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4 Health Risks Hidden in Your Ducts

If you are an allergy sufferer, or you simply love your home smelling fresh and clean, you need to pay attention to the hidden health risks associated with HVAC units. Dirty air ducts can increase your risk of an asthma attack, and they can be smelly, too. Find out below how arranging an air duct cleaning for your Pinellas Park, Florida, home can benefit your and your family’s health.

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Dust

People suffering from asthma or with a dust allergy need to pay more attention to the cleanliness of their home and their air ducts, too. Dust particles can build up in the system. While you might see it on the vents, it is also hidden in your ducts. Dust mites can cause severe asthma attacks and allergic reactions.

Legionella Bacteria

Not many people know about the risks these bacteria pose to your health. Generally growing in temperatures between 68 and 122 Fahrenheit, these bacteria feel at home in air conditioner units. The bacterium is responsible for the Legionnaires’ disease, which can be life threatening. Talk to a professional to find out how you can eliminate this risk through a professional HVAC cleaning.

Pollen

Spring is allergy sufferers’ least favorite season. You might keep your windows and doors closed when trees are flowering and pollen counts are high outside. However, if your AC unit hasn’t been serviced recently, you cannot fully eliminate allergens. Be sure to change your air filters regularly to get rid of pollen in your HVAC unit.

Rodents and Pests

In some cases, rodents can make your ducts their home and cause several health problems without you knowing. The droppings and fur of rodents, and the chemicals released by bugs living there, can cause serious problems, including the “sick building syndrome.” This may lead to respiratory diseases, if the buildup is not cleaned thoroughly.

If you would like to be sure your indoor air is as healthy and clean as it can be, talk to a professional at Pinellas Comfort Systems to arrange a home visit. Call (727) 315-0791 to book your appointment.

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