU or ductwork is dirty, it has to work harder to heat and cool the home. This causes the system to wear out faster. The AHU will perform at peak levels for longer if the dirt and contaminants are removed.
Supreme Vent Cleaning will clean all the accessible ducts, including the supply and return main ductwork. We will also clean the blower compartment in the furnace. It is best to hire a professional to clean your ductwork before you start a renovation project or if it begins to smell musty. You should have your ducts professionally cleaned every 3 to 5 years if you have family members with respiratory illnesses or asthma. You should also have your ducts cleaned when you see dust on the vents, or if anyone in your house has severe allergies.
Air Filters
A furnace filter is an inexpensive device that keeps dust, hair and dirt out of your system. It can also trap airborne allergens and pollutants that could affect your breathing. Filtration is compromised when the filter becomes clogged. If this occurs, your return vent will be affected and your fan will have to work harder to circulate contaminated air through your home.
Replace the dirty filter as soon as it becomes clogged. To find the right replacement filter, you can buy them online or at your local hardware store. However, it is important to measure your old one to ensure that they will fit. The nominal size of filters is often slightly smaller than their actual dimensions. Use a tape to measure the frame of your current filter.
Fiberglass filters cost just a few dollars per filter. These filters have a low MERV (measurement of airborne particle size) rating, only 2 or 3. Typically, they are used as prefilters and installed in return air vents before air is directed towards the primary filter.
They are more effective at reducing the allergens that you breathe. The filters can be purchased in flat and pleated styles. The MERV of polyester filter ranges from 6 to 8 for superior filtration.
You can choose to purchase an electrostatic air filter, which will charge the particles in the contaminated air using its own static electricity. These filters cost more, but will last up to one year and significantly reduce allergy symptoms.
Charcoal filters are a final option. They neutralize offensive odors through their natural odor absorption properties. The filter will be a great investment for those who have lingering odors caused by pet or smoke.
Be sure to mark the filter frame with an arrow, or non-erasable markers, if there are any directional airflow guidelines. It will ensure that the filter is correctly positioned, and ventilation is working properly. This will help your new filter work as efficiently as possible. Supreme Vent Cleaning is here to help you with any questions regarding your furnace filters. We’re happy to assist you.
Indoor Air Quality
It is not possible to eliminate all air pollutants from a home, but there are ways to reduce their presence. Source control, ventilation and filtering are all part of the solution. Combining these steps with effective cleaning products can improve the indoor air quality of homes and other buildings. Some indoor air pollutants, like secondhand smoke or radon can be easily avoided. Some sources of indoor air pollution, like odors or chemical particulates may be more difficult to control, but are still easy to avoid.
Some people are more sensitive to dusts, chemicals or odors. They should be careful to limit their exposure at work or home. It is important for people with known health conditions, such as respiratory disease or cardiovascular disease to be aware of any possible air quality problems in their workplace and home. Supreme Vent Cleaning offers a free estimate for air duct cleaning. Also with every air duct cleaning service, we provide a free dryer vent cleaning service.
In general, it is accepted that the amount of outdoor air required for a healthy indoor environment should be sufficient to allow an equal exchange of fresh and stale air with a goal of keeping carbon dioxide levels at around 1,500 ppm. You can determine the amount of outdoor air needed for this purpose by using different methods.
Most of the air pollutants found in residential areas are caused by daily activities. The use of personal hygiene and cleaning products as well as cigarette smoke releases pollutants intermittently. Other activities and hobbies such as gardening, painting and woodworking can also produce significant levels of pollution.
These pollutants tend to build up to unhealthy levels if they are not regularly replaced by fresh outdoor air. Signs of this include damp or moldy areas, unpleasant or musky odors and central heating and air conditioning equipment that doesn’t work properly.
Improve Air Quality
You can also take other proactive measures to improve air at home.
Keep your windows and the doors closed. This will prevent smoke from entering your home. Weatherstripping and silicone caulk can be used to seal any gaps that might allow polluted indoor air in.
Use air purifiers: HEPA-filter portable air purifiers can capture smoke particles as well as other pollutants. Place them where you will spend the most amount of time in, such as your bedroom and living area.
Limit exhaust fans’ use: Utilizing exhaust fans in your kitchen and bathroom will create negative pressure inside the house, allowing outdoor air to enter. They should be used only when air quality alerts are in effect.
Avoid sources of indoor pollution Avoid smoking, using candles or gas stoves when the air quality is poor to reduce indoor air pollution.
Keep your house clean. The accumulation of dust and particulates in your home can be reduced by regular cleaning, vacuuming, or dusting.
Air quality is important to know: Take precautions and monitor local air quality.
Summary
Air quality alerts have been issued for millions of Americans as thick smoke from Canadian wildfires travels southwards into the United States. Wildfire smoke can be a serious health risk, especially to vulnerable populations such as children, the elderly, and those with respiratory illnesses. To create a healthier living environment, it is essential to improve indoor air quality. It is important to replace HVAC filters regularly. It is crucial to clean HVAC filters in order to maintain clean indoor air. They remove pollutants and particulates. HVAC filters may become clogged with smoke particles from wildfires. This can reduce their efficiency. These filters should be replaced regularly to ensure clean air and to reduce respiratory problems. Schedule your next air duct cleaning service with Supreme Vent Cleaning Phoenix.