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In order to uphold healthy indoor air quality, your residence air ducts need cleaning and upholding every three to five years. Because dust and mold buildup can hinder airflow and cause a strain on your AC system, regular cleaning also allows your system to remain energy efficient.

Mold develops in areas where inadequate ventilation meets moisture. If mold develops inside your heating and cooling system, it can make the air around you harmful to breathe. As air travels, it can pick up spores that have diffused into your living areas. Check your vents every so often for buildup and if you notice any development, it might be time for a duct cleaning. However, the only way to definitively determine that you have mold is to conduct a lab analysis of samples from your vents. Your home's air ducts can also accumulate debris over time and become clogged. It's not rare for rodents and insects to congregate inside them as well. In mainly unlucky cases, particles of decaying organic matter may be released into your living spaces through your home vents.

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