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Spring Cleaning: Examining Your HVAC Unit

Making sure your air conditioning is ready for Summer

With spring finally here residence of Northern Virginia and Maryland are preparing their homes for the warmer months. Each year, a countless number of residents perform spring-cleaning duties. Whether it's organizing your attic or garage, spring-cleaning means a fresh start for homeowners who are looking to remove the clutter that has collected throughout the winter season. Spring-cleaning not only is ideal to free up more space but it also can benefit your health and the health of others.

For many individuals, springtime is the worst time of year for allergies. As certain plants and trees begin to bloom, allergens are released into the environment. These allergens can collect in your HVAC duct system creating an uncomfortable environment for you and your family.

Due to varying conditions from home to home, it is next to impossible to predict the effects of dust, allergens, and mold on the common household. Although the effects may vary, one thing is for sure; HVAC duct cleaning will positively effect the environment of your household.

If your household suffers from an increased surge of allergies or unexplained symptoms or illness, it is imperative that you have your HVAC duct system inspected. The most hazardous material that can collect in your duct system is mold. Prolonged exposure to mold will lead to future illness.

If you have determined that your ducts need to be cleaned, make sure that you hire a company that has professional experience performing such a task. Many companies fail to follow proper protocol when performing duct cleaning. Inadequate equipment can cause the dust, dirt, allergens, and pollen to be expelled throughout your whole system instead of just a select area. Damage can be caused to your ducts and result in thousands of dollars in repairs making your system temporarily unusable.

Contact Harvey W. Hottel, Inc. today to perform an inspection of your home HVAC unit and duct system. Our staff of highly trained professional technicians will conduct the appropriate test to determine what will be most beneficial for the health of your family and your HVAC system. Let us make your home a comfortable environment this spring.