Central Air Conditioning

Routine Care Task

Air duct cleaning

Leaving moisture, dust, pollen, etc. in your ductwork can create a breeding ground for molds and spores which affects your home.

Cleaning the ductwork removes these contaminants and also increases the air flow efficiency of your ductwork which can save energy.

Priority

Timing: April (yearly)

NOTE: The tasks and timings shown here for your Central Air Conditioning are based on a single-family home located in Massachusetts with a default set of home care goals and priorities.

If you setup your Home-Wizard personal home manager for a different location with different home care goals, your recommended home care program can have different tasks and timings for your {home feature}.

How To

A professional service company typically uses specialized tools to dislodge dirt and debris in the ducts and then removes it with a high-powered vacuum cleaner.

In addition, the service provider may also have treatments for killing microbiological contaminants.

Helpful Accessories

Cordless Dustbuster - Vacuum Cleaner

Powerful suction capability for air filters

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AC Cleaning Kit

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Benefits

The benefits of this task are the modest amount of increased energy efficiency that you can see. But if you have people in your home with respiratory issues, then the benefits to this task can be significant.